Thank you for visiting our site. The string height is low and can be adjusted. There are no noticeable scratches and the sound output has been confirmed. The strings are a little rusty so it might be a good idea to replace them. It’s not that I can’t play it. Please check the details in the pictures. We appreciate your understanding in this matter. International Buyers – Please Note. We are located in Fukuoka Japan. It’s our pleasure to make you happy by proposing our recommend item. If you have any questions or request about items, please feel free to ask us. We Do Not Mark Merchandise Values Below Value Or Mark Items As “Gifts” – US And International Government egulations prohibit such behavior.