ST-20HSS SBK Standard Series : You pay for what you get but its worth it

When I got this I had a few chips on the headstock thanks to good old UPS shipping. I noticed a few odd spots with the finishing job on the body and the neck but wasn't too upset about it. I was completely blown away at how very playable this thing is out of the box, but it's not perfect. The action was a little high for my liking, but the neck is really smooth and comfy, the fret work is pretty nice and doesn't feel like I'm sliding my hands across a grinder. Tuning stability is great and stays more in tune compared to my 900$ Epiphone Les Paul custom. I like the texture detail on the pickups nobs and switches don't feel cheap. The overall tone is pretty great. I would really recommend this if you're just starting out or even if you're looking for a decent strat without breaking the bank. Totally worth it.