I watched the excellent X-20 review referenced above and must say I'm impressed. As he stated in the review that it's foolish to base a decision made on the sound of a Youtube video but I thought it compared favorably to the two traditional guitars. Contrary to the comments posted to my ears the Taylor sounded best (don't sell that guitar!) followed by the X-20, the D-28 sounded tired.
And I think if I was to down the non-traditional soundhole path may as well go all the way. It's much more interesting than just an off center round hole in the upper bout. They also have a truss rod for adjustment.
Having said that, things to consider are leadtime, 4 month minimum, and is there a repair shop in the US? Could get expensive having to ship back to Ireland if the need arose. I know someone will chime in that there will be no need for repair, never heard of one going back, etc. but it's a possibility.
Things to think about, thanks all.
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