Unfortunately, I was in a hurry, perhaps under the influence of Christmas, with the original review. Yes, the instrument has a nice sound, but that's about it. The mechanics are absolutely insane and the play in it is so huge that when tuned when strummed, before the string vibration dies down, it drops almost a quarter tone, making this instrument a most pleasing wooden, overpriced decoration. It was a mistake, I am repacking and sending it back.