i just got the Ibanez rgt320Qrbb. If you have never seen this guitar i suggest looking at it. It is the best playing and sounding guitar ive bought to date. that includes a c1 classic, an American Les Paul Standard, the Malmsteen strat (which i no longer have), and the Ibanez Prestige rg2550. I did look at the carvins though, and i have to say, if i could play one before i buy one, I'd definately consider that.