I bought this new, from Guitar Center a little over a year ago, for about $300. With a fast-playing neck, 24 jumbo frets, and Duncan Designed pick-ups. Perfect for shreddin. This guitar was worth the price, and handles so smoothly, in any style of playing...really awsome for soloing...shred-metal style. The only dislike, is the weight distribution..its a little heavy, but its typical for this type of guitar. Overall excellent craftmanship, really extrenuish work, definently shown in the finishes and the sound. If you are considering a more heavier approach to your playing, then consider this guitar, or any Jackson in general. This review was originally published on http://www.musicgearreview.com