Originally posted by Lordathestrings
If you have the money, and you want that guitar, do the deal! I don't know anyone who still plays only the first guitar they bought, after they've been at it for a few years. Enjoy, then tweak it to meet your changing tastes/needs, or get something else. The main thing is get an axe in your hands, and play the mofo! :D
Yea verily, that guitar is way better than my first guitar, that's for sure! Ibanez makes decent instruments at all levels and I'm sure you'd be satisfied with it.