We love the Lance 825. We have a 2012 and close to 75 nights in it. Two 3 week trips and we did have to empty the holding tank half way through.
The radio works great with the 100 watt solar panel I installed, I am am a music guy. I like rockin out while cookin breakfast inside.
As for the microwave, ditch it, call lance and order the door and all the harware. I think it was like $60 and not hard to install. Also put some wire rack shelves in both sides for more space/organization.
I did the pop up of a palomino before and it was not supper easy to lower the popup. I had to walk around and stuff everything in.
The shower is nice after 3 days of playing.
Good luck on your choice. And I have not had any major problems with the Lance, some minor trim falling off stuff around the sink but we are using this thing and driving alot.