When I looked at getting the new kit at Xmas time I priced up the upgrades from S1 to R1. The new kit is alot cheaper. Didn't look at the S1 to pro. I will be getting a pro at some point but I want to get a guitar first (Epiphone Les Paul, either LP-100, Traditional or Standard) I am just learning to play but want one that will inspire me to pick it up every day.