Hi, I haven't stopped by the Mudcat to visit in several months. But I did today and happened to see this thread. My husband, who is my guitar teacher, would say it depends on what kind of music you want to play. So before you make any decision about how much you will spend, talk to others who play like you play and even then try out a lot of guitars before you settle on one. I own a Taylor Big Baby (just over $400 here in the states) It plays well enough that my hubby usually plays it instead of his Gibson or his Takamine. But if he were going on stage he would use his Tak. So think about what you plan to do. Don't let anyone else tell you unless you agree with them after trying several out.
Glenda