Now I've had this guitar for a few weeks and I have to say it surprises positively. Usually 12 string guitars are hard to play, but not this one, it is right in the hands. It has a huge acoustic volume, while still sounding really good. I've played with the built-in microphone and with an external Seymour Duncan Woody, and the sound is quite different. Not to say which one of the microphones is best. I really recommend this guitar.