Originally Posted by: R. ShackleferdYep, welcome aboard. In general Epi makes quality stuff, as long as it's not the very bottom of the line. One drawback to consider of LP's though is their weight...could get pretty heavy on your shoulder.

that weight makes some great sustain tho........

in general, LP's are good all-around guitars. my SG also is very good all-around.
strats are very comfortable to play on, but i have always liked humbucker-type guitars.