LOL... wow that does make me sound undecided huh... hahaha... How'd you explain the emotional solos found in metal music then? Don't really have any words to describe it. But basically the idea is to find variation rather than just having the neck pu do all the work... Bahz... was at Swee Lee earlier today, but was in a rush so didn't ask price for YJM...
If you're talking purely the emotional solo - you're talking about the much neglected other 50% of the TONE FORMULA.
Its articulation, dynamics, choice of notes, vibrato, etc etc. The stuff that gives character.
For sonic variation, try this:
Lower your middle pup till its like about level with the pickguard. See if you like that tone - which only works with gain due to the massive level differences but its something Paul Gilbert & Vai enjoy.