I'm massively impressed with this stool. Delivery was within just a few days (from Germany to northern England), packaging was first class and the stool itself (I bought the stool and backrest together) superbly built. Strong, comfortable, much more substantial and professional than I expected, even at the admittedly high price. I can't see that I'll ever need to buy another, or at least not for very many years, so ultimately possibly even a bargain! The stool is very adjustable, well padded and comfortable and perfectly suitable even for this tall double bass player (6' 4''). I bought it really because my back has been hurting playing without proper seating, but I'm independently told that I'm playing better for having it, presumably because I am comfortable and properly seated. Utterly recommended.