this is great stuff guys... Thanks for the comparison Baraka. The trend seems to be what is he interested in playing. Well, he has a preference for metal, but bluesy stuff from the '70's and prog from the 70's (he actually spent a lot of time trying to replicate some Jan Akkerman tabs after hearing some Focus).
He also likes HIM, Chilli Peppers and Rise Against. So he's all over.
With respect to his kit, I did get him a fairly decent Line6 amp a month ago. It came loaded with effects as well. He practices daily, and takes lessons weekly at a local guitar store (The Twelfth Fret).
Here's what I had my eye on:
http://www.long-mcquade.com/products/6356/
99.00 CDN
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