Takamine LTD 2001 & Ovation 2001-FR Review – Guitarist Magazine

A review article from Guitarist Magazine (June 2001) comparing two limited edition electro-acoustic guitars: the Takamine LTD 2001 (£1,259) and the Ovation 2001-FR (£1,999). The Takamine features a dolphin-themed laser-cut inlay design with a solid spruce top, while the Ovation showcases a rare coast redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) top with exotic koa-style figured back and sides. The Takamine received a four-star Guitarist rating while the Ovation received three stars, with reviewers praising Takamine's playability and inlay work but critiquing the Ovation's acoustic tone and value for money.