I disagree with that,
if youve got 2 grand dont just randomly pick anything. Spend some time learning about stuff.
Harmony Central is a great site with loads of reviews, if youve tried a product and like it, a few extra opinions can really help give you the confidence you want when spending alot.
what type of sound do you want? go to loads of guitar shops and try out everything you like the look of.
what guitar and amp have you got at the moment?
what do you like about them?
what do you dislike about them?
Your only as strong as your weakest link so its best to make sure everything youve got sounds great is reliable and with your budget it easily should be.
Fender Amps are great and theres dealerships everywhere so youre covered if one breaks down if youre on the road. The best advice anyone can say is get what sounds best to you instead of me telling what id buy.
Saying that theres a reason why everyone who plays guitar has a big muff and a rat.