I wound up returning this guitar (mahogany top), mainly because I wanted something a little smaller, partly because the sound wasn't quite to my liking. However, this is definitely a great budget guitar. The sound won't compare to a Martin (or any solid top guitar, for that matter), but is quite good, and the guitar is a lot of fun to play. Under different circumstances I would have kept it, and would definitely recommend it for someone who is looking for a budget option that punches above its weight class. Most cheap beginner guitars are crap; the Dana Mini is a quality instrument that the beginner will be able to enjoy for years. Also, if you're anxious about buying a guitar that you can't try first (I was), Orangewood makes returns extremely easy.
My only minor quibble is that, as I've seen many reviewers point out, the action comes set pretty high. Yes, this is not difficult to address; but a guitar that is largely being sold to beginners ought to have an easier to play action right out of the box, in my opinion.
