So, I've been sitting and thinking about your last few words: "all-time favorite guitarists". I think about all the fabulous guitar players in my library, and I have to say that David Gilmour is my guy.

For me, he conveys a lot of meaning with the least amount of effort possible. Instead of the mad scramble to play as many notes in the shortest time, he'll play just the right notes and the effect is equally dizzying.

This is not to detract from Mr. Rabin. I will most certainly own an album or two of his in the near future.