Personally i'm not that bothered. In my opinion the stratocaster is the most versatile guitar available, but the gibson has an advantage with the humbuckers. It is great for psychadelic rock/blues (Hendrix, Floyd), but is also used in heavy rock/metal (Iron maiden). The Gibson is also quite versatile, but is used mainly in heavy music. Iron maiden use SGs and Strats at different times to get different sounds. Both can be used for rhythm or lead, and they are probably both as popular as each other. I think the (Squier) Strat is the best guitar for anyone who is just learning to play, but it can also be used by more advanced players. I personally prefer the strat (because i have one!) but like i said they have different sounds, and in the end its down to how they feel to and your taste in music. I don't care really. In fact, just to complicate the issue, I say that their both copies of each other, and that each has evolved along with the other. Without one, the other wouldn't be what it is today. I also say "What about Rickenbacker?" The first actual electric guitar ever made was in fact a Ricky, and I think Fender, Gibson and all other guitars owe a lot to that company. In fact, why doesn't this pathetic argument stop right here and everyone just listen to me and make peace?
PS
If you think that one's better than the other, PROVE IT!!! ;)
Work hard...Play hard...Break a string...:mad:
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And my actions speak louder than yours :D
Actions speak louder than words...
And my actions speak louder than yours :D