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Looks a little rough, but no reserve. |
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Location: Brighty in Blighty | Either get and keep "as is" or add $550 and get a new top.
Me I've bid :) |
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| I'm tied up bidding on a 1667 right now..or else you'd have a little more competition... ;)
I bet the old cracked top sounds better anyway...maybe they could just brace it..and let it ride... |
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Location: Brighty in Blighty | How do we know this is a 1537? |
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Location: South of most, North of few | It's a 1537 |
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| How do I know it's a 1537?...hmm, I thinking the two knobs on the waist were the deciding factor for me, but I might be wrong. The sellers really didn't know what it was or they might of had a reserve price. (Didn't the 1718 Elite have the 3-band OP24?) This will be a good win if the bids stay low. The cracks will discourage some bidders. |
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| ..This was a great guitar..I wish they'd made a 1547 in a midbowl..
(coulda, shoulda, woulda.. :rolleyes: ) |
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Location: South of most, North of few | It's a 1537. wood binding, two knob elite, pretty much says it all. I'd be VERY surprised if it went over 400.00. |
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Location: East Tennessee | Originally posted by Trader Jim:
It's a 1537. wood binding, two knob elite, pretty much says it all. I'd be VERY surprised if it went over 400.00. Jim,
I think you're right. I looked at some of the other Ovation auctions. Those with a decent opening price have no bids yet and the others are dirt cheap. |
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Location: GATLINBURG TENNESSEE :) | Hey now ... that top has just "opened up" |
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Location: South of most, North of few | or it's about to in a big way. |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | So why does a 1537 sound any different/better than a regular deep bowl non cutaway elite? |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Steve, there was at least one 1547 prototype made with a shallow bowl. |
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Location: South of most, North of few | Originally posted by Gallerinski:
So why does a 1537 sound any different/better than a regular deep bowl non cutaway elite? You tell me Dave. Magic...Mojo...? I know the 1537 looks better with the different trim appointments, but as far as sound,...(now I may be committing an unpardonable sin here) I think you would have to have a finely tuned ear to appreciate the difference in tone between a 1537 and say the 1768 I just bought, or a 1718 for that matter. Of course it could just me me as I've lost much of my hearing over the years. |
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Location: SoCal | My impression is that the 1537's were built with better materials and probably had a lot of TLC in the building. The 1718's were more production line.
Or it could be mojo........ |
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Location: East Tennessee | Mojo. |
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by Capo Guy:
Mojo. double dipped in it. |
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Location: GATLINBURG TENNESSEE :) | If I remember right, along with the countless previous discussions on this, there was a comment about the top having a partial laminated (ply)portion under the upper bout. There were further theories presented about that causing extended tonal qualities. The thing that stands out the most to me in previous posts was the factory notes on the planning and production of this guitar. It was stated that they were to use nothing but the highest quality wood for the tops, and for the most part they were built as a wood-top Adamas. Another thing that I find VERY cool is the wood binding. I don't really care for the white plastic binding guitar manufacturers use on a nice wood guitars now. But I know Dave was just trying to stir the pot with a question he already knows the answer to. |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | No, not trying to stir the pot. This topic has been discussed and I have my own opinion. But we've got a lot of new members and new 1537 owners in the last few years and I'd like to hear some other inputs.
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Location: GATLINBURG TENNESSEE :) | I'm Game ... I can truly say that I miss the one I once owned, and I'd like to have another some day. I'm sorta' hooked on cutaways though, so it would be a lot more tempting if it were a 1547. My long-time dream would be to have a cutaway version with outies and the Adamas I neck and bridge.(and maybe even the #47 style binding in walnut. I think I could possibly consider giving up all my other guitars to have that. The only negative thing I could think of the 1537 was that it seemed to be very heavy. |
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Location: Jet City | the 1537 is the heaviest acoustic I own for sure.
and bvince, if a 1547 came up, i'd beg, borrow, steal, and or cheat to beat you to it.
I love my 1537, but I, like you, have more use for a cutaway. |
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Location: GATLINBURG TENNESSEE :) | Beal got the only one I've ever seen off Ebay. |
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Location: SoCal | I played Beal's for the better part of a week. You guys should feel bad that you missed it. Great guitar.
Beal, you ever put a wide neck on it? |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | I sold my 1547 to somebody here on the board a year or two ago. Seems they were looking to sell it a while back.
Do a search in the "For Sale" section. |
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Location: CA | Here's a 1537 in a bit better condition.
ebay 150304343441
However, I'm not sure I could completely trust a guy who strings a guitar this way. Or one who does not proofread his own auction before posting it. (no 'satin' neck', no 'sunburst headstock', etc.) |
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Location: Keepin' It Weird in Portland, OR | Oddball sez...
"However, I'm not sure I could completely trust a guy who strings a guitar this way. Or one who does not proofread his own auction before posting it. (no 'satin' neck', no 'sunburst headstock', etc.)"
Y\'meen lack diss?
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Location: Jet City | Here you hounds, have at it! A bursty in good shape!
This one belonged to Glen Campbell? ;)
1537-1 |
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Location: GATLINBURG TENNESSEE :) | That's a lot for one having a big crack. Oh boy ... did I just open a can of worms? |
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Location: Keepin' It Weird in Portland, OR | Originally posted by bvince:
That's a lot for one having a big crack. Oh boy ... did I just open a can of worms? It\'s cheaper than it was....
Someone told him that 1537's were valuable... But neglected to mention that the condition matters.
See, I'm stupid. I list my guitars for what they are worth, so some other noobie can afford it.
If it only cost 35 cents to list a BIN and if you have patience (and don't need the money) you can ask any stupid price you want...
And maybe some stupid person will pay for it. (Then convince themselves that it's an antique!) :eek: |
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Location: SoCal | Why would you buy from somebody when over 10% of their customers are dissatisfied with them? |
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Location: NJ | y'mean like HomeDepot, GuitarCenter & WalMart?? . . . |
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Location: SoCal | Originally posted by cliff:
y'mean like HomeDepot, GuitarCenter & WalMart?? . . . Exactly...... |
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Location: East Tennessee | Didn't know the Guitar center was doing that good. :D |
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Location: Shotley Bridge, Northern England | Well, this went to one of our own. I was very tempted to bid, but, being out of the USA, needed permission that wasn't forthcoming. When the auction closed, and I saw the bidder's name, at least I had the satisfaction of knowing that it was going to a good home. And there is a sort of poetic justice here: I bought a 1758 last year in an auction where he was the next highest bidder, so this evens things out. Well done! I am sure this is JUST as good or even better! :)
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Location: Upper Left USA | You mean this one?
1537 like object on Ebay
I figured it should at least be playable for a while. Then if it goes to Mother for a makeover it will still cost less than a new guitar.
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Location: Shotley Bridge, Northern England | That's the one! ;) , Well done!
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Location: East Tennessee | Nice grab. A lot of us were looking at that one but he who bids best wins.
BTW: I played the FD-14 at the jam. Sweeeeet. |
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Location: Keepin' It Weird in Portland, OR | Looks like a good deal Woody. The poor thing may actually sound good.
(just don't look at the cracks while you are playing) |
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Location: GATLINBURG TENNESSEE :) | I too considered bidding then sending it to the mothership for a new top and makeover. You definitely have a winner at that price. Congratulations! |
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Location: The State of Hockey | Woody, good grab. If you do send it to the mothership It will be even better. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | Bottom Feeders 1537-4 Album
Pictures are up! I received it today and promptly took it apart.
It is partly reassembled, cleaned and has a damp rag in the bowl now.
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Mike, I'm sure you'll give that one a good 2nd life! How does it sound? |
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Location: Upper Left USA | There is a hole where the bass should be but no wonder.
A couple of days of Worshington Sunshine should humidify it some. Then its either Spruce or Carbon Fiber cleats for the gap.
If it goes to Mother it will likely be retopped. I'd consider a 1537 bracing only with inlaid epaulets. Then it would make the neck look old so why not ask for a "D" scale setup!
So I'll just play it for now. |
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Location: Jet City | A 1537D, now THAT sounds interesting. |
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Location: Shotley Bridge, Northern England | Looks great as it is! Sometimes the cracks add to the mojo. If it plays well, please don't have it re-topped!
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Location: closely held secret | Mike, I'm not sure I understand the logic of sending a guitar back to Mother for a new top and neck. Other than the preamp and tuners, you're going to get a new guitar back.
Why not keep this one and custom order what you want? |
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Location: Maine | Mike.. I looked at yout album pics on this one.. What's all that green gunk inside the body? looks as thought neck ext. was glued down at one point.
Did someone also repair the peghead ear?
Is it me.. or does the top grain spacing seems wider than others? or is it just a more pronounced grain?
Is that double stick tape on the rear cover opening?
Satin peghead?
I wanted to bid on this one for a "beater" guitar that I wouldn't be afraid of the kids messing with. Nice grab..! Tal |
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Location: Upper Left USA | I think the green was the remnant of crystalized adhesive and mildew. The Peghead was repaired cleanly with the exception of woods that matched exactly but when do they ever match.
The inner ring of the Hatch is 3M'd back in place and the overall finish is Satin, which is better than "Sat in".
It'll git er done! |
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