I am a guitar noob. Just started a few months ago. But... I have 3 Guitars so far. A fender Strat HSS and Gibson Les Paul studio are my electrics. I realy don't know much, just what I like so far for learning/practicing. I love both for sound. You can't compare each other I would say in sound, would be like saying do you like Piano or Violin. I think both sound awsome.

But for a nice crisp sound. I think the fender sounds so awsome. It's also not as heavy, so when I practice several hours at a time, I don't seem to get so tired holding it.

The Gibson Les Paul Studio I have sounds wonderful also. It isnt as versitile as my Fender in sound, the HSS Strat has a wide range. Like I said, I am a noob, so bear with me. But, the Gibson has such a sweet sound. The Gibson seems easier to pick, if this makes sense, The strings are higher off the body for some reason that makes a difference for me. Makes it easier. The strat has so many pickups I get messy with them (Does that make sense?) I know its just cause I am new. But both are different in design and sound, how can anyone compare them?

I have read alot about which is better, So I forked out lots to get both and have to say I love them both so far. But I will probably play the Fender more, just because its not as heavy to lug arounf for hours on end. I am 51 and my wife and I decided to start playing an insturment so... Me Guitar and her Piano... I have to say I practice about 3 hours a day so far.

Both look great, I got a fireburst color on both. The Gibson though does look awsome. As time goes on I am sure experiance may let me judge better. But for now. It's like a "Coke vs Pepsi" argument.

That is it from, my notes from the noob...