Just bought a Taylor Mini GS. I was looking for a "beater" travel size guitar to haul around. Incredible sound/tone, sustain and playability for the price ($499). I played all the low end Martins, Yamaha's, Fender's, Seagulls etc. Nice guitars, but nowhere near the sound of this guitar. Unmistakeable Taylor sound. Check out the sound clips by Taylor on YouTube, or at their website. Definitely one to consider...