I enjoy this forum and all of the gear discussions but have a question regarding choosing and buying new guitars. Obviously, the mechanical aspects are critical, scale length, neck radius/feel, action, etc. However, playing the instrument and determining if the sound is "right" makes all the difference. Therein lies my question.
When "auditioning" a guitar, how do you decide what amp, settings, and effects should be used as they have a great deal to do with the sound. I would think you want to know what the guitar can do and minimize the the "external" influences. How would this be accomplished or is it even a consideration? Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
Tom