I'd agree with Mandotim on price guide. I have two Takamine's and love them. I've heard Takamine described as the 'workhorse of the industry' because as mentioned above you get a great bang for your buck. Bought my first after seeing Nils Lofgren using them. I have an EF261 that I prefer for acoustic work and an ND15C that I prefer when mic'd up but both good alrounders whatever the gig.