Originally Posted by: chrispike306[br]The one I have its a Strat. I really like the look of a les-paul, I am planning on going to a local shop to get one, just wanted a few informed opinions first!

[br]Music wise, mostly rock, 70s/80s stuff mainly. I would LOVE to be able to do improvised solos, air guitar style, but for real! I am currently finishing off the GF2 course, and will start Rock 1 as soon as I do.

You're welcome!

I think the Epiphone is a better choice knowing that you want to rock 70s-80s style. :) It's Gibson's inexpensive version of the Les Paul style guitar. The humbucker pickups will get you closer to the rock sound.

It's also a slightly shorter scale length than the Fender Strats & Squiers. That means the frets are slightly closer together. That's either good or bad depending on each person's fingers & preferences. That's why it's really important to try before you buy. It's possible to get Strat style guitars with humbuckers in the bridge position for a rock sound.

https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/StratPHSSCAR

Have fun guitar shopping. :)