Whilst it is possible to consider Caliban as a base and "natural man", we have to consider what this entails. He displays a love of music, and a close tie with the "sweet airs" of the isle, his harmony with the music, arguably the music of the spheres implies that he is in his place. Whether this can be termed "good" or "bad" is where the problem lies. We must also consider Prospero's effects on Caliban, having absolutely nothing to refer to in relationship to Caliban's life before Prospero arrived. Anyway, I must run off and write an essay on oppression : )
