Quote Originally Posted by kingnat
I might as well pile on.

Can anyone recommend a decent acoustic guitar for <$200 (this probably doesn't exist), <$500, <$1000?...

I guess I'm most interested in the <$500 option, as I'd like to improve over my POS that I've had for >8 years.
Not to toot my own horn but I recommend the Martin DCX1E. It is a low-end Martin that is acoustic-electric, and it really sounds amazing. It receives great reviews everywhere. Most places sell it for $700, but I got mine for about $550 new on sale. I imagine a good used one would be perfect for you. Here's a link... http://www.guitarcenter.com/Martin-D...74-i1148384.gc