Although classical guitar was my first real introduction to guitar playing (some 30 years ago now...), I have since moved on to other genres, and stopped playing that style. I wanted to get back into playing classical, so thought I'd buy a mid-lower priced instrument as a means of "testing the waters". After perusing the Thomann site (I didn't bother looking anywhere else), I opted for the La Mancha Rubi. I was not disappointed. Light but solid, but for a couple of points, the guitar is generally very well made. The tone is beautiful - sweeter than guitars I've owned that were twice the price. The only negatives were the wood of the heel of the neck was a little rough, and the frets need smoothing at the edges, but otherwise this is a really nice classical guitar for the money. Highly recommended if you are going to try your hand at classical guitar without too much initial outlay.