I got this guitar as my first acoustic after playing electric for several years. I was attracted to it by the descriptions saying it was an acoustic built for electric players. It certainly feels more like an electric than other acoustics I've played. The downside is that since I've started doing more recording and playing live, I've regretted getting this guitar. Unplugged, the sound isn't terrible, fairly mellow and warm, but incredibly weak. The body is much smaller than normal acoustics, so that's to be expected. Plugged in, wow. The sound is 100% HORRIBLE. No matter what strings I've used and what EQs I've tried to use, I can't seem to get away from the awful tinny sound of the guitar. Even with the bass cranked all the way, the high end is way too present. It doesn't sound like any acoustic you've ever heard plugged in. I can't really describe what it sounds like, other than absolute crap. I've only owned this guitar for a little less than a year, and I'm already looking for a replacement. Don't make the same mistake I did.

The only way this guitar could get better is if it could feed and cloth you. This by far the best guitar I've ever played I never have to tune it even after traveling with it It still stays in tune if you are wanting a new guitar this is the one for you.

In comparison to the Ovation, its not quite as good sounding plugged in, but still very crisp- it definately has more bass than the Ovation due to the natural wooden back panel. The action is better(lower) than most acoustic guitars, probably not as low as the Ovation, but you can still try to shred on it. There is a little electric hum, about the same as the Ovation but over all I like it- I have had the Talman for about a year and it still sounds and looks good -buy it.

This guitar is meant to be plugged in so don't expect a jumbo sound unplugged. Its acoustic tone is boxy but plays well. In the store I tried it through Peavey and a Crate acoustic amps. It sounded warm, but clear with all eq settings flat. I had no feedback problems at loud volumes and the tone remained clear and warm.

I bought this guitar used, a few days ago. I'd been looking for a decent thin body guitar for cheap. This guitar blew away my expectations. The finish on it was beautiful, and the styling is unique. The tone on it is what really surprised me. Unplugged, it has a very mellow tone, typical of a thin-body. Not the best one I've heard, but still very good. But plugged in, I was amazed. I never thought that it would sound that good. Smooth, mellow tones, great for jazz or blues. The neck is very playable, fits great.

Overall, if you're looking for a great guitar, for a great price, you simply cannot beat the Talman TCM50.