i'd suggest you try the Tokai Strat or Tele's.. THere are Tokai's at Lyric that is priced more than 10k..although they are MICs but the quality IMO is better than the SXs.. Tokai is a reputable brand..
I have 2 Tokai's now.. the strat is very good in its stock form.. i just changed the strings from 9 to 10 and had it set up, it sounds better than a Squier Standard Strat..
For my Tokai Telecaster, there's much to be desired on the pickups..but I changed mine to a better one and changed the strings and it can compete head to head with my MIJ Fender Tele..
If you have budget, watch out for the Squier VIntage Modified and the Classic Vibe series..
Sometimes the market is feeding us with information that this brand is better than this other brand, but at the end of the day, it's all about the guitar's feel in your hands... of course, just make sure you go to a luthier and have your guitar set-up.. =)
Good Day! =)