Razbo, looks like the list has been narrowed down, and mostly not by choice. It seems the 5 elec/acoustic models I was was looking into isn't available in shops where I am anyway :( That leaves two and it's still a big IF, subject to possible special order. How frustrating. I can order it online, but I think I'd rather test it out... And for the price I estimate it will be sold for, I can get a high end one on a regular price elsewhere when I take a vacation. Ugh. Btw, I've decided, in case I do get an EA, I'll skip the amp and use the full budget for the guitar first. At least I can get one that sounds nice unplugged. Well, I'll know the price within the week. I guess this is one of those times where patience will pay off, literally. When I go back to the shop, I'll try out the electric, maybe that can be distraction enough while I wait for vacation season:D (Actually, I feel a little guilty planning out how to spend such amounts when a laptop for work would be swell right now... lol... priorities!)

GG, yes, thanks for the suggestion! I researched more about it and seems to be the most sensible buy for now, while saving the difference (if I went for a better electric) for the future elec/acoustic. Thanks really! I was researching on pedal and LOL, that was a whole 'nother can of delicious worms! But will stick to basics first :D

bailey, thanks for the suggestion. I already saw the guitar you were referring to (wasn't she so pretty??) but, unfortunately, I'm looking for an EA. The Taylor option I had on the list was a 110e, but it got beat by a Martn DCX1E, hehe. The Big Baby was perfect in size though, sigh.