Re: Peavey hp
I played one of the carved top HP specials at Daddy's and it was probably the best feeling axe I have ever played. Absolutely awesome. IMO, a big improvement over the EVH, which is a great axe but I never liked the body shape. The HP is probably my favorite body shape; the balance is just flawless. I have the Korean HP Sig and it kicks, but I have to admit when you play the Special or the USA Sig you'll immediately know why it costs three times as much.
The Special's trem absolutely destroys every Floyd-style trem I've ever played, (I've yet to play an original) the neck is even better than a Warmoth, the pups rule even though that's usually the weak point on Peaveys.
Bottom line, to quote Ferris Bueller "It is soooo choice. I highly recommend one if you have the means."