Ovation Custom Balladeer 2762BL-5-G

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Ovation Custom Balladeer 2762BL-5-G

Ovation

Custom Balladeer 2762BL-5-G

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 611847
Brand: Ovation
Model: Custom Balladeer 2762BL-5-G
Price: $1,923.90

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The Custom Balladeer 2762BL-5-G is a beautifully crafted instrument—the Lyrachord bowl back really throws sound, making it perfect for singer-songwriters or performers needing projection. The solid top and ebony fingerboard combine for a really responsive feel, and the onboard electronics are surprisingly good for stage work. It's a real step up from a basic acoustic, but the unique design isn’t for everyone.

Product Description

  • Ovation Custom Balladeer 2762BL-5-G
  • Steel-String Guitar with Pickup
  • With cutaway
  • Body: Lyrachord GS Deep Bowl
  • Optimised X-Scalloped Bracing
  • Top: Solid AAA Stika spruce
  • Five-piece neck: Mahogany / maple
  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • Abalone Dot and Diamond fingerboard inlays
  • Cream-coloured binding with abalone inlays
  • Abalone Oak Leaf Rosette
  • Scale: 643 mm
  • Nut width: 42.8 mm
  • 20 Frets
  • Pickup: OCP-1K with OP-Pro preamp and integrated tuner
  • Ebony bridge
  • Oil-encapsulated Ovation machine heads
  • Chrome hardware
  • Colour: Black
  • Includes Ovation soft case
  • Made in USA
PROS
  • • Lyrachord bowl back projects sound exceptionally well, filling a room.
  • • Solid Stika spruce top provides a balanced, articulate acoustic tone.
  • • OCP-1K pickup and OP-Pro preamp deliver a clean, usable amplified signal.
  • • Ebony fingerboard offers a smooth, fast playing experience and excellent clarity.
CONS
  • • Roundback design isn't ideal for traditional lap-style playing or recording.
  • • Custom Balladeer price point puts it in a premium-priced category.
  • • The deep bowl can feel a bit bulky and less comfortable for some players.

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Key Features

Top Wood Solid AAA Stika Spruce
Back & Sides Lyrachord GS Deep Bowl
Neck Material Mahogany/Maple (Five-Piece)
Fingerboard Ebony
Scale Length 643 mm
Frets 20
Electronics OCP-1K Pickup with OP-Pro Preamp and Integrated Tuner
Weight Approximately 6.8 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The bowl back enhances projection but can slightly dampen sustain compared to a flat-top; it prioritizes volume over extended resonance.
The neck is moderately slim, but the 42.8 mm nut width offers a little more room than some Ovations, making it generally comfortable for most hand sizes.
The integrated tuner is accurate and discreet, but it's best to double-check with an external tuner for critical tuning before a performance.

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