Don't part with any cash until you have played PRS CE or Custom 22 and 24 guitars. You might also want to try out a Gibson or 2 !

For that much cash you should be getting a dream guitar, don't settle for second best !! Also Don't listen to what other people say about guitars, particularly if they are the ones doing the selling !

Try many your self and decide what suits you !

If you know the guy ask to take the guitar you fancy home and play it for a week or two. I have let people I have sold guitars do this and it is not an unreasonable request !