I have a 2001 Dot (Korea) an 2013 ES-339 (China) a 1998 Fender Strat (Mexico) and a 2010 Squier Standard Strat (Indonesia). All good guitars. they all needed a setup and professional going over. I see mostly little cosmetic issues with the Dot and ES-339. I think when the Asian made guitars start really eliminating the cosmetic issues and cheap electronics they will start moving to the next quality level.