sup, this is my first time posting. i've been feverishly working and saving money for years for the chance to get a new electric. as such, i want to make sure i get something sweet. and who better to ask than the knowledgable ppl here?

The Situation:

Spending Limit - $5,000 (wow, can't believe i had that much fiscal discipline :eek: )
Playing style - metal a la metallica, megadeth, etc. (pretty mainstream, i know)

I've been looking at the ESP line, esp. the "Axxion" and the perhaps overrated KH2, but gimme some more suggestions. aesthetics are pretty important too for me.
Thanks. Look forward to the responses. Glad I found this amazing site.