I was never a huge clapton fan, but I loved Dave Gilmour. Obviously he was a way, way worse technical guitarist than Clapton but the tone and simplicity and timing of his playing was amazing. My other favourite is Neil Young, also not a technical wizard, but amazing tone and timing.

After that I'd go for Pat Metheny, Carlos Santana, Jeff Beck. For the top five I'd have to include Hendrix, obviously at number one for historic reasons. Probably should add some of the blues players but I don't want to open that whole discussion.

In terms of amazing technique, I'd vote for Joe Pass, unbelievable.

Any other all time guitarist lists out there?

Shaun

PS: agree with you Mark, the strat = carrera, 1960s.