Any guitar advice for a beginner?

Hi, i'm interested in purchasing an electric guitar, and as an absolute beginner, do you guys have any advice on what I should start off with? I was thinking about getting an Epiphone SG or an Ibanez of somesort. I guess I shouldn't be worried about playing any metal tunes at first, although that would be cool:).

For metal: An Ibanez RG series guitar would be a good choice. Even ESP guitars are good for the price.

K thanks, i'll look into Yahama's and Ibanez.

get a Jackson V, they have a beginner model for 500 bucks.nimatoad2000

My next guitar will be

[spoiler] [/spoiler] With some EMG pickups, it will be mine once I start making money.

get a Jackson V, they have a beginner model for 500 bucks.nimatoad2000

I was planning on spending no more than 500 for the guitar and amp:P. It looks great though.

I'd say start off with a cheap guitar and get an amp. I wouldn't worry about pedals yet.