Ovation
USA, est. 1966 · 99 products across 3 categories
About Ovation
Ovation guitars, instantly recognizable for their distinctive roundback design, emerged in the mid-1960s as a radical departure from traditional acoustic instrument construction. Founded on principles of aerospace engineering and a desire to enhance acoustic projection and comfort, Ovation quickly gained a following among performers seeking a louder, more resonant sound. While initially controversial, the brand’s innovative approach has secured its place in music history.
- • Excellent projection and volume for acoustic performance
- • Ergonomic roundback design offers player comfort
- • Durable construction suitable for stage use
- • Unique aesthetic sets Ovation apart from competitors
- • Roundback design can be polarizing aesthetically
- • Traditionalists may find the tone less 'acoustic'
- • Can feel less resonant than a traditional flat-top
- • Historically perceived as lacking vintage appeal
Ovation Products
Ovation Celebrity Elite CE44-1-G
Roundback Acoustic Guitars
Ovation Ultra 1526PBM-G Pitch Black
Roundback Acoustic Guitars
Ovation Ultra 1526VRM-G Vampira Red
Roundback Acoustic Guitars
Frequently Asked Questions About Ovation
Currently, Ovation instruments are primarily manufactured in Indonesia, with some higher-end models featuring USA-made components or being fully built in the USA.
Yes, Ovation guitars generally possess a brighter, more articulate tone compared to many traditional acoustic guitars, which is often attributed to their body shape and bracing patterns.
The Lyrachord is Ovation’s proprietary multi-system pickup system, designed to provide a balanced and amplified acoustic guitar tone with enhanced feedback rejection.
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