Wow, that's all that came to mind as I opened the package with a big smile. I purchased this guitar at an unbelievable price of 233.00 with free shipping. I own around 15 guitars and this one is without a doubt the nicest guitar of the bunch, especially for the low cost.
Flawless finishing, beautiful maple grain top which definitely looks one piece. I dare say the natural grain looks better than a flamed top. I just cannot believe how good this guitar looks in a sunburst. The finish is called a brown sunburst, but it is what most call a vintage sunburst, with a natural wood colored finish blending in to black edges.
The hardware is solid, very warm sounding humbuckers, cream colored binding on neck and all exposed edges, even the F-holes. Great Neck, all frets are even and filed smooth. I cannot find a flaw anywhere and I have been staring at this thing for hours. Superb quality.
I recently purchased an ARIA PE-STD Les Paul copy in transparent red and it is equally nice. I would highly recommend the new ARIA guitars to anyone. They offer the highest quality I have ever seen in a low-budget price range. Way better value than the Jay Turser line, which I own a few of, and will soon be sold on eBay.
This guitar is life changing...