Baz, I've just read a few of your different Kiwaya reviews and I wonder what you think about the idea of "Kiwaya" being the right answer whenever somebody around here asks for the best beginner uke. They seem to all have been of excellent sound/build quality and very reasonable price, and those seem to be the main points whenever that conversation comes up around here. One idea often expressed is that you need to buy something that is up to certain build/sound standard or else you'll be sabotaging your progress, and that's often met with not wanting to overspend on your new hobby in case you don't like it. It seems like the Kiwayas could generally please both groups within reason.