I've owned one of these since 1998 (It was made January 1998). It's a fantastic guitar with great sound, and a good amount of bass for a 12 string. The electronics are of decent quality, and it's been very reliable over the years. The action is quite low and reasonable, and the guitar is overall an excellent instrument to play. Since it was a gift, I can't comment on its value for money, but I'd say if you can get one, it's a good investment as a playable instrument.