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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Jeff, when it comes back and you open the case, that new guitar smell will rise up and put a big smile on your face. The mothership just does incredible work. |
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Location: Wooster, Ohio | Can someone comment on the sound of the 87 collectors vs the 1537.
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Location: Parrish, FL | That would be our favorite PI. Oh Moody.... |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Steve, do a search. If my memory is correct, which it isn't, Moody first said he though the 87 sounded better, then he waffled a little. I think he was afraid he'd get kicked out of the prestigious 1537 lover's club. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | I have both and they are very close soundwise. Probably wouldn't get much argument if I were to say that the '87 collectors is a 1547 (cutaway of 1537) with more bling.
They currently have different type strings right now, otherwise I would do a fresh comparison. |
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Location: SoCal | S28's assessment is pretty well spot on. My 87 seems to have a little more bass, and it could be from the fewer treble side sound holes, or just from the top, or just from the amount of contact with the neck on the top on both guitars.
But they are very similar and both very wonderful. |
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Location: SoCal | Stephen said "The new electronics (which I assume were the newer reissued version) sounds absolutely devastating....much better than the old ones on my 2-1537s (at least to my ears)!"
I have a few with the old (Adamas and 1537)as well as the Adamas I reissue - I agree; also, the pre-amp (stacked vol/tone) on the Lennon reissue is stronger than the original. Don't believe is that it is just because it is newer.
Might not be a bad idea for some to install the new version. |
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Location: Carle Place, NY | Two weeks ago I sent my 1619 CL back to the factory for repair/refinishing of the top, fret work, set-up and installation of an OP-PRO with XLR. $675 with shipping.
Even though the Lennon and Adamas re-issues have newer electronics than the original models, they're still FET based and cannot sound as good as the OP-PRO or OP-50. To me replacing the two-knobber on a 1537/1547 with an OP-PRO makes more sense logically, but I could understand going for the newer version of the FET to keep the guitar as original in appearance as possible.
I'll post the pics of my 1619 when I get it back. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | To me, the older electronics sound warmer and more natural...but I definately miss not having an onboard turner. |
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Location: Parrish, FL | Drop me a line if you have any interest. Let's talk. I'd like to move this to make room for a new addition. If timing is an issue, we can work something out. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Are you trying to drag this back to the original topic of you wanting to sell a guitar? :D |
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Location: Orange County, California | Originally posted by BluesSailor:
If timing is an issue, we can work something out. If by "timing" you mean oppressive debt load, and the lack of skill (patience) at delaying gratification long to save up for things like this, Yup, that's what's going on. If by "work something out" you mean you're blood type AB- and need a kidney, I'm your guy... :p :D :p :D |
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Location: Parrish, FL | mtnbikerfred,
Sorry, I'm type 'O' and have functional kidneys. just my luck. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I've been talking about this to a guy in the office who loves my 1537. He was interested when Stephen was selling it and was trying to buy the one that Stephen bought for $150. His wife is finishing her degree etc., etc., (but he just spent a bunch of money on an xbox). I'll try to get him to get in touch with you, Blues. |
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Location: Los Angeles, CA | Originally posted by BluesSailor:
I prefer to play the Adamas. The neck shape fits my hand better.
Can you elaborate on the difference in the neck shape between the Adamas and the 1537? |
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Location: Parrish, FL | On my two guitars, the 1537 is not as full as the Adamas. The Adamas has what I've heard reffered to as a deep 'V' profile, the 1537, a 'soft' V. Anyone else who cares to chime in here, please help this discussion. I don't know for sure, but wasn't the Adamas offered with different neck profiles? I think all the 1537 neck profiles are the same.
The Adamas is a hand rubbed satin finish and the 1537 is a gloss varnish.
Comes down to personal preference. I like the satin finish. I have long fingers and the fuller neck seems to provide more support and less cramping. All this is subjective and probably has as much to do with technique as anything.
Both play wonderfully. My intent was to buy and play a Adamas flavor for awhile, then sell it and try another flavor. I had no intentions of letting the 1537 out of my grasp. But then I strayed and tasted the forbidden fruit....
For me the Adamas was a perfect fit from first strum and run up the neck. |
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Location: Parrish, FL | Somebody buy this so that I can go hunting UTE's |
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Location: Midland, MI | I initially parsed that as UTI's. :eek: |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Blues, the guy down the hall isn't going to bite. He's not even working today. (I know, neither am I, but I'm here.) Don't hope to be hearing from me, but save a Ute for me. |
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Location: Wooster, Ohio | You guys with the 1537 and 87 collectors. What strings do feel work best on them?
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Bruce (Noah) can you answer this question? Mine still has the D'Addarios that were on there when I bought it from Bruce. They seem very light, but I don't know if they are lighter than the 12s that I use on my others. Plenty of volume from a light gauge string, but would probably be a little too light if I did much strumming. |
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Location: SoCal | Mark, Your 1537 had 10s, the one I kept has 12s. I think my '87 ended up with a set of Adamas 1818s from Music123's 99 cent sale.
Steve, Search the General Posts, you'll find quite a lot of opinions. Moody has done some string-searching on his 1537 and '87. Check out his reports. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | That explains why mine plays like an electric. I get a little fret buzz, but it booms even with the light strings. |
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Location: Parrish, FL | I'm playing 1818's as well. I like them for most of what I do. I'm considering something a tad heavier the next time around to see if that helps the occasional buzz. |
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Location: Parrish, FL | Well, you guys have forced me into desperate measures. Because of your lack of interest in this wonderful instrument, I have been forced to donate it to a worthy cause. So tomorrow I’m sending it off to ‘Unwanted Guitars of America’. This fine organization is dedicated to finding good homes for unappreciated guitars, especially Ovations. (Seems they get a lot of those) They research prospective recipients to make sure these guitars will be given a good home and will be loved as they are meant to be. As I understand it, association with llamas is a good thing. Go figure! Anyway that is the bad news.
Now the Good News. I have just been notified by the UGA that I’m at the top of their list to receive the next guitar taken it! Can you believe it! Me, a person couldn’t win a nickel in a 10 cent game, has been chosen to receive one of the most sought after Ovation guitars made. I just don’t know what to say. So I want to take this opportunity to thank all of you for my new guitar. It couldn’t have happened without you. You guys are great. It’s a beauty! Minimal fretware, no finish cracks, aged to a beautiful golden hue, and a wonderful sound that is to die for.
Thanks again.
Edit: Just found out that I get to pick it up in person, so I get to save on shipping to boot. Man it keeps on getting better. Boy, I hope I never wake up! |
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1537 For Sale
