[Chronic Diarrhea]

I'm not an expert on acoustic guitars, seeing that I only play electric (or that is, I only OWN an electric), but I briefly glanced over the specs of that model and it looks to be a great guitar, especially for $299. Realistically, acoustic guitars don't sound that much better until you break the $500 price bracket, unless you get a Taylor for about $400. The Ibanez has a nice rosewood neck and fretboard, and maple top, so you should get good sound out of it. Having an onboard tuner is nice, but not necessary. The electric jack for an acoustic amp is actually a great feature. Playing an acoustic on a good acoustic amp really allows you to hear so many nuances of the instrument and it makes a big difference, but that probably won't be something you'd get right away.

That guitar goes for $350 on musician's friend, which is my de facto retailer for guitar equipment, pickups, parts, accessories, etc.

P.S. please don't get the blue finish. That would make my penis weep.