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Location: Pewaukee, WI | I have a 93 Elite 1868-C with the OP 24 preamp, and was wondering if there is a replacement preamp with built in tuner that would fit right in.
Thanks!
Randy
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Location: Scotland | The Op24+C is basically an Op24+ with an onboard tuner. The Optima, which also has a notch filter & 4-band EQ could also be used. The later Op-pro, or Op30/40/50 all of which have tuners are a different size & shape & are not compatible. |
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Location: Converse, Texas | I would recommend the Optima because of the notch. |
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Location: Warren,Pa. | If you're looking for an easy swap, the OP24+c is the answer. The optima is really great, but requires a different output setup because of the XLR/1/4" jacks. Of course you can send the guitar to Ovation and have them put in anything you like. I had them remove the electronics from my early-80's CL12string and install an Optima. Cost me $400, but I loved the guitar and it was worth it to me. |
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Location: Studio City, California, USA | Hello,
@ Randy22: Would you concider selling your elite 1868-c?
Thank you very much
Ced |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I like the tuners in the Ovations, but I like the little Korg tuners better. They aren't quite as convenient as having one built into the guitar, but you can use them for several guitars and they are a little easier to tune with because of the needle and lights. Plus they are easier to read for these old eyes. $14 for the Korg is a good investment and the OP 24 is a darn good preamp. |
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Replacing an OP 24 preamp