I have a 1996 Classic w the 500 @ the bridge, and play through my Marshall DSL50 halfstack (alternative rock/blues). I absolutely love the sound/tone. It's all of preference and music genre, I think. I found that most don't like it here on the forum. I love it. Whenever I start playing, I don't want to put it down. Anyways, good luck...love the BB pro's, they rock also.