My son became interested in playing the guitar so after a few weeks of research I landed on Orangewood. I got him the Oliver and I was impressed with the quality , sound, and playability. What an amazing first guitar. And as an experienced guitar player I just had to have one for myself. I really wish Orangewood was around when I started playing because it would have been way lees frustrating at the beginning. It will be my office guitar that I play while I am supposed to be working! Much respect for Orangewood.