Ok .... all i have is an electric guitar and a small practice amp. I am getting better but found no mater how I set my gear (gain, volume, or pick ups) some songs sound nothing at all like they are suposed to sound. For instance. ... sweet child o mine by GnR. I know the notes and hit them... but my god its no way near close to the song. I know im needing more gear. I was wondering If a person who is on a budget and has to buy things one at a time and save for them. What would be my next purchase? Im thinking a better amp that has tone, gain, and all that other stuff I have no idea what they do .....lol. Thanks.