Sorry to hear Rick's comments, but not too surprised. Even though Larrivee is producing a high volume of these instruments, they are still made by hand and I am not surprised that some will not be quality instruments - or even that the entire line might not loose some quality. I guess, if you're looking at the instruments, Murray - you'll have to judge each one on its own. Still, Larrivee is a top manufacturer and if you have any troubles with the instrument you should have no probs getting it fixed.

As I said, I don't have the same need for mine that I used to, but it is still a fine guitar and has only gotten better in the couple of years I've owned it.