Ovation Elite B778TX-5-G
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Ovation
Elite B778TX-5-G
Product Info
Article Number:
610605
Brand:
Ovation
Model:
Elite B778TX-5-G
Category:
4-String Acoustic Basses
Price:
$1,043.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Elite B778TX-5-G is a serious contender for acoustic bass players needing amplified versatility. The Lyrachord body provides surprising volume and a unique soundstage, while the pickup system is surprisingly clean and usable. It’s a great choice for singer-songwriters, folk artists, or anyone wanting a full, acoustic bass tone on stage.
Product Description
- Ovation Elite B778TX-5-G
- Acoustic Bass with Pickup
- Type: Mid-depth Lyrachord GS body with cutaway
- X-Scalloped bracing
- Top: Solid A-grade Sitka spruce
- Neck: Maple
- Fingerboard and bridge: Pau Ferro
- Neck profile: Flat
- Multi soundholes (bass side)
- Scale: 864 mm
- Nut width: 42.8 mm
- 22 frets
- Pau Ferro bridge
- Ovation machine heads with enclosed oil lubrication
- Pickup: OCP-1K with OP-Pro preamp with tuner
- Colour: Mid Depth Black Textured
PROS
- • Solid Sitka spruce top delivers a clear, resonant acoustic tone.
- • Lyrachord body offers excellent projection and a unique aesthetic.
- • OCP-1K pickup & OP-Pro preamp provide a versatile amplified sound with built-in tuner.
- • Flat neck profile enhances playability, especially for players accustomed to electric basses.
CONS
- • The extended scale length (864mm) may feel unwieldy for some bassists.
- • The textured black finish can be prone to fingerprints and smudges.
- • While versatile, it’s not a substitute for a traditional electric bass in high-gain scenarios.
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Key Features
Top Wood
Solid A-grade Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides
Lyrachord GS
Neck Material
Maple
Pickups
OCP-1K with OP-Pro Preamp
Scale Length
864 mm
Frets
22
Strings
Nickel-plated steel (likely .045-.105 gauge)
Weight
11.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Lyrachord offers a more focused and slightly brighter acoustic tone, emphasizing clarity and projection; it's less warm and resonant than a purely wooden construction.
Yes, the OP-Pro provides adjustable EQ controls (bass, mid, treble) and a phase switch, allowing for a good degree of customization to suit various PA systems.
The string tension will be noticeably higher due to the longer scale, which can result in a tighter feel and slightly brighter tone, requiring a bit of adjustment for some players.
