I have a like new Epiphone acoustic electric J45 inspired by Gibson. These guitars are built just like the original Gibson J45s that go for 2K. I paid $800 for the guitar and $130 for the case in 2023. The guitar is made at the Cort factory in Indonesia, which makes top notch guitars. No scratches and lightly played. It is also an electric with Fishman pickups. I took the pick guard off because I think guitars look and sound better, but you can always buy one or have a custom one made. The guitar plays like a dream and has a very comfortable neck. The guitar and case is a package deal.