Ovation Ultra 1516SSM-G Silver Shadow
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Ovation
Ultra 1516SSM-G Silver Shadow
Product Info
Article Number:
559080
Brand:
Ovation
Model:
Ultra 1516SSM-G Silver Shadow
Category:
Roundback Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$691.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Ultra 1516SSM-G is a solid choice for players wanting that classic Ovation roundback vibe with modern amplification. The thermo-treated spruce top gives it a surprisingly balanced sound, and the K-21CT preamp is genuinely useful. It’s a great option for singer-songwriters or anyone needing a stage-ready acoustic with a distinctive look.
Product Description
- Ovation Ultra 1516SSM-G Silver Shadow
- Acoustic Guitar with Pickup
- Pro Series Ultra Mid-Depth Non-Cutaway
- Mid-Depth Body: Lyrachord
- Top: Solid thermo-treated spruce
- Scalloped X-Bracing
- Two-piece neck: Khaya
- Fingerboard: indian laurel
- Fingerboard inlay: "Fleur de nuit" at the 12th fret
- Nut width: 42.8 mm
- Scale length: 642 mm
- 20 Frets
- Pickup: OCP-2000
- Preamp: K-21CT with tuner
- Rosette: "Fleur de nuit"
- Bridge: Indian laurel
- Oil encapsulated Ovation machine heads with ABS buttons
- UV lacquer finish with metallic effect
- Colour: Silver Shadow
- Includes softcase
PROS
- • Solid thermo-spruce top delivers a surprisingly warm, responsive acoustic tone.
- • Lyrachord back provides distinctive projection and a unique aesthetic.
- • OCP-2000 pickup system offers clean amplified sound with integrated tuner.
- • Khaya neck provides stability and a comfortable, familiar feel for many players.
CONS
- • Roundback design isn't ideal for lap playing or certain recording scenarios.
- • Metallic UV lacquer finish can be prone to fingerprints and smudging.
- • The 'Fleur de nuit' inlays, while visually striking, are a matter of personal taste.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Thermo-Treated Spruce
Back & Sides
Lyrachord
Neck Material
Khaya
Fingerboard
Indian Laurel
Scale Length
642 mm
Frets
20
Electronics
OCP-2000 Pickup, K-21CT Preamp with Tuner
Weight
6.8 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Lyrachord provides a more focused and projected sound, with a slightly less 'woody' resonance than a traditional wood back; it's designed to enhance clarity and volume.
The K-21CT is relatively straightforward with basic controls for volume, bass, mid, treble, and a built-in tuner; it's designed for quick adjustments without a huge learning curve.
The Khaya neck profile is generally a medium-C shape, offering a comfortable feel that sits somewhere between the slimmer profiles often found on Taylor guitars and the more substantial feel of many Martins.
