There are many good underrated guitars out there. I agree with much he said, Ibanez great guitars well made. The Japanese guitars you pay more but are well made . GL good guitar for the money solid player, one he didn't mention was Hamer a good well made guitar for the price. I played a Gretsch i believe was made in Korea was a sweet guitar. You don't have to buy from the Big name Manufactures anymore to get a good to very good quality guitar any longer , and for much less money. He mentioned some brands there that i have not had the privilege of playing that look very good. Dean guitars i am learning more from guys here like you Adrian, Don about them, if i come across one i will definitely try one out. The competition is thriving as we can see, and they are making more strides in the market. It pays to look around.