i do respect some of the high-end guitars that fender makes, but dont count me in as a fan. my main problem with stratocasters is their lack of versatility; they seem like they are only made to play classic rock.

teles, on the other hand, are a complete different story- i would love to have such a gorgeous rhythm tone, but i cant really afford one.

i guess im kind of an advocate for the guitars that dont get as much attention i.e. Epiphone, Rickenbacher, Guild because they are really great guitars and most fender guitars of the same price are far inferior.