Compared to what was available to me as a kid, we're living in an age of CNC goodness, amazing class D power amps (small but loud!), and crazy-cool tonal options.
Thanks for commenting, Alfie. I cover this in the video. Also, I needed a case when I was a kid. I didn't just play in my bedroom. And most kids want to cart the thing around, too. Show off with friends, start "bands", maybe they go to School of Rock, etc. Buying used is a great idea for people who know what they're looking for, like you and me. But most parents don't have the first clue, and they can skip all that and just get the whole package brand new for $300.
