It is incredible. Very posh big seat, which is both soft and hard. Locking mechanism is solid as a rock. The sloped edges are an incredible relief for me as I teach drums and have 6-7 hour long sessions. The sharp edges of my previous throne were apparently pinching my sciatic nerves and I've been in pain for couple of years before I figured that was the reason. I want to thank Pearl for making this amazing throne. I've had it for less than a week and I already feel an improvement. It is worth every single cent. Get this throne as soon as you can, you will thank yourself every single day!