I usually reach for my modded '78 Fender Telecaster Thinline. Not exceptionally heavy, and I love the feel. Need to get a guitar that is comfortable for you and a string gauge and action that you can really 'lay into.' Other than that...as others have alluded to, need to be comfortable with the tone you are trying to get at for the song, set, etc. With my thinline and PODxtl, that has been quite easy to achieve. The POD is a relatively new acquisition...had it about 6 months and find it very useful. The guitar and I have been together for 22 years this coming spring...It's jealous of the new killer Sunburst John Mayer Signature Stratocaster...and the 414CE-L7 that has been with me for over a year now also. Trying my best to make sure they all get ample attention.
Make sure you find at least two...so they can compete of course...and show the love...
