I don't consider adi as an upgrade. I also don't consider any other wood an upgrade, or downgrade, for that matter. I would call it just another 'option'.
If the guitar you really like has an adi top, it's just a question of whether that guitar has the sound you're looking for and whether it is worth the price to you.
I voted with my wallet when I purchased my adi topped Lowden. There was a fairly hefty up-charge for it. But to many, cedar is the quintessential Lowden top wood. For them, adi is not an option they would choose. Hey, it's all good!
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