I own an Ibanez lower-end but not made in Mexico, acoustic and just love it. The quality and sound is good so far. It resounds with rich, crisp, clear tones with very good bass. It retains tuning and I only have to retune about every 4th day. I live in a cooler climate so that probably helps. :) But, I think for the person like me with a limited budget, that just wants to play for the sheer joy of playing and doesn't plan to go professional to play before a paying audience may be very happy with an Ibanez. I am. ;)