Finally decided to opt for a custom 5 build. I wanted something lightweight, slim neck profile, E-C tuning and as versatile tone-wise as could be! After several 'chats' with Jose - Mr Merlos - the spec is as follows: 33" Scale  Body - Alder Top - Poplar Neck through 3 piece with Carbon Fibre Fingerboard - Birdseye Maple Single Coil Pick-ups (Merlos Custom) Active/Passive Electronics (Merlos Custom) Hardware - Black/Gold Pictures below for your delecta