Thanks for the advice about Acoustic-Electrics. Do others feel the same way as Spaw about the newer Ovations? Also I found a site on the internet that imports something called PEAL GUITARS made in South Korea. It's an acoustric-electric and looks, at least from the description, like excellent value for the money. Problem is they are located out West and I don't know a local dealer who carries them where I can play them. Does anyone out them own a Peal guitar? I imagine it would be a mistake to order a guitar site unseen, although their return policy seems good. Thanks for any additional help, Ron