Little Jimmy Dickens goes the way of Charles, and gets me my first points of 2015. http://www.people.com/article/little-jimmy-dickens-dead-94-cardiac-arrest-opry
12th fret is indeed shit, but not the end of the world. With budget Gibsons I would definitely try before buying, fret work in particular can be horrible.
The Malpaso Gang return to The Moorings on Sat 13th Dec, onstage 10pm. The gig marks the Gang debut of new drummer Scott. Aberdeen music legend Jo McCafferty kicks things off at 9pm.
You could do a lot worse than the Super 60 here if it's still available. http://www.aberdeen-music.com/topic/56633-3-fender-combos-for-sale/?hl=fender#entry831053