Sergio, you are asking a lot out of one guitar but I agree with Bob, a Strat is the most versatile guitar and probably the one I would pick if I were in your situation. I do have a Strat copy much like the Squier you mentioned that is strung with flat wounds. I does give a warm sound in the bridge pickup position; note it is not as warm as my jazz box but I would have no problems using it on a jazz gig. I can get a Santana sound out of it in the bridge and bridge/middle pickup positions when using the right combinations of effects. It can also be used in country, rock and rock-a-billy as I have used it to demonstrate different styles to my students.

I see that you have a Vox modeling pedal so you should be able to coax almost any sound you want out of a Strat.

One word of caution, if you put flat wounds on any guitar be aware of the fact that flat wounds are harder to bend than thin strings. If you are planning on doing a lot of string bending over a half step you better practice a lot and build up your finger strength. If the guitar comes with light/thin strings put extra light gauge (.010-.048) flat wounds on it. If you put heavier gauge flat wounds on you will probably have to adjust the neck and as a beginner I strongly suggest that you do not try to adjust the neck, have a guitar tech do it.

A Gibson Memphis guitar has been suggested but it is way out of your price range; don't get me wrong I would love one but I can't afford it. My advice to anyone just starting guitar is to get a decent guitar that is in your price range. Something like a Squier, Epiphone, Rondo or Jay Turser comes to mind. This price range and brands offer the best price to performance/playability IMO; note there are probably others that I am not familiar with. I have seen parents buy very expensive guitars and amps for their kids only to have them quit after a few lessons. I have also seen some kids and adults unintentionally abuse expensive guitars.

Just my thoughts - MarioD

Ps - let me add one thing. As you improve in your playing you will discover that it isn't the guitar that sounds good, it is the player. A good player can coax just about any sound out of any guitar.

[edit] I should add that Rockstar_not's Epiphone Nighthawk Custom Reissue is an other option. Although I have no personal knowledge of this guitar he knows what he is talking about so if he says it's a good versatile guitar then it is a good versatile guitar.

Last edited by MarioD; 11/03/14 01:36 PM.
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