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Location: SoCal | For Sale, also listed on my Facebook page (Anthony Calman) . John Lennon was born October 9, 1940. Little known fact is the Beatles' use of Ovations. John Lennon used a Legend Ltd and is pictured on the cover of the Acoustic Album (2004). Paul's Custom Legend was a gift from Linda. In 2005, Ovation made 100 reissues of the 'John Lennon' model for the Japanese market. One was held back that was not an FRG (factory recondition guitar, usually as a minor imperfection that needed to be addressed). THIS IS THE ONLY ONE (only used for a couple of hours by Ovation to demonstrate several amplifiers).
A great statement by David Witko (on Ovation Gallery):
In December of 2005 Ovation built a limited run of 100 guitars to commemorate the 25th anniversary of John Lennon's passing (December 8, 1980). This special guitar is a re-issue of the Legend Limited model 1651-7 that John played on several recording sessions and is featured in several widely published photographs from the late 70's. The run of 100 guitars was specifically produced for export to Asia, but a handful found their way into US homes. The 1651-7 is basically a standard issue Legend, with a beautiful nutmeg finish, gold Schaller hardware and the stacked V/T FET-3 pre-amp. The re-issue features Ovations new LX neck with dual action truss rod and the new GS microsphere bowl. This guitar plays wonderfully, especially on Lennon or Beatle tunes. The scarcity of this reissue coupled with the "legend" that it honors makes it a truly collectable instrument.
Legend Limited Histrical Re-Issue, MODEL:1651-7, FINISH: Nutmeg Gloss, TOP: Sitka Spruce AAA, BRACING: Ovation A, BODY: Deep Bowl, Non-Cutaway, SCALE LENGTH: 25 ¼”, FRET INLAY: 15 Pearl, NUTWIDTH: 1 11/16”, SOUNDPORT: Center Sound Hole, ROSETTE: Original Style, Pearloid Inlay,NECK: Mahogany / Maple 5 peace, NECK FINISH: Natural Gloss, FINGERBOARD: Deluxe grade Ebony, INLAYS: Original Legend Type Pearloid Inlay, BRIDGE: Walnut, MACHINE KEYS: Schaller Gold Ovation, PICKUP: OCP-1 Original Patented Pickup, ELECTRONICS: FET-3 Stereo Preamplifier
Although I purchased this on 11/29/05, there are no issues (no fret wear, chips, cracks, etc.) It is as-new and comes with a 9158-0 as-new case. Price: $1,250, buyer responsible for shipping and insurance cost. Sale may be available outside of the U.S. depending on the country with the buyer responsible for all customs and duty costs. This will not be shipped as 'a gift'. Correspond to ImpCal01 'at' aol for any questions. Photos are available.
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Location: Central Massachusetts | A great guitar for a great price! Six months ago I would have jumped at this. Alas, times have changed so I will have to pass.
Best of luck with the sale! | |
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Location: Moscow, Russia | Tony, I've sent a PM...
Best, | |
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Location: SoCal | Sale Pending | |
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Location: Munich, Germany | One of the best woodtop Ovations ever. I'd never let my JL3 go.
Very good deal!!!
Best regards,
Kurt | |
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Location: SoCal | A braced, deep bowl Legends are just wonderful...... | |
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