Collector's Models (2007 Shown)
• Solid Bear Claw Spruce top w/Vintage Natural Finish
• LX Scalloped Bracing
• Lyrachord GS Deep Contour Body
• Inlaid Spaulted Maple Epaulet
• 5-Piece Mahogany/Maple Neck
• Advanced Neck System with 2-Way
Adjustment Rod
• Ebony fingerboard w/Flamed Maple Inlays
• Ovation Original Patented Pickup
• Ovation VIP-5 Virtual Imaging Preamp
Built-in Electronics
The Ovation Pickup System
Ovation is
the
pioneer in the development of the "acoustic-
electric" guitar. Key to the development of amplified acoustic
guitars was the patented Ovation piezo (pronounced
pE-A'-zO)
pickup. Six piezo-crystal elements located under the specially
designed, intonation-corrected saddle, respond to the pressure
changes caused by the vibrating strings
and
the top. These
changes generate a robust electric signal that is amplified and
enhanced by user-controlled preamp packages.
The original design of this pickup is still used in most Ovation
guitars, resulting in that classic, rich Ovation sound. However,
for those players who desire a more traditional look for their
instruments, the Ovation Thin Line piezo saddle pickup, based
on the original Ovation design, is available on certain models
and provides similar performance with looks that will please.
Ovation Built-in Preamps
Ovation is proud to offer one of the widest ranges of cutting-
edge guitar electronics available from any manufacturer.
All Ovation preamps offer killer specs and features that will
take your playing to the next level. At Ovation, we keep the
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electronics interface simple and easy-to-use with features
that continue to set the trends in guitar electronics.
All of our electronics packages feature preamps that allow
the user control of key elements of the guitar's electrical
output that provide the most useful and expressive amplified
sound possible. Most of our preamps feature volume control,
equalization, as well as a built-in tuner. Other features such
as notch filters to prevent feedback, shaping filters for that
classic Ovation sound, and built in effects like exciters and
limiters are available on certain models. Our latest offerings
include remarkably user-friendly digital preamps that deliver
the most realistic acoustic sounds available.
Ovations feature professional output interface options like
low-impedance, balanced XLR outputs that allow connections
to extend hundreds of feet without signal degradation as well
as the conventional 1/4" guitar connection. Some models are
phantom powerable for optimum performance without ever
changing batteries. See your Ovation dealer to learn more.
There are no user-seviceable parts in the pickup or preamp
system. Though unlikely, if you do experience a problem,
please contact Ovation Customer Service for help.
All Ovation guitars come with a separate user guide for the preamp
system installed in your model. Please refer to these guides for
detailed information about preamp use and battery replacement.
For an overview of Ovation's preamp offering see below.
Built-in Tuner
Virtual Image Processor
3-Band EQ
Pickup/Image Blend
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Built-in Tuner
Compressor/Limiter
Fundamental Frequency
Exciter
3-Band EQ
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VIP-5
OP-Pro/Studio
