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Joined: October 2019 Posts: 3
| Hi, Im steve, and
I haven't had an ovation since iwas at Berklee School of Music in .....1973!
I had a Glenn Campbell, mid or shallow bowl.
I would like an Ovation again.
I have found some sites with old catalogs and descriptions, model #s, prices.
But, I'm overwhelmed.
I don't want an entry level, but rather a nice one, even if older.
I play blues, rock, jazz, bossa, some grass. Mostly a martin guy.
I do gig. well...used to.
I think I want a round hold, simply so the inside can be accessed if work needs to be done.
I understand the Adamas are superb, but nearly impossible to repair, short of a master shop and luthier.
I am asking for either some simple guidelines as to how to chose. I assume not Applause or Celebrity lines.
I understand that typically the collectors models had top design and features for any given years they were offered.
I simply need an overview as to how to determine what level of quality im looking at , used.
would appreciate any cautions , aside from obvious crack or top separations to be aware of.
I assume, price is not necessarily a reliable indicator...?
I like the custom legend. I really like the 1987-4.
perhaps theres a link or FAQ on how the numbers work?
Thanks, looking forward to joining the club soon. |
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Joined: October 2019 Posts: 3
| btw , did find the FAQ, models and numbering, but need to have an idea of how to determine where something fits in the Ovation pecking order.
I have also read the "Ovation Guitars" in hopes of getting some of the info I seek, not a lot of help, but very interesting. |
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Joined: September 2006 Posts: 10777
Location: Keepin' It Weird in Portland, OR | Hi Steve.
Only you can decide which Ovation is for you.
Here is some more fuel for the fire
http://www.ovationtribute.com/index.php
Once you decide which model you like, then you can search for what is available.
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Joined: October 2019 Posts: 3
| Thanks.
Visuals on the link are helpful. |
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Joined: September 2006 Posts: 10777
Location: Keepin' It Weird in Portland, OR | Steve, You have been upgraded to a Member.
You may not post elsewhere in the site.
Only a few people can respond in the Welcome Center.
You will get more responses in General Posting or maybe the For Sale section.
Good Luck in your search.
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Joined: May 2006 Posts: 4221
Location: Steeler Nation, Hudson Valley Contingent | I think OMA meant to say you may "now" post. Welcome aboard! |
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Joined: September 2006 Posts: 10777
Location: Keepin' It Weird in Portland, OR | Old Man Arthur - 2020-05-12 4:34 PM
Steve, You have been upgraded to a Member.
You may NOW post elsewhere in the site.
Only a few people can respond in the Welcome Center.
You will get more responses in General Posting or maybe the For Sale section.
Good Luck in your search.
There... I fixed it.
Sorry if there was any confusion. |
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