Electric Guitar Buying Guide – Scan Pro Audio

Neck shape isn’t exactly a spec, it’s THE connection between you and the instrument.
Slim profiles like the Ibanez Wizard are built for speed and precision.
Fender’s Modern “C” (as found on many Strat and Tele models) sits right in the middle,  familiar, versatile, and comfortable for most players.
Go thicker and you’re into Gibson territory,  the 50s Rounded neck on a Les Paul or SG gives you more to hold onto, often translating to a fuller, more resonant feel.

There’s no universal “best” , but most players have a favourite….. And when it’s right, your playing opens up instantly.

Scale length defines the tension and response of the guitar.
Shorter scales like a Gibson Les Paul (24.75”) feel looser, bend easier, and deliver a warmer, thicker tone.
Longer scales such as a Fender Strat or Tele (25.5”) feel tighter with more snap, clarity, and string separation, especially under gain.
Go further again and you’re into extended territory like Ibanez and Legator, where added tension brings even more precision. Get this wrong and you’ll fight the instrument.

Get it right and everything feels effortless.

You don’t notice a great guitar, and that’s the point. Steve Fairclough, Head of Pro Audio, spent years as the International demonstrator for Parker Fly guitars (possibly one of the lightest guitars ever built.)
A Les Paul can sound huge, but its weight isn’t for everyone, especially over a long set.
An SG is lighter but can introduce neck dive if the balance isn’t right.
A Strat tends to sit exactly where you expect, both stood up and sat down, which is why it’s a go-to for so many players.

The best guitars feel natural the second you pick them up. No physical adjustment needed.