EMG 81s are the clearest u can get with high level distortion, but u need to find the perfect pickups, effects pedals+rack, amp 4 sound. for me that is ibanez rg320, emg 81 bridge and neck, natural amp distortion from mesa dual rectifier and i LOVE running thru marshall cab. but thats just me u should try out different guitars and find out what pickups they are using