Hi chris. I received the guitar and after playing a few hours i have to say: a dream came true:- it is is what I wanted (it is even closer)- it looks gorgeous (the neck is wonderful and the wood is very nice)- it plays perfect (even better than my takamine - really!!)- and most important: it sounds really fantastic! It could not be better. As we say: you hit the nail on the head. All I can say is: THANK YOU!! daniel