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The Dorlin/Kindersly(SS)Logic Hit Kit software I got was just 5 (down from 25) It has all you need and a Microphone to boot! I haven't actually got around to plugging my guitar into the pc sound cad yet, but maybe soon. Fender do a passable cheap version fo the Strat called a 'Squire' and practise amps often have a headphone socket. But, yes! The Strat or it's baby brother the 'Telecaster' (as used by Status Quo) can be used from novice to Rock God and everyone in between. We had a TV ad over here that featured a young girl dumping her boyfriend and writing/recording her songs/music/guitar on her lapton. I'd checkout MicroSoft as it was their advert. The point being that MS Software would let you record music and produce/burn cds..... If you buy a Strat, make sure the shop does guitar setups. This requires an expert. They should be more or less able to tailor it to your needs. This goes for any guitar really but it's the better ones that benefit most...and so will you. Like violins, guitars have their own personality. No 2 play alike. Get a new one and make it your own. Hope this helps!

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