As Robbie said on page 1, my opinion probably won't change anything, but here it is. In my opinion, there is no better all around guitar than the Les Paul. They just come in so many different forms, different types, and custom builds. For those you didn't know, the SG WAS a Les Paul at one point. But, there is no better blues guitar than the Strat. I personally play an Ibanez, and an Ovation Celebrity. I love them and wouldn't give them up for anything (except a Gibson Moderne =) or an original 1957 Gibson Flying V.). Another awesome guitar (if only for solos) is the Flying V. I haven't heard anyone mention that guitar. And what about companies like Paul Reed Smith and Carvin? Or Parker for that matter? A PRS Standard is a beautiful sounding guitar. Well, thats my opinion, do with it as you please.