I'd personally get a Fender Stratocaster, Ibanez RG, or a Jackson JS23 Dinky! They are awesome guitars! But if you're looking for something under $1000(or was it $1500?), then I'd go for an Ibanez RG or a Jackson Dinky! Here are some links to them!
http://guitars.musiciansfriend.com/product/Ibanez-RG4EXQM1-Quilted-Maple-Top-Electric-Guitar?sku=519785m:
http://guitars.musiciansfriend.com/product/Jackson-JS23-Dinky-Electric-Guitar?sku=584374
The Jackson looks a hell of a lot better in person!
Then there's the Strat, wich is awesome!
http://guitars.musiciansfriend.com/product/Fender-American-Select-Stratocaster-HSS-Electric-Guitar-?sku=511165
But it's expensive! Lol that Dean does look sick! :)