Yeah, im getting one of these. May i inquire as to why u dont like Epi specials? Do you just not like them because the way they look or from experience do u know they arent made well, dont sound good, ect. ? The reason why im more looking at the Special is because the Dean Z-X is rele flashy and i didnt want something like that. I like the shape and color, but i think its way too showy. The reviews are better for it, but idk. Ive heard Deans are horrible.