r/PipaChineseLutes

Hello,

As the title suggests, I'm currently seeking a pipa. Having googled a fair bit, it seems the only easily available instruments for the UK are the Atlas e-30;
https://hobgoblin.com/gr36026-atlas-as-e30-pipa-chinese-lute

..and the pipa made by Thomann;

https://www.thomann.co.uk/thomann_chinese_pipa_standard_477322.htm

Can't find much info at all on the former, and the latter has very mixed reviews on Thomann's own page.

So I wondered if anyone here was able to offer any opinions on either of these models, or recommend an alternative? Budget-wise, what these two cost (£250-300 or so) is about what I was looking to spend, as I'm only really looking for an introductory/beginner instrument at this stage.

Thanks!