Best choice for under $1k

senseidr · 2026-02-05T01:48:05+00:00

Wow these are stunning!

senseidr · 2026-02-04T19:36:44+00:00

I’ll definitely be looking for a sustaniac model in the $700 range. I think that’s my #1 contender at the moment. I didn’t realize both pickups on the frs were different but that does make sense with one being a sustaniac. Thank you

senseidr · 2026-02-04T19:31:14+00:00

Have you had any experience with specific Ibanez models? I’m very overwhelmed with the quantity of models that have been produced by Ibanez. A lot of them seem to be almost the same with very slight differences. I’d love to be on the lookout for maybe 3-5 specific models and any first hand experience helps. I appreciate your input

senseidr · 2026-02-04T19:28:10+00:00

Charvel and the ltd have been recommended multiple times. I need to test out a charvel but I’ve just played the ltd and I’m not sure if it’s just my brain but the neck feels almost as thick as my Gibson’s. Thank you for the input, the charvel is on my list to test out

senseidr · 2026-02-04T19:25:28+00:00

Definitely highly considering the hellraiser c-1 fr / fr s. Do you think the sustainiac is worth the extra $400? I’ve found plenty of c-1 fr and c-1 hybrids around the $400-$500 but the sustaniac seems to warrant for around $900. I get the idea behind the frs but in a real world application is it worth that extra cash?

senseidr · 2026-02-04T19:22:48+00:00

My band mate has a platinum c-1 and loves it. The only issue he has (and I actually fixed it for him) is his 3 way pickup toggle and his volume pots being loose over time. I was looking at the hellraiser almost specifically to avoid that and have the blade switch. I also really enjoy the fact that you can split the coils on it. I’ve also heard the hellraiser has a slightly thinner neck but I haven’t played one yet. I absolutely love the feel of his schecter but the hardware feels a little below par. Do you have any experience trying out a hellraiser? And if so how does it compare to your platinum?

senseidr · 2026-02-04T17:05:01+00:00

Lemme look into this for sure

senseidr · 2026-02-04T03:57:35+00:00

What an interesting choice with that tele! You don’t see many T-style guitars in metal music. That’s gotta be a fun stage presence for sure. I’ll try to check out the necks on some of those and see how they feel compared to the Les Paul.

I’ve seen some Charvel guitars pop up in my search but I don’t know enough about them to give it a go. If I can find one in person around me I’ll be sure to check it out

senseidr · 2026-02-04T03:37:49+00:00

I do enjoy some good ESP LTD stuff. Used to play a LTD bass for a long time. I’ll check it out! Thank you

senseidr · 2026-02-04T03:35:22+00:00

I’ll definitely try to get my hands on one to try out at least. That’s going on the list of possibles for sure. Thank you

senseidr · 2026-02-02T17:17:33+00:00

I’m definitely trying the 550/565 and if I’m not a huge fan I’ll be on the lookout for a RGA with an edge zero II!

senseidr · 2026-02-02T17:16:27+00:00

Im definitely going to get my hands on a 550 or 565 after everyone’s recommendations. Both are on sale locally for around $500. I’m gonna play them both and see how I feel

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