Originally Posted by: Slipin LizardFor what its worth, I tried a Martin DCX1E acoustic, and thought it sounded great, and played super nice too. It has the built-in Fishman pick-up, which also sound excellent. I'll probably buy one once my home reno's are finished and I'm no longer living in a trailer!

http://guitars.musiciansfriend.com/product/Martin-DCX1E-AcousticElectric-Guitar?sku=514816

Thats exactly what I bought 3 months into....bought a real cheapie Day 1 to learn on which was a mistake (in hindsight, for me)...even if I bought something a bit more expensive and gave up 2 months into it you can sell the better guitar and get most of your money back. I stuck with it and wound up buying a 2nd guitar within months.

Granted, it depends on your financial situation but I would recommend a "longer-term" guitar upfront if you can swing it. You either keep it for a long time or sell it and wind up ok financially.

Just one opinion....