I was shopping for a small body acoustic and although I had a higher budget I was still drawn to this for it's features, looks and top reviews and I am not disappointed. I have spent more on other brands in the past and been less impressed. To my ear,it is a much better instrument than the ibanez guitar it replaced in my collection.
The tone is less deep than a full size acoustic but I am willing to make this trade-off as I prefer the ergonomics and looks af this smaller body. It does not sound 'muddy' like many cheap / mid-range acoustic guiatars but rather it sings with impressive clarity of tone. Intonation is spot-on all the down the neck and action nicely set up. Very satisfied - glad I didn't send more - no need!