That's true but still would be good to lay hands on and see which would be better but I'm not sure about prices on cheaper that dirt and midway usa but they have good selections
If ur worried about battery tipping buy a couple of battery boxes and secure them well and put down a solid piece of wood so u don't have to bolt straight to frame or anything
If u live near a bass pro shop or cabelas go look at wat they have before u buy anyhing for reloading because there is a bunch of machines and componets for it u may or may not end up needing
Look at either epiphone , fender , gibson, depending on ur budget and there is a few more good makers but really I would start out on an acoustic o build up finger strength and toughness before u go straight into it