Budget is 3k
I am into prog and black metal.
Leaning toward horizon.
Thank you for your time.
Okay. Please stick with me. Some context.
I've been playing guitar for years on and off, never really bothering to learn anything, just noodling. Over the last 1.5 years I've started taking practice / learning more seriously. I'm very much still a novice/somewhat intermediate, but I can finally jam a bit. For context, I can do 5-7-8 riffing type stuff, can play some metalcore, a few coheed/tool songs (minus the solos lolol), etc. So that's skill level...
I currently only own two guitars, both of which are signature models. A Dunable Jackhammer and the Mustaine Kramer Vanguard (alien tech green). I dig both guitars but I'm tired of signature models. I've recently decided to pre-order the Horizon II Andromeda, my dream guitar. Unfortunately, it won't be here until the middle of next year. In the meantime, I'm looking to snag something to play to keep me motivated, as I'm burning out on these signature models.
Here are the other guitars i'm currently considering. I worry I wouldn't mess with the EC-1000 after the Horizon II arrives, but I feel I would potentially still pick-up the black metal variant since they serve a singular purpose. Also worth noting, I recently started learning black metal style guitar.
SO. MY QUESTION. Knowing I have the Horizon coming in June 2027, which of these would you snag to play in the meantime / fill a slot in the rapidly growing (soon to be ESP LTD exclusive) collection. EC-1000 gold andromeda, LTD Black Metal Arrow, LTD F1001 - andromeda. (In love with the brand after playing a few at GC recently). Alternatively, would you get something different for now? Budget is 800-1500.
EDIT: TLDR: pre ordered the Horizon E II in andromeda, won’t be here until June. Which of these sub 1500$ guitars do I snag to play in the meantime?
I am IN LOVE with this guitar, but I’ll be honest, I’m not a shredder. I primarily play doomy, proggy, wannabe tool type shit, with some black metal tossed in,
Currently planning my first 2K+ guitar purchase and this finish has me hypnotized.
Anyone played one of these bad boys? What are your thoughts on its versatility?
Trying to get over my buyers remorse. It looks cool I guess. Just can’t wrap my head around the engine being so weak compared to other midsize trucks. Feel so stupid for dropping so much money on a truck with such little horse power. Why should I like this vehicle over something like a ranger or Colorado? What are some reasons you love your Tacoma and what am I missing as a first time truck owner that is making me so resentful.