http://www.chatsubo.com/only/lasido.html

Norman, Seagull, Godin, Simon&Patrick...All by the same Canadian company (LaSiDo).
Excellent sound and value for the money, starting at about $250 US. I used to recommend Yamahas, but these guitars are what I now recommend to beginners, or for a second guitar or festival beater. Some come with pretty good pickup systems too.

Rich