Thanks for all the replies guys.

I sort of knew I was gonna have to spend an afternoon somewhere trying 'em out but was hoping there was a short cut.

Anyone have any experience of 'Indie' as a make? I was recomended that as a nice sounding LP type.

I'll probably get one this weekend and let you all know what it is, hoping I don't get a dozen replies along the lines of "What the fsk did ya get that for?"

Buy a Yamaha Pacifica 112 and spend the £250 on prostitutes.

As he's already got one (see previous page) he could spend the full £500 on prostitutes.

I've only been playing for a couple of years using a Les Paul Studio. Beautiful guitar and suits me perfectly.

My instructor had a Danelectro DC59 which I thought was stunning. I bought one for £220 from eBay (brand new), amazing guitar with wonderful tone. Pretty lightweight too.

Personally I'd save or borrow another 300 quid and buy a Japanese-made Tokai or keep an eye out for a pre-loved one. Also I would rather have the Korean-made Tokai than the Epi they churn out these days.

please 'pm' any recommendations please DHM...