I scoured the internet for the best deal for an all solid wood guitar, and the Julian Mahogany was it. I was worried the parlor size wasn't going to be full and loud enough. Boy I was wrong, this thing vibrates through your soul with each finger pick. Exactly what I wanted for a small guitar since 99% of my playing time is chilling on the couch. The action on the higher frets is a little higher than I like, but still pretty good and easy to play.