I have a Jasmine Model S 80S that I bought from a friend ~ 20 years ago. He played it on stage for several years before he finally spent around 3 grand for a good High-end Martin guitar. It has an electric pick-up that if I remember correctly, he had installed after-market. I've played a lot of acoustics, including high-end Fenders, Yamahas, Washburns, Martins, and none of them were appreciably better than my Tak. The tone is amazing. The ease with which it plays as well.