I am sure it is a good product for some people but I don't feel comfortable on this stool. The backrest is totally useless because it is too close so you can't really sit back (I KNOW you can adjust that ;) but not enough), and you have to wear shoes otherwise the footrest will drill into your feet, so thin it is. Maybe I am too big for this thing but I don't like using it, I kept it though in case someone comes to play at my place. The guitar stand is also impractical in the front, I think. All in all, good and sturdy, as usual with Gator, but not for me.