Hi Dave. Nice. Got a pic of the Ovation?

An instrument which fits and feels just right to play is important to motivation and the positive learning experience IME. Don't need to break the bank, but wise spending enough to achieve that.

A bit over 40 years ago now, I had a mate with an Ovation. Had a then trendy oval shaped back. Was a nice guitar to play as I recall, and looked pretty cool too. Was out of my price league at the time.