It really is a great all rounder with the lespaul shape, fixed bridge and EMG HZ H4s. I had Fender strats and Jackson Soloists, Randy Rhoads and other Epiphones etc with all kinds of pickup combinations and I can honestly say this is the best and most VERSATILE setup, just plug and play, whatever the genre. I did prefer the active EMG 81-85 and Floyd rose bridge for heavy stuff, but it wasn't as versatile a setup for other genres. I loved the Seymour Duncan SH-8 invader on the bridge as well but again not as versatile. The micro cube is portable and can be powered by batteries so really handy!