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Yeah I definitely passed on the Dot. It was cheap but not that cheap. My price range is under $300. My main guitar is a Highway 1 Strat that I like, I just want something to back up for gigs and that has some different tonal options than the single coil strat sound. I do love Fenders though, so I have been looking into the Vintage Modified Squires even though most of them are single coil guitars as well. I have a friend who has two made in Korea Epi Les Pauls and they are nice guitars so those are on the radar. I'm not set on a hollow body like the Dot per say.

 

If you really do prefer Fenders you might consider one with one or more humbuckers. Lots of options

I'm open to suggestions on specific models.

Thanks all. Seems like sound advice. I've always leaned toward Fender guitars because they are more affordable than Gibson and Epiphone quality can be suspect.

I am looking at buying a used Korean made Epiphone Dot and the owner says that it is in perfect condition except rough finish at the neck joint. I attached a photo. Is this cause for concern? It looks like the neck has slightly shifted.

Any advice would be appreciated. I am looking for a budget guitar with humbuckers to compliment my Highway1 Start. Thanks