[ramonesfreak]

my SG never feels unbalanced. it will if you put heavy tuners on it. a leather strap always help keep it in place too. i have had no problem with balance. it wont stay in tune, however

why $500?

i just sold a very good condition american made fender strat for $700. there are tons of them out there and well worth the extra $200 compared to the above...why not save a bit longer and get a USA made guitar that you will develop a better relationship with and not be tempted to upgrade in the near future