Originally Posted by: shaggylaneGreat, so you're suggesting to get both and amp and monitors:) That's what I was afraid of.

Is there anything in particular to keep in mind when looking for monitors OR an amp for that matter ? Some obvious things to avoid ??

At this point I'm leaning towards the Marshall AVT50XT or possibly the AVT100XT

Well, just like your buddies, it's just two perspectives; you must base your decision on what you plan to do. If money is not an object, then you don't have to make a choice, at least.

The Marshall might be a little overpowered. Are you going to be playing with a band and drums or what?