Breedlove Atlas Stage Series D25/SR Dreadnought Acoustic-Electric Guitar  

Positive - great value: although it lacks the popularity of Taylor and Martin, you get a much greater value than the big names at this price point.  Beautiful sound, all wood, fantastic finish with gorgeous inlays, very impressive electronics.  Excellent hardshell case compared to soft case with competitors.  This instrument should stand the test of time, and as Breedlove reputation grows, should prove to be a good investment.

Negative - only one so far: there was no manual or instructions of any kind for the electronics, although operation is straightforward and Breedlove quality department offered a useful guideline.

The LR Baggs is a real plus on this guitar.  It really shapes the tone and will bring out the highs and lows with a few minor adjustments. I was somewhat disappointed in the looks of this guitar.  I wish they would leave out the abalone around the perimeter of the box and just leave it on the soundhole.  It is a little too flashy for me.  Also, the pickguard is one of the ugliest I've ever seen.  It seems to clash with the abalone.  I had a small body Taylor with the same wood (rosewood sides and spruce top) and it was absolutely gorgeous!  On the Taylor, only the sound hole had the abalone, which, to me is plenty.  Otherwise you get that "Roy Rogers" overdone look.  Some players like that, but I don't.  On the other hand, the workmanship is superb.

This is truly a well-made guitar, but I think the strings are set too high at the nut.  This makes it really hard to adjust the action low, which is how I like my acoustics.  I live in Montana, where the relative humidity is very low, so adjusting the neck and saddle has been a challenge.  I do my own adjustments, and have had a pretty fair amount of success, and I don't claim to be a pro, but so far, the guitar's action has not been perfect, mainly because the nut is set too high.  I am thinking about taking it to a good luthier to have it set up properly. This is the first guitar that I've owned that also needs to be adjusted on the inside of the guitar, which is an exclusive (I think)  feature of Breedlove guitars.  It really wasn't that difficult. The tone of the guitar is beautiful, although I expected a  little more volume from this dreadnought.  Undoubtedly, the gloss finish cuts down on the volume somewhat. I am very impressed with the clarity and sustain, especially on the first string, which has been a problem with other guitars I've own.

The sound of this guitar is very clear, and it is a real pleasure to play.  I was a little disappointed that the top of the case doesn't close right down on the bottom.  You have to bring it slightly to the left to make it close properly.  Also, Breedlove needs to start making their cases with a little recession where the volume knob is on the guitar. I always have to pull on the inside of the case so as not to put pressure on the knob when closing it.

Well worth a grand. You'll pay a lot more for a Taylor or Martin that gets a sound like this.

To summarize:

Pros - Very well made.  Great tone.  Great sustain and clarity.  The LR Baggs pickup makes it come alive.

Cons - Nut is set too high, at least for me.   Abalone around the box detracts from its attractiveness.

Ugly pick guard.  Case doesn't close without tweeking each time you close it.

I don't mean to be negative.  For sure, this is the best sounding acoustic I've owned, and it is a joy to play.  I'd buy another one in a minute.  For the price, I don't think you'll get a better sounding guitar.  This model is made in Korea, and if I ever get the money, I will definitely buy an upper end American Breedlove guitar.  Kim Breedlove is a great luthier!

The neck is smooth thanks to the satin finish, it's really comfortable to play it features an LR baggs pre-amp with chromatic tuner (which is pretty accurate btw) it allows you to arrange just about any type of sound you're after. The inlays on the neck are along the lines of what you'd expect from a more expensive model. 

Although this model (D25/SR Atlas series) is made in Korea the attention to detail is impeccable. The final inspection takes place in Bend Oregon. Very well put together. The guitar feels very solid

I played this guitar (D25/SR) and a Taylor (414ce) back to back for about an hour before I made my decision. The sound quality of the Breedlove compared to the Taylor IMO wasn't even a contest. If you're looking for a warm but not boomy sound this guitar is definately worth a look. This thing hits it all crisp mids and highs with great bottom end. It also responds really well the finger picking. Breedlove is a sleeping giant! The other big names can take a lesson from these guys, quality sound and value at a price a "regular guy" can afford.

I would recommend this guitar to anyone looking for a great reliable instrument. 

I'd give this guitar a 10 except for the following.     I bought one a guitar center and the electronics went out almost instantly.     Returned it, and had the same problem after a few days with the 2nd one.     I don't get how a guitar that goes for almost a grand can have problems with the electronics almost right out of the box.     If you get one that doesn't have the problems I experienced, you'll love this guitar.     Outstanding sound, great feeling neck and jjust plays great, but I question Breedloves QA if I can get a hold of 2 of these with the same problem.

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If I didn't have my problems that I experienced then I'd have to say this is outstanding for the money.