I am an old guy that has been playing guitar off and on since high school. I finally got serious and decided to look at a new Fender Strat. Brent was awesome, "guitars are like pizza, everyone likes theirs a specific way". This was a true awakening for me. Turns out the Gibson was the one that balanced and felt the best. The entire team was warm and friendly letting me play any of the guitars I wanted. I skipped any that would cost me a divorce. I found the Gibson Chocolate 50's replica to fit my needs exactly. She is not the flashiest girl in town, but man she plays like a Ferrari. I am sitting in the airport ready to fly back home and cannot wait to plug it in again and scare my dogs. If you are looking for great people that know what they are talking about then go to Sam Ash and ask for Brent. Old guys rule!