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Location: Germany | 100 pages full of ads and articles from 1966 to 2009. Mine is #4/15. Don't ask, I won't sell it!
Thanks my friend!
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | WOW |
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Location: south east Michigan | awesome |
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Location: chicago | One of Jeromes adds holds aspecial place in my heart....the picture of Larry Coryell holding his custom ledgend doing a seven fret stretch,its what started my long jones for that ovation model....true nostalgia! |
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Location: Orlando, FL | Wow! Very nice. Lots of inspiration in that book. |
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Location: GATLINBURG TENNESSEE :) | Nice work Jerome! |
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Location: NJ | VERY NicelyDone!! |
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Location: SoCal | Wow. We just exchanged emails and he needed my address. Sure hope it's this and that he didn't rat me out to the IRS.... |
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Location: New Hampsha | Very Nice work, Jerome!!!
(And a reminder that anyone who hasn't gotten their own copy of Jerome's Ovation Tribute DVD (free!!!) should ask for one immediately before Jerome comes to his senses. Visit Jerome's site and look on the left hand margin to order your copy. DO IT NOW) |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Very nice.
A true work of love. |
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Location: Atlanta, GA. | Very impressive! |
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Location: Tuscany, Italy | Very, very nice. A true work of love from a true Ovation fan ! |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Fantastic. Is this in publication? |
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Location: NJ | Evidently.
. . . a whole 15 of 'em. |
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Location: Bellevue, Washington | I would buy one of these right this second if this were in mass publication. Jerome you should take some orders, I'm sure I'm not the only one who feels this way :) |
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Location: SoCal | I don't think that Jerome can legally see these. The ads remain the property of KMC. I suspect that just printing up a few and giving them to friends is just fine.... |
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Location: Bellevue, Washington | Ah thats true, didn't even think of that :( |
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Location: Tennessee | Define "a few" ...
That's a special item for those lucky enough to get one. |
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Location: Paris/France | Humm...
My first words will be to apologize because I only made 15 copies of this work.
It's a little bit expensive to make such a book and my greatest wish had to have the possibility to send one to every fan but it's not possible so I'm really sorry. :(
The choices I've made are surely arbitrary but I had to make a choice.
3 of these books should be arrived at the factory, 1 stayed in France, 1 is in Germany, 2 will be in UK in the next days and the rest are or will be in USA pretty soon.
As most of you knows that my English is not very good, there's no text inside the book and these ads are just presented as a sequence of the different models and innovations developed in the 40 past years.
The final result is nice to my eyes and I'm happy that the few whom have a copy love it.
Paul is right, there is copyrights on these docs and I've never won a cent (of dollar or euros... :D ) with every project that I've done because it's my personal vision of the way to live my passion.
If it change in the future, I'll stop immediately.
I'm lucky enough to have a job, a family, a roof and finally the possibility to live this passion and to share it with great people so that's enough to my eyes.
Until it will stay as this, I'm pretty sure that Fender or KMC will let me do funny projects like this one without making me troubles (I sincerely hope so...).
My poor English, the non commercial and amateur side of my work are the best keys to open the doors of the kindness of people and it works fine since 5 years that's why I'm really lucky!!
I've got an idea in mind but I need to ask to Al and Miles before to write it here.
I hope to be back soon with a solution if this idea don't comes against the OFC rules or against the law...
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | I can't wait to hear your next idea, regardless if I am the recipient of one of these (although I secretly hope I am).
You have accomplished with OvationTribute what I had only hoped to do for the Ovation community when we started this site and my Solid Body/Storm site. I never had the time, nor is it looking like I ever will, so frankly I am your biggest fan for all the work you have done!!!!
On a side note... I don't have any problem reading your posts and emails and understanding them yet there are plenty of folks born here whose emails I have to have translated!!!! :) |
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Location: Upper Left USA | Jerome,
Your english is better than most and your passion and generosity exceeds all expectations.
Your site is the "Wikipedia" for everything Ovation and promotes the cause and records the history of what we all love. |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Jerome,
Great work!!
Not that I know about these things but, I would think that doing tributes publications like this and generating enough income to cover your costs would not upset anyone.
But what do I know, I just used to sell jet fuel? |
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Location: Paris/France | My idea was not too dumb and I've got Miles and Al's agreement to write it here.
Thank you both!!! :)
I'm surprised that some of you are interested with this book and it's really unexpected.
I can print another bunch of 15 or 20 copies in a soft cover edition of this book whom is a little bit less expensive as the price is around 35€ (47$US) shipping included everywhere in the world.
And I can offer it to you for free!!
If you're satisfied after you get your copy, you can make a donation with Paypal if you want to help me to cover the fees of the print but it's not obligatory!!
By this way, I'm not really selling the book and I respect a little bit more the copyrights of the Ovation brand. ;)
Some guys are selling on Ebay scans of catalogs burned on CDs and they don't have as much scruples as me but I'll not change now... :D
So, I'll work tonight on a special soft cover edition of the book because it needs to be slightly redone.
The cutting of the pages is not exactly the same because of the soft cover but the final result will be very very close to the hard cover edition.
I'll order a single copy to check the quality before to make the final print so it should take 2 or 3 weeks before to get it at your door.
Just send me an email to let me know if you wants a copy and I'll do my best to ship it to you as soon as possible.
Thank you all for your support, I greatly appreciate !!!
J :)
PS: Thank you Beal for your kind words, it's much more than encouragement to my eyes!! |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Sign me up. I'd gladly round it up and pay $50US for your tremendous effort! |
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Location: Orlando, FL | That's great news Jerome! Please put me down for one. I'm very happy to donate to the cause.
Thanks for all you do for Ovation lover's everywhere! |
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Location: Bellevue, Washington | I sent you an email Jerome but yes please put me down for one, and like I said earlier I will be MORE than happy to donate for all of your very hard work on this!!! |
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | Email sent, Merci beaucoup mon ami |
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Location: Rego Park, NY, | Jerome your english is much better than my chinese. Mainly because most of my relatives were born in the United States. My parents would start talking with a mixture of both chinese and english.
I am also went to chinese school in New York's Chinatown. I dropped out in the Kindergarten level.
I would also be interested in a copy of this book when and if you are ready to print it. |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | The book is really stunning. But it's the words written inside that are the most meaningful to me. THANK YOU MY FRIEND.
Those that haven't got it yet are in for a real treat. |
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| The book is fantastic. Like the guy who put it together.
Even if he does write terrible words inside.
Moi? Un Francais???/ |
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Location: California | Congratulations on your new tribute to the ovation guitars. Good job. email send.
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Location: Germany, where delicious wine is growing (Rheinh) | That's really a great job, Jerome.
Please put me on your list, I'm very happy to get one, too.
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Location: Upper Left USA | J,
As a past recipient of amazing things from being on your mailing lists I have to jump in and ask to get on the list forthe softcover.
Paypal soon to come...
And this baits the question about FMIC/KMC partnering with you to make the next wave of History/Marketeering become a reality.
The next wave of success will have to embrace the past and present the future.
They should have you on Staff! |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Add me, too. |
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Location: Paris/France | Thank you guys,
I already have 15 orders for the book:
Stonebobbo, 2ifbyc, RNickels, Musicmishka, Timintidewater, Fletcher, Designzilla, ProfessorBB, Noah, Phil Wong, Marenostrum, Hwebster, Tafkar, Bburg and Mark in Boise.
I hope that I don't forget someone!!
I've had emails saying that some of you would prefer a hard cover edition.
My wish is to keep the first run of 15 as a "collector's edition" that's why I've offered a soft cover for this print.
If you really prefer a hard cover, I can make a "special reprint" without numbers and with some very small differences to keep the first one as a collector.
The final cost is more expensive (42.5€ / around 67$US) that's why I don't know what to do now...
My only wish is your satisfaction!!
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Location: Tuscany, Italy | Jerome, for me the soft cover edition is fine. However, I will get what it will make your work easier ;) .
R. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I'm fine with the softcover. No need to dilute the effect of the special edition on my account. |
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Location: Up North | Congratulations on producing another amazing Ovation Collectable Jérôme! The Ovation community is truly lucky to have you.
Congrats also to all the lucky OFC members to be receiving them. |
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Location: Orlando, FL | The soft cover edition will be fine for me too. Thanks! |
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Location: 6 String Ranch | Great Job Jerome.
and thank you very much for the kind words in my copy. |
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Location: SoCal | Just got my copy in the mail. Absolutely incredible! Jerome, thank you very much. You've done wonderfulness, my friend..... |
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Location: SoCal | Paul,
Maybe # 07 will be here tomorrow...all we got was two boxes of broken antique teapots for Suzie. |
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Location: Nashville TN. | I was too late.....
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Location: Nashville TN. | No I wasn't
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Location: SoCal | Well, if Paul got his a couple of days ago, looks like # 07 has been lost in the mail.
As I believe, it is the thought that counts...I am honored that Jerome tried to send me a copy. |
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Location: NJ | AW |
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Location: Up North | Maybe it's taking the scenic route? |
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Location: Upper Left USA | J,
Received mine Friday (#9).
You are incredible!
I am sure there is a cure or treatment for whatever it is that makes you a passionate Ovation Fan - but don't start treatment too soon! |
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Location: SoCal | You know, it's not just that the ads are cool to see, a lot of them take me back to where I was in life when they first came out (especially in the 70's). It's a trip..... |
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Location: south east Michigan | Just arrived.
Simply brilliant. |
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Location: Paris/France | I'm very happy that you all enjoy your copy. ;)
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Location: Seoul, Korea | Jerome, it seems I am coming always at the backend of all the excitement. Are there any copies available still? I have not seen your work but it must be something great when the discriminating OFC members are going superlative on it. Well done! Simon |
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Location: SoCal | Number 7/15 has arrived...
In addition to myself, my wife (Suzie) is touched by Jerome's kindness and his skill/dedication.
This will be treasured...
On the back cover, Jerome says:
"It is also my tribute to C.H. Kaman and his son Bill and to all of the talented people from the Factory in New Hartford/CT for making among the best and most innovative guitars in the world!!"
Well said... |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Originally posted by Mr. Ovation:
WOW I just received my copy. I cannot top my original comment, but it's worth repeating....
WOW.
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Location: Tennessee | I received the soft cover edition in the mail today. Thank you Jerome for the honor of having one of these ... it is a treasure. I spent a couple of hours going through all the different ads (from around the world!) I will be spending many more hours with it. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | Received mine yesterday as well. Not only does this provide a history of the models through the advertising medium, it gives a glimpse of pop culture over several decades. Extremely nice work, Jerome. This is an amazing collection of original ads for Ovation, and we're honored that you have shared it with us through this book. Thanks so much. |
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Location: SoCal | Originally posted by Jérôme:
I'm very happy that you all enjoy your copy. ;)
J :) An understatement to say the least. Again, thank you... |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Got mine yesterday also!
Awesome job J!
I did not expect it so soon. Paypal on the way. |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Mine arrived 10 minutes ago: absolutely awesome collection and extremely nice presentation! Thanks as well for the note inside...
Ditto to what Stephen said above!
Thanks Jerome for all you do! You, my friend, are a treasure!
Moody posted:
It's a trip..... Exactly; and what a trip it's been! |
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Location: michigan | Just Go Mine Jerome. THANKS SO MUCH...
this is a great collection. Saw a few adverts I will try and track down over the coming years... |
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Location: Paris/France | Hi,
I'm glad that some of you already get their copy.
They have been shipped last Monday and the first was arrived on Wednesday in USA.
2 days from France to USA is a record!!
The last copies should be arrived today or next week, it depends where you live.
Some of you asked for my paypal address, there's a link for making a donation at the right bottom of the main page of Ovation Tribute site.
Thanks to all of you whom already have made a donation, I greatly appreciate your help to cover the cost of the print.
I've got 2 orders more so I'll make another print because the 20 first copies are already gone.
Don't hesitate to ask if you want one, it's never too late. ;)
As this week end will be the first to be sweet and very sunny here in France since October, I will have some rest and playing guitar in my garden.
I wish you all a very nice week end.
J :) |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Got mine yesterday, Jerome. Beautiful work again. I'll figure out the Paypal thing in a week or so, after I get home from work. It's sunny and warm here, too, but I'm at the office.
Thanks. I think SWMBO is going to insist that I pay you a visit. |
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Location: Bellevue, Washington | Softcover #3 arrived here in Seattle yesterday and I gotta say, this is amazing work. Jerome, thank you so very much!!!
Even SWMBO who desn't play or take interest in guitars spent a good 2 hours flipping through the book! |
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Location: Florida Central Gulf Coast | Jérôme,
Received #02 today and what a wonderful publication! I should of ordered two; one to wear out and another for an OFC time capsule.
You are truly a gracious treasure to the Ovation lovers that gather here!
Merci beaucoup!! |
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Location: Rego Park, NY, | Mine is #10. It arrived Wednesday
Mine was the record breaking delivery of 2 days from France.
I have been on vacation this week and was so surprised when it arrived.
Thank You Jerome |
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Location: California | Softcover small series for OFC members 12/15 arrived. Thanks Jerome.
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Location: Paris/France | Mine was the record breaking delivery of 2 days from France. Riccardo is still waiting for his copy.
It seems to be much longer to cross the Alps Mountains than to cross the ocean... :eek: :D
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Location: Germany, where delicious wine is growing (Rheinh) | Mine arrived (#14) on Wednesday. Thank you very much, Jerome. It's F A N T A S T I C ! ! !
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Location: Tuscany, Italy | Finally I got my copy (no.11) today !!!
What a work of art !!
Thanks Jerome :) :) :)
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Location: Paris/France | Great news Riccardo !! ;)
The package is probably not yet arrived in Australia and Korea but did you all got your copy???
J :) |
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Location: Nîmes, south of France | As a reminder for those who got no paper work, the electronic stuff is HERE :) :) |
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Location: Orlando, FL | Just got mine (lucky #7). Great work Jerome! Thanks! I'll get my paypal donation out to you.
I remember a lot of these ads, and there's a bunch I don't. It's a blast going through them all and seeing the different styles throughout the decades.
Thanks for more of your continuing hard work and devotion to all things Ovation! |
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Location: Sydney, Australia | Got mine the other day. Wonderful! Even SWMBO was impressed. Donation on the way as soon as the final payment page from your website loads - I think the book is travelling faster than the electrons. |
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Location: Seoul, Korea | Jerome, I received my copy (#19) today. Wow, it is a work of art and great job of putting this together. I got my wish of receiving the #19 because 19 is a favorite number in our family. My wife and my two sons are all born on the 19th. So double thanks, mon frère d'Ovation! Simon |
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Location: Tidal Mudflats of Virginia | Jerome, simply beautiful!!
Just got back home after a couple weeks of traveling. #5 was waiting for me, as always WOW!
Thank you my friend :)
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Location: Texas | Number 23 has arrived in Texas…
Excellent job Jérôme! Thanks so much…
AND thank you for generously sharing your hard work, your collection, and your passion for all things Ovation with us.
Now, please check your PM's… ;)
Thanks Again! |
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Location: Northeast Ohio | Hi Jerome, please check your PM.. Thanks, James |
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Location: Nova Scotia, Canada | I just received #20 today...a first class job as always, Jerome!
Merci! |
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Location: Paris/France | Hello,
THE LAST COPY IS NOW ON EBAY
I hope to get as much money as possible. ;)
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