Ovation Guitars Catalog 2009 - Gakki
Ovation Guitars Catalog 2009
Outside The BoxDuring its 40 years as a guitar manufacturer, Ovation has provenagain and again that outstanding instruments can be created byhaving the courage to combine tradition and experience with newideas and the latest state-of-the-art technology.Since their introduction, guitarists worldwide have embraced theinstruments produced by Ovation’s guitar factory in New Hartford,Connecticut.Why? Their innovative round back design and the unique mix ofmodern composites and carefully selected woods are without rival.
The combination of innovative design and use of modern materialsdoes not mean that the production is sterile and automated. Onthe contrary, Ovation’s trained workers, with hundreds of years ofcombined experience, build Ovation guitars largely by hand, witha passion for each instrument. The use of ultra-modern technologysupports the manufacturing process, but old world craftsmanship isat the heart of Ovation.As a result, more than one million guitarists worldwide have chosenOvation guitars to help them achieve their “signature sound.”USA SeriesInspiration comes at any time.Capture it every time.SideFeatures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 5Adamas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 7The first and only guitar with built-in MP3 recording - see page 26-27 for details.Custom Legend. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 9Custom Elite. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 11Legend . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 - 13Elite. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 - 15Standard Balladeer. . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 - 17Standard Elite. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 - 19Elite T . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 - 21Specialties. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 - 23VXT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 - 25iDea . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 - 27Celebrity SeriesSideSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 - 29CC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 - 31Specialties. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 - 33Record. Playback. Create. Learn.
2Contour BowlThe semi-parabolic shaped bowl is the trademark ofevery Ovation.The bowl is made of Lyrachord, a mix of compositematerials, and its manufacturing process is basedon the same original recipe developed by companyfounder Charles Kaman back in the Sixties. With thenew LX Series, Ovation has succeeded in refining andimproving the original composition.The addition of glass “microspheres” reduces theweight of the new Lyrachord GSTM bowl by up to 30%- but maintains the bowl’s superior stability. Thanks tothe lighter structure of the material, the bowl vibratesmore and therefore produces a much louder, moredynamic sound with a perfect response.
Advanced Neck SystemThe Advanced Neck System sets a new standard for function and stability.The ingenious 2-way neck adjustment rod provides accurate adjustability combined withreliable stability over the complete length of the fingerboard. Thanks to the low mass ofthis unique truss rod, very little wood needs to be removed from the neck, resulting inbetter transmission of vibration and greater structural integrity.Two extremely rigid graphite inlays are used to stabilize the fingerboard at the pointwhere neck and body are connected. The newly designed neck/body joint, combinedwith a well thought out bolt-on system, substantially increases the stability andeffectively improves the vibration between body and neck. The result is better sustainand outstanding response.The new Advanced Neck System is a significant advancement for Ovation, and gives theplayer more neck adjustment flexibility as well as great playing comfort.3
4Scalloped X-BracingThe shape and design of a guitar top‘s bracing not onlyUsingprovides necessary stability, but has an extremely importantmeasurement machines, Ovation engineers plotted theshare in the overall sound of an instrument – some might saymovement of the guitar tops using different bracing patterns.that it is the heart of the guitar.Through detailed analysis, they developed new bracing ieved their goals. The result? Stable tops that produce aWhen developing its new scalloped X-brace pattern, Ovationrich, powerful sound that cuts through but is responsive atengineers had two objectives in mind: first, to adapt perfectlythe same time.the new bracing pattern to the extended response qualitiesof the new Lyrachord GSTM bowl; second, to brace the topThe new scalloped X-bracing can be found on all Ovation LXin such a way that it vibrates as freely as possible without anySeries models.loss of stability.
OP PreampsPickupsOvation’s development of outstandingdesigned after extensive research & development thatBut what would a high-qualitypreamplifiers and pickups has alwayswas done in conjunction with some of Ovation’s premierpreamp be without a first-classbeen a source of pride and passion.endorsers, and sound great in a wide variety of playingpickup?Ovation pioneered the use of pickupssituations, from quick fingerpicking to heavy strumming.Ovation is known for its greatin acoustic guitars, and now, more than35 years later, we are still known as leaders in acoustic-The latest preamp design from Ovation engineers ispickups. After all, Ovation waselectric guitar technology.the VIP-5. This preamp is a combination of OP preampthe first company to use a pickup in an acoustic guitar. Thefeatures and a “Virtual Image Processor”, a state-of-the-OCP-1 pickup is the next step in development, and is basedUsing the highest quality components, Ovation ”OP”art signal processor. Five realistic high-end microphoneon the original Ovation pickup of the 1970’s, which is stillpreamps offer both a “natural” acoustic sound andimages recorded with the finest studio equipment canheld up as an example of what an acoustic guitar pickupsextremely good signal-to-noise ratio. A user-friendlybe added to the regular Ovation piezo pickup sound,should be. It has proven to be an ideal complement to thedesign combined with effective sound contouring makemaking a blend that is strikingly “acoustic.”OP-PRO preamp: the combination of both componentsthe OP Preamps the ideal partner for guitarists.produces an acoustic-electric sound that is warm & smooth,as well as responsive.The OP-PRO and OP-PRO Studio are sophisticatedelectronics packages but are easy to use. They were5
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7Ever play a grand piano with the lid lifted? A similar sonic “openness” is how players describe theirfirst Adamas experience. It s been said that the heart of an acoustic guitar is the top – it pumps out thesound. A stiff top will give you sparkling highs, a thin top will give you powerful lows. The problem withtraditional wood tops is that you usually get one or the other, but rarely both. By using thin layers ofcarbon fiber combined with wood, Adamas can give you both – in every climate and with just about anystring gauge. Many players remark that an Adamas has the balance and complexity of a fine vintageguitar. Ovation believes that Adamas is louder, with better dynamics and a wider frequency response thanany other acoustic guitar you have ever played.W597-CB2080-NWT 1598-MEIICarbon fiber/wood laminated top5-pc. high gloss finish Mahogany/Maple/Ebony neckEbony fingerboard & bridgeHigh quality tuning machinesHand shaped low-profile neckVIP-5 or OP-PRO preampOCP-1 pickupCross section of Carbon fiber topFor more information, visit www.adamasguitars.com and visit anyauthorized Ovation dealer to order your customized Adamas today!
82079LX-CCB1769ADII-5Al Dimeola2059LX-4
9Custom LegendHighest-quality materials and outstanding sound: Custom Legendrepresents the top-of-the-line models within the LX Series. The topsof these instruments are marked by their unrivalled flexibility and areamong the best on the market today.No fewer than 300 individual pieces of the finest Abalone have beenhand-inlaid by experienced workers and serve as a perfect example ofthe skilled craftsmanship of the Ovation luthiers. Hand-selected AAA grade solid Sitka Spruce top5-pc. high gloss finish Mahogany/Maple neckEbony fingerboard & bridgeHand-inlaid Abalone top purflingHand-inlaid rosetteGold tuners w/pearloid buttonsOP-PRO Studio w/XLR & 1/4“ output jacksOCP-1 pickup1769ADII-5
10Custom EliteA guitar top is a finely tuned vibrating membrane. Ovation’s CustomElite models have a thinner, more responsive solid spruce top thatdelivers maximum acoustic energy and exceptional balance up anddown the fingerboard.And speaking of sound, plug one in and you’ll find that it’s acoustic“beefiness” is matched by the tonal control of the OP Pro Studiopreamp with its unique harmonic enhancement circuitry.More sound. Less work. Set after set. Night after night. Hand-selected AAA grade solid Sitka Spruce top5-pc. high gloss finish Mahogany/Maple neckEbony fingerboard & bridgeHand-inlaid Abalone top purflingHand-inlaid epauletsGold tuners w/pearloid buttonsOP-PRO Studio w/XLR & 1/4“ output jacksOCP-1 pickupC2078LX-RTD
11C2078LX-5C2078LX-BCB
122077LX-42077LX-5
LegendOvation’s Legend is a standard in the Ovation range, andhas been part of the brand’s rich history for many years.The LX versions of these instruments are truly remarkablein their responsiveness and extended dynamic range. Theiroutstanding playability and rich acoustic-electric soundmake these instruments a first choice for almost any styleof music and playing situation.2077LX-TPB Hand-selected AA grade solid Sitka Spruce top5-pc. high gloss finish Mahogany/Maple neckEbony fingerboard & bridgeHand-inlaid rosetteGold tuners & buttonsOP-PRO Studio preampOCP-1 pickup13
142078LX-BCBLacuna CoilMarco Coti Zelati,Cristiano “Pizza” Migliore
15EliteIncorporating the finest materials and state-of-the-arttechnology, Elite models are lighter, louder, richer and fuller- all the things you want your guitar to be. The smooth, hardcomposite Lyrachord GS body improves projection andreflects top vibrations better than traditional material andtoday is stronger and lighter than ever before.The Elite’s hand-selected tops are voiced with a scallopedbracing pattern that evenly supports the top to provideultimate acoustic energy with amazing harmonic overtones. 2078LX-52078LX-4Hand-selected AA grade solid Sitka Spruce top5-pc. high gloss finish Mahogany/Maple neckEbony fingerboard & bridgeHand-inlaid epauletsGold tuners & buttonsOP-PRO Studio preampOCP-1 pickup
16Standard BalladeerThose guitarists looking for an elegant yet fairly priced instrument will findwhat they are looking for in the Standard Balladeer range. These guitars openthe door to the world of the big Ovation sound without sacrificing any of theessential, unique features.With carefully chosen solid Spruce tops, inlaid rosettes, die-cast chrome tuningmachines, and satin finish neck, the Standard Balladeer sets a new standard forOvation at the mid-price level.1861AX-5 Solid Sitka Spruce top5-pc. satin finish Mahogany/Maple neckRosewood fingerboard & bridgeHand-inlaid rosetteChrome tunersOP-PRO preampOCP-1 pickup2771AX-CCB
172771AX-CCB
18Standard Elite Updated luxury with fabulous tone at a journeyman’sprice. The Standard Elite’s wide-open, full-bodied soundand professional features make it one of the most popularacoustic-electrics in the world.A vintage soft-V neck allows for effortless runs up and downSolid Sitka Spruce top5-pc. satin finish Mahogany/Maple neckRosewood fingerboard & bridgeHand-inlaid epauletsChrome tunersOP-PRO preampOCP-1 pickupthe fingerboard while the OP Pro preamp and High Outputpickup amplify all the tonal subtleties that resonate throughthese stellar instruments. All of which makes the Standard Elitethe ideal guitar for live and studio applications.2778AX-42778AX-52778AX-NEB
192778AX-NEB
20MT37-5Elite TThese are the “hot rods” of the Ovation range – maximum performance, fast playing andunique styling. Ovation’s famous lightweight/high strength bracing under the solid Spruce topgives the soundboard tremendous acoustic power. The pickup is specifically designed to turnthe Ovation acoustic thunder into electric lightning. Solid Sitka Spruce topSingle Epaulet design3-pc. Maple neckRosewood fingerboard Black chrome tuners OP-PRO preamp OCP-1 pickup1868TX-5
212078TX-5Mick ThomsonSlipknot
22SpecialtiesThe “Specialty” Series is a showcase for Ovation’s product developmentteam and further demonstrates the company’s dedication to offering awide variety of stringed instruments that help musicians experiment andbe creative. This collection of long-scale, short-scale, high-pitched, lowpitched, wide-necked and solid body hybrid instruments goes where fewWant to build your next Ovationlarge guitar companies have gone before. Great instruments that stretchany way you‘d like it?the limits of tradition mark the Ovation Specialty Series.Visit any authorized Ovation dealerto order your customized Ovationguitar today.2774LX-4MM68-CCB2073LX-4
23Shadows FallMatt BachandJon DonaisNSB778-GFT
24The Ovation VXT: At last, an instrument that will satisfy both electric andacoustic guitarists. Pan from sweet acoustic finger style to hard drivingpower chords with just a turn of the knob. Or, discover a near infiniterange of exciting new sounds by combining electric and acoustic in variousamounts.The VXT employs Ovation’s VIP “Virtual Microphone Imaging” preamptechnology offering access to a natural, studio-quality acoustic sound.Combined with some of the best quality electric pickups available, the VXTis bound to create a hybrid breed of its own.VXTD-BSF VIP “Virtual Microphone Imaging” acoustic preampSet-Neck constructionChambered bodySolid Spruce or Figured Maple topsSeymour Duncan ’59 Humbuckers or SP90 (VXTS) pickups
25VXT-SBVXT-5VXTS-TSJ.T.Hawthorne Heights
26Got an iDea?Record Record from guitar pickup and built-in microphone – record guitar alone or guitar and vocal simultaneously Automatically converts to MP3 format any audio source recorded through the Aux-In jack Download MP3 tracks from a computer Store over 100 minutes of audioPlayback Play tracks through headphones or amp Play along with JamTracks – a selection of tracks is preloaded – download more from OvationiDea.com Change playback tempo without changing pitchCreate Instantly record song ideas, licks, hooks, rhythms – never again lose a musical ideaCC54i-PL Built-in mic records voice as well as guitar -- great scratch recorder for melody and lyric as well as chordchanges Use Aux input to record backing tracks for solo performance Upload songs to recording software to edit and expandLearn Pre-installed audio lessons – download more at OvationiDea.com Record solos from any audio source, then slow them down and learn note-for-note
27USB ConnectMulti-FunctionLCD displayPreamp for Live Performanceincludes Volume & 3-Band EQHeadphone JackBuilt-inCondenser MicPlay/StopStart or stop recordingor playback. Hold downto turn unit on and off.RepeatRepeat orloop a track.RecordPuts iDea in “Record/Pause” mode. PressPlay/Stop to start recording.Control JoystickNavigate through menusand select functions.iDea Preamp PackageOvation’s iDea Preamp Package (OPi-1) is compatible with any Ovation guitar equipped with an OPSeries preamp (models OP-10, OP-11, OP-20, OP-30, OP-40, OP-50, OP-Pro, OP-Pro/Studio, VIP-5).The OPi-1 Preamp Package includes an OPi-1 preamp (preloaded with 3 lessons/ backtracks),ear buds, mounting hardware, auxiliary input jack with connection cable, USB cable, installationinstructions, Quick Start Guide and a FREE 7-Day trial membership to WorkshopLive.com.
28The OVATION Celebrity SeriesThe Celebrity Series takes the original Ovationroundback concept to a lower price level, makingOvation affordable for almost everyone, with fewcompromises.Celebrity guitars are manufactured in Asia understrict quality control standards and at the samehigh level of craftsmanship as their USA-madebrothers. Many of the components are the same, orare similar to, those used on much more expensiveUSA-made models, so you can be assured of greatperformance despite the lower price.Check out Ovation Celebrity Series guitars foryourself before making any purchase decision, andsee why so many guitarists around the world havealso chosen Ovation.Celebrity SeriesSideSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 - 29CC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 - 31Specialties. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 - 33Celebrity SEThe Ovation sound. Bright, distinctive, and made to be amplified.The leading acoustic/electric guitar is now within everyone’s reach.These guitars have a strong voice with plenty of punch to help yoursound cut through the mix. For a beautifully balanced tone and agorgeous finish, there’s no better selection.CSE44-HB
29CSE24-RRCSE44-4 Solid Sitka Spruce top2-pc. Nato neckRosewood fingerboard & bridgeAbalone rosette (center soundhole)Abalone fingerboard position markersGold tunersOP-30 preampOCP-1K pickupCSE24-5
30Celebrity CCEverything you need to get started on your way to the big stage.Celebrity CC Models offer professional Ovation features at a pricepoint that’s affordable to almost anyone.AtreyuDan JacobsTravis MiguelCC245-RR
31 CC44-8TCC24-5Choice of laminated or solid Spruce top3-pc. Nato neckRosewood fingerboardGold tunersOP-4BT preampSlimline pickupCC24-4
32MCS148-RRBSixx AMNikki SixxDJ Ashba
33Celebrity SpecialtiesIf you’re bending the fretted world’s rules to the limit,you need an instrument like the Celebrity Specialties:Mandolin, Doubleneck & bass are individual instrumentsfor individual players.CSE225-8TYCC2474
The following are trademarks of Ovation Guitars: Adamas, Balladeer, Celebrity, Custom Legend, Custom Elite, Elite, Elite T, Legend, Ovation iDea, Standard Elite and VXT. 2008 Ovation Guitars. All rights reserved. No part of this catalog may be reproduced in any form, in whole or in part, without prior written consent of Ovatio Guitars.Not responsible for typographic errors. Ovation Guitars reserves the right to alter products pictured in this catalog for the sake of improvement.Ovation Guitars· PO Box 507 · Bloomfield, CT 06002-0507 · USAPart Number KCG-690 11/08 · 1K · J3565Photography: Martin Kreutter · Design: Udo Krause · Concept & Realisation: Thorsten Dörrwww.ovationguitars.com, www.adamasguitars.com, www.ovationidea.com,www.thevxt.com, www.myspace.com/ovationguitars and www.myspace.com/thevxt
the contrary, Ovation’s trained workers, with hundreds of years of combined experience, build Ovation guitars largely by hand, with a passion for each instrument. The use of ultra-modern technology supports the manufacturing process, but old world craftsmanship is at the heart of Ovation.
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guitars, resulting in that classic, rich Ovation sound. However, for those players who desire a more traditional look for their instruments, the Ovation Thin Line piezo saddle pickup, based on the original Ovation design, is available on certain models and provides similar performance with looks that will please. Ovation Built-in Preamps
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OVATION E-190WW User Manual Rev. 5 Edition Notes The OVATION E-190WW User Manual Rev. 5 covers the description, safety precautions, installation, programming, operation, and maintenance of the OVATION E-190WW. CHAUVET released this editi
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