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1271 Custom Viper

Model #1271 · Family: 1271

Viper Electric Series 6-string Steel Solid Body Cutaway 1978-1983

2 pickups

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1977 August Ovation US Price List 01 Catalogs

1977 Ovation US Price List August 1977

1977

4 pages
1977 Ovation US Price List August 1977
1977 · US

1977 Ovation US Price List August 1977

Year: 1977

Comprehensive Ovation U.S.A. Price List with suggested list prices effective August 1, 1977. Covers the full Ovation product line: Acoustic Guitars, Acoustic/Electric Guitars (including the new Adamas series at $2,200-$2,350), Solid Body Guitars (Breadwinner, Deacon, Viper, Preacher), Solid Body Basses (Magnum 1 and 2), Matrix by Ovation, Cases, Strings, and Accessories. Published by Ovation Instruments Inc., New Hartford, CT 06057, a Kaman Company.

1983 Ovation German Newsletter 01 Catalogs

1983 Ovation # 1 German Newsletter

1983

24 pages
1983 Ovation # 1 German Newsletter
1983 · Germany

1983 Ovation # 1 German Newsletter

Year: 1983

1983 German-language Ovation newsletter featuring the complete product lineup including Adamas, Elite (new for 1983), Balladeer, Legend, Custom Legend, Anniversary, Classic, Cutaway, and Solid-Body series. Includes Nancy Wilson interview, Sigi Schwab Ovation Prize feature, Tech Talk on the Kaman Bar, endorsee news, J.H. Rickard column on bracing, and Kaman Musical Strings catalog. Distributed by Musik Meyer GmbH, Marburg. Priced at 3 DM.

1984 German Price List 1 Catalogs

Ovation 1984 German Price List

1984

4 pages
Ovation 1984 German Price List
1984 · Germany

Ovation 1984 German Price List

Year: 1984

This is a 4-page German-language wholesale (Brutto) price list dated 2/84 (second edition 1984) covering the full Ovation guitar lineup distributed in Germany. The catalog includes Applause, Ultra, Ovation electro-acoustic western and nylon string models, Adamas and Super Adamas series, Cutaway models, Ovation electric guitars (E-Gitarren) and basses, along with cases and strings. Prices are listed in Deutsche Mark and the document notes left-handed models, available colors, and electronics configurations.

Late 70 Ovation UK Catalog 1 Catalogs

Ovation Guitars Complete Product Catalog - Acoustic, Electric, and Bass Models

1978

12 pages
Ovation Guitars Complete Product Catalog - Acoustic, Electric, and Bass Models
1978 · UK

Ovation Guitars Complete Product Catalog - Acoustic, Electric, and Bass Models

Year: 1978

This comprehensive Ovation catalog showcases their full range of guitars including acoustic models with the distinctive Lyrachord bowl, the innovative Matrix series with aluminum frames, the high-end Adamas line, electric solid body guitars (Breadwinner, Deacon, Preacher, Viper series), and Magnum bass models. The catalog also features extensive accessories including picks, straps, cases, stands, and the complete specifications for each model with detailed construction information.

105755 12 13 1979 01 Catalogs

Ovation Instruments Inc. Invoice and Shipment Document - Des Moines Music House

1979

3 pages
Ovation Instruments Inc. Invoice and Shipment Document - Des Moines Music House
1979 · US

Ovation Instruments Inc. Invoice and Shipment Document - Des Moines Music House

Year: 1979

This is a three-page commercial invoice and shipment document from Ovation Instruments Inc. (a Kaman Company) dated December 13, 1979, billing Des Moines Music House in Des Moines, Iowa. The order includes one Elec Viper White guitar (Cat. No. 1271-6) at $175.75 and one Ovation Hardshell Case for Viper & Preacher (Cat. No. 9122-0) at $57.50, with a total of $239.98 including a $6.73 delivery charge. The document set includes the original customer invoice, a remittance copy, and a shipment/packing slip, all referencing Sales Order No. XB1475 and shipped via UPS on December 12, 1979.

Solid Bodies Japanese Catalog 1 Catalogs

Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitar and Bass Catalog - Japanese Edition

1979

20 pages
Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitar and Bass Catalog - Japanese Edition
1979 · Japan

Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitar and Bass Catalog - Japanese Edition

Year: 1979

This is a Japanese-language catalog showcasing Ovation's solid body electric guitar and bass lineup. The catalog features detailed specifications, control systems, and finish options for models including the Preacher series, Deacon series, Viper series, UK II, and Magnum bass series. Each instrument is presented with futuristic space-themed photography and comprehensive technical details including pickup configurations, active/passive electronics, and hardware specifications.

70 80 Ovation Electrics Models Catalog 01 Catalogs

Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitars Catalog

1981

9 pages
Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitars Catalog
1981 · US

Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitars Catalog

Year: 1981

Product catalog showcasing Ovation's complete solid body electric guitar and bass lineup including the Viper, Preacher, Preacher Deluxe (6 and 12-string), U.K.II, and Magnum 3 and 4 basses. Features detailed specifications, model numbers, color options, and a free Graham Russell/Air Supply poster promotion. Published by Ovation Instruments, Inc. (a Kaman Company) in Bloomfield, Connecticut.

Viper Preacher 1 Catalogs

Ovation Viper and Preacher Electric Guitars Introduction Brochure

~1975

6 pages
Ovation Viper and Preacher Electric Guitars Introduction Brochure
~1975 · US

Ovation Viper and Preacher Electric Guitars Introduction Brochure

Year: 1975

This brochure introduces two new solid body electric guitar models from Ovation: the Viper and the Preacher. Both guitars feature innovative pickup designs and represent Ovation's entry into solid body electrics, departing from their traditional acoustic designs. The Viper includes specially designed high-output pickups with extra windings, while the Preacher features double-coil humbucking pickups that are 20db quieter than traditional humbuckers. Thanks a lot Karl for these pictures

Viper Registration Card 1 Catalogs

Ovation Viper Electric Guitar Product Brochure

1975

10 pages
Ovation Viper Electric Guitar Product Brochure
1975 · US

Ovation Viper Electric Guitar Product Brochure

Year: 1975

This is a product brochure from Ovation Instruments Inc. for their Viper solid body electric guitar, featuring the tagline 'Yesterday's sound made better.' The document includes a full list of 20 technical specifications, a labeled diagram of the guitar, the Viper's product story, warranty information, service contact details, and a registration card. The brochure emphasizes the guitar's upgraded features including Schaller machine heads, alnico pickups, solid brass saddles, and an alder body with single cutaway.

Ovation Viper Manual 01 Catalogs

Ovation Viper Guitars Owner's Manual

1994

6 pages
Ovation Viper Guitars Owner's Manual
1994 · US

Ovation Viper Guitars Owner's Manual

Year: 1994

Owner's manual for the Ovation Viper guitar series, published May 1994 by Ovation Instruments (Division of Kaman Music Corporation) in New Hartford, CT. Covers care and maintenance, string recommendations (Adamas and Omega by Kaman), bridge design, neck and truss rod adjustment procedures, battery replacement, and sample EQ settings for Jazz, New Country, Traditional Country, and Ovation tones. Document number 990148-A. Many thanks to Riccardo Bucci from Italy for this nice doc

Viper 1271 Owner's Manual 1 Catalogs

Ovation Viper Solid Body Guitar Owner's Manual

~1974

14 pages
Ovation Viper Solid Body Guitar Owner's Manual
~1974 · US

Ovation Viper Solid Body Guitar Owner's Manual

Year: 1974

This is the official owner's manual for the Ovation Viper solid body electric guitar, manufactured by Ovation Instruments Inc. of New Hartford, CT, a Kaman Company. The manual covers all aspects of the guitar including features, electronics, pickups, tuning, maintenance, string replacement, neck construction, tension rod adjustment, and warranty information. It includes detailed diagrams, wiring schematics, and specifications for the Viper's components such as its one-piece rock maple neck, single coil pickups with alnico magnets, and six individually adjustable solid brass saddles.

1271 Viper Catalogs

Ovation 1271 Viper Electric Guitar Parts Manual with Exploded Diagrams and Parts List

~1980

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Ovation 1271 Viper Electric Guitar Parts Manual with Exploded Diagrams and Parts List
~1980 · US

Ovation 1271 Viper Electric Guitar Parts Manual with Exploded Diagrams and Parts List

Year: 1980

This is an official Ovation Instruments, Inc. parts and service document for the model 1271 Viper solid-body electric guitar, covering all components organized by category: Neck, Body, Tailpiece, and Pickguard. The document includes exploded-view diagrams and detailed parts lists with part numbers and descriptions for every component, including pickup and tailpiece assemblies. It serves as a comprehensive reference for repair, replacement, and assembly of the Ovation Viper guitar.

1977 Ovation Electric UK Ad 01 Catalogs

Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitars - Rose-Morris UK Advertisement (1977)

1977

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Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitars - Rose-Morris UK Advertisement (1977)
1977 · UK

Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitars - Rose-Morris UK Advertisement (1977)

Year: 1977

A two-page UK advertisement for Ovation solid body electric guitars, distributed by Rose-Morris & Co. Ltd. of London, featuring four models: the Breadwinner, Deacon, Viper, and Preacher. The ad copy, headlined 'How Ovation took a hint from the 50's,' describes each model's features including FET pre-amps, Schaller Machine Heads, bronze bridges, and fully adjustable detachable necks. A mail-in coupon addressed to Rose-Morris in London NW5 and the date code 'IM 977' suggest publication in 1977.

Viper Electric Promo Catalogs

Ovation Viper 'The Hotter the Better' Single Page Advertisement

1978

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Ovation Viper 'The Hotter the Better' Single Page Advertisement
1978 · US

Ovation Viper 'The Hotter the Better' Single Page Advertisement

Year: 1978

This is a single-page print advertisement for the Ovation Viper solid body electric guitar, marketed under the slogan 'The hotter the better.' The ad emphasizes the guitar's factory-installed hot single coil pickups, featuring six alnico magnets and 30% more windings than standard pickups, along with a patented split casing for noise reduction. Additional features highlighted include a rock maple neck, 25.5-inch scale length, and six individually adjustable solid brass saddles. The ad is published by Ovation Instruments Inc., a Kaman Company, based in Bloomfield, Connecticut.

1978 Ovation Viper Japan Ad Catalogs

Ovation Viper Electric Guitar Japanese Advertisement

1978

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Ovation Viper Electric Guitar Japanese Advertisement
1978 · Japan

Ovation Viper Electric Guitar Japanese Advertisement

Year: 1978

This is a single-page Japanese advertisement for the Ovation Viper electric guitar, marketed under the tagline 'Ovation Guts Sound.' The ad showcases the Viper in a sunburst finish with a maple fingerboard, listing multiple color variants (Red, Sunburst, Natural, Numeg, White) priced at ¥183,000 each. The ad is distributed by several Japanese trading companies including Arai Trading Co., Kyowa Shokai, and Nakao Trading Co.

Viper Features & Spec 1 Catalogs

Ovation Viper Electric Guitar Product Brochure

1980

2 pages
Ovation Viper Electric Guitar Product Brochure
1980 · US

Ovation Viper Electric Guitar Product Brochure

Year: 1980

Marketing brochure for the Ovation Viper electric guitar, model 1271. Features detailed specifications including the maple neck with adjustable steel truss rod, two high-output single-coil pickups, and various finish options. Emphasizes comfort, playability, and the guitar's solid construction with patented split casing technology.

70 Viper Ovation Ad Catalogs

Ovation Viper Guitar Advertisement - 'Viper's Got the Bite'

1977

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Ovation Viper Guitar Advertisement - 'Viper's Got the Bite'
1977 · US

Ovation Viper Guitar Advertisement - 'Viper's Got the Bite'

Year: 1977

This is a single-page magazine advertisement for the Ovation Viper electric guitar, featuring two models of the Viper (one red, one natural/brown finish) displayed alongside amplifiers and studio equipment. The ad highlights the guitar's solid maple neck, single cutaway body, two high-output single coil pickups with six alnico magnets, and patented split casing shield technology. Published by Ovation, a Kaman Company, located at Blue Hills Ave. Ext., Bloomfield, CT 06002.

Viper III Features & Spec 1 Catalogs

Ovation Viper III Electric Guitar Product Brochure

1980

2 pages
Ovation Viper III Electric Guitar Product Brochure
1980 · US

Ovation Viper III Electric Guitar Product Brochure

Year: 1980

This two-page brochure advertises the Ovation Viper III electric guitar, emphasizing its three-pickup configuration, rock maple neck construction, and versatile sound options. The document highlights the guitar's durability for road use, featuring detailed specifications including pickup configurations, electronics, body construction, and available finishes. The brochure targets professional recording and stage musicians seeking a reliable, high-performance electric guitar.

Guitars (7)

01 Guitars

Ovation 1271 Custom Viper

~1970

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Ovation 1271 Custom Viper
~1970

Ovation 1271 Custom Viper

Year: 1970

Many Thanks to "MWoody" (OFC Member) from USA for these nice pictures (mid/late1970's) Custom made wood pickguard with Ovation logo, wood TRC and chrome bridge. What a great job!!!!    

Patents & Innovations (1)

1 Patents

Foamed Plastic Guitar Construction

1977

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Foamed Plastic Guitar Construction
1977 · US

Foamed Plastic Guitar Construction

Year: 1977

A guitar with separate body and neck each made of a metallic frame combined with a mass of structural foamed plastic. A solid metal-to-metal joint between the two frames allows disassembly for repair or replacement. The two frames provide a continuous metallic span from the nut to the bridge to inhibit bending under string tension and reduce damping for enhanced sustain. External surfaces may be given a wood grain effect, avoiding the disadvantages of real wood such as warping, cracking, and sensitivity to temperature and humidity changes. Assigned to Kaman Aerospace Corporation. Patent granted Feb. 19, 1980; filed Nov. 29, 1977. 4 claims, 14 drawing figures.

Schematics & Diagrams (1)

Ovation Viper 1271 1273 Schematics 01 Schematics

Ovation Viper Solidbody Guitar Schematics - Models 1271 and 1273

~1970

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Ovation Viper Solidbody Guitar Schematics - Models 1271 and 1273
~1970 · US

Ovation Viper Solidbody Guitar Schematics - Models 1271 and 1273

Year: 1970

Passive pickup wiring schematics for the Ovation Viper solidbody electric guitars. Includes the 2-pickup model 1271 with 3-position selector switch and the 3-pickup model 1273 with 5-position selector switch. Both circuits use 250K tone and 500K volume potentiometers with tone capacitors in a standard passive configuration with no active electronics.

Technical Reference (1)

Showing items from all 1271 variants

Featured In (18)

1977 August Ovation US Price List 01 Catalogs

1977 Ovation US Price List August 1977

1977

4 pages
1977 Ovation US Price List August 1977
1977 · US

1977 Ovation US Price List August 1977

Year: 1977

Comprehensive Ovation U.S.A. Price List with suggested list prices effective August 1, 1977. Covers the full Ovation product line: Acoustic Guitars, Acoustic/Electric Guitars (including the new Adamas series at $2,200-$2,350), Solid Body Guitars (Breadwinner, Deacon, Viper, Preacher), Solid Body Basses (Magnum 1 and 2), Matrix by Ovation, Cases, Strings, and Accessories. Published by Ovation Instruments Inc., New Hartford, CT 06057, a Kaman Company.

1983 Ovation German Newsletter 01 Catalogs

1983 Ovation # 1 German Newsletter

1983

24 pages
1983 Ovation # 1 German Newsletter
1983 · Germany

1983 Ovation # 1 German Newsletter

Year: 1983

1983 German-language Ovation newsletter featuring the complete product lineup including Adamas, Elite (new for 1983), Balladeer, Legend, Custom Legend, Anniversary, Classic, Cutaway, and Solid-Body series. Includes Nancy Wilson interview, Sigi Schwab Ovation Prize feature, Tech Talk on the Kaman Bar, endorsee news, J.H. Rickard column on bracing, and Kaman Musical Strings catalog. Distributed by Musik Meyer GmbH, Marburg. Priced at 3 DM.

1984 German Price List 1 Catalogs

Ovation 1984 German Price List

1984

4 pages
Ovation 1984 German Price List
1984 · Germany

Ovation 1984 German Price List

Year: 1984

This is a 4-page German-language wholesale (Brutto) price list dated 2/84 (second edition 1984) covering the full Ovation guitar lineup distributed in Germany. The catalog includes Applause, Ultra, Ovation electro-acoustic western and nylon string models, Adamas and Super Adamas series, Cutaway models, Ovation electric guitars (E-Gitarren) and basses, along with cases and strings. Prices are listed in Deutsche Mark and the document notes left-handed models, available colors, and electronics configurations.

Late 70 Ovation UK Catalog 1 Catalogs

Ovation Guitars Complete Product Catalog - Acoustic, Electric, and Bass Models

1978

12 pages
Ovation Guitars Complete Product Catalog - Acoustic, Electric, and Bass Models
1978 · UK

Ovation Guitars Complete Product Catalog - Acoustic, Electric, and Bass Models

Year: 1978

This comprehensive Ovation catalog showcases their full range of guitars including acoustic models with the distinctive Lyrachord bowl, the innovative Matrix series with aluminum frames, the high-end Adamas line, electric solid body guitars (Breadwinner, Deacon, Preacher, Viper series), and Magnum bass models. The catalog also features extensive accessories including picks, straps, cases, stands, and the complete specifications for each model with detailed construction information.

105755 12 13 1979 01 Catalogs

Ovation Instruments Inc. Invoice and Shipment Document - Des Moines Music House

1979

3 pages
Ovation Instruments Inc. Invoice and Shipment Document - Des Moines Music House
1979 · US

Ovation Instruments Inc. Invoice and Shipment Document - Des Moines Music House

Year: 1979

This is a three-page commercial invoice and shipment document from Ovation Instruments Inc. (a Kaman Company) dated December 13, 1979, billing Des Moines Music House in Des Moines, Iowa. The order includes one Elec Viper White guitar (Cat. No. 1271-6) at $175.75 and one Ovation Hardshell Case for Viper & Preacher (Cat. No. 9122-0) at $57.50, with a total of $239.98 including a $6.73 delivery charge. The document set includes the original customer invoice, a remittance copy, and a shipment/packing slip, all referencing Sales Order No. XB1475 and shipped via UPS on December 12, 1979.

Solid Bodies Japanese Catalog 1 Catalogs

Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitar and Bass Catalog - Japanese Edition

1979

20 pages
Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitar and Bass Catalog - Japanese Edition
1979 · Japan

Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitar and Bass Catalog - Japanese Edition

Year: 1979

This is a Japanese-language catalog showcasing Ovation's solid body electric guitar and bass lineup. The catalog features detailed specifications, control systems, and finish options for models including the Preacher series, Deacon series, Viper series, UK II, and Magnum bass series. Each instrument is presented with futuristic space-themed photography and comprehensive technical details including pickup configurations, active/passive electronics, and hardware specifications.

70 80 Ovation Electrics Models Catalog 01 Catalogs

Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitars Catalog

1981

9 pages
Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitars Catalog
1981 · US

Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitars Catalog

Year: 1981

Product catalog showcasing Ovation's complete solid body electric guitar and bass lineup including the Viper, Preacher, Preacher Deluxe (6 and 12-string), U.K.II, and Magnum 3 and 4 basses. Features detailed specifications, model numbers, color options, and a free Graham Russell/Air Supply poster promotion. Published by Ovation Instruments, Inc. (a Kaman Company) in Bloomfield, Connecticut.

Viper Preacher 1 Catalogs

Ovation Viper and Preacher Electric Guitars Introduction Brochure

~1975

6 pages
Ovation Viper and Preacher Electric Guitars Introduction Brochure
~1975 · US

Ovation Viper and Preacher Electric Guitars Introduction Brochure

Year: 1975

This brochure introduces two new solid body electric guitar models from Ovation: the Viper and the Preacher. Both guitars feature innovative pickup designs and represent Ovation's entry into solid body electrics, departing from their traditional acoustic designs. The Viper includes specially designed high-output pickups with extra windings, while the Preacher features double-coil humbucking pickups that are 20db quieter than traditional humbuckers. Thanks a lot Karl for these pictures

Viper Registration Card 1 Catalogs

Ovation Viper Electric Guitar Product Brochure

1975

10 pages
Ovation Viper Electric Guitar Product Brochure
1975 · US

Ovation Viper Electric Guitar Product Brochure

Year: 1975

This is a product brochure from Ovation Instruments Inc. for their Viper solid body electric guitar, featuring the tagline 'Yesterday's sound made better.' The document includes a full list of 20 technical specifications, a labeled diagram of the guitar, the Viper's product story, warranty information, service contact details, and a registration card. The brochure emphasizes the guitar's upgraded features including Schaller machine heads, alnico pickups, solid brass saddles, and an alder body with single cutaway.

Ovation Viper Manual 01 Catalogs

Ovation Viper Guitars Owner's Manual

1994

6 pages
Ovation Viper Guitars Owner's Manual
1994 · US

Ovation Viper Guitars Owner's Manual

Year: 1994

Owner's manual for the Ovation Viper guitar series, published May 1994 by Ovation Instruments (Division of Kaman Music Corporation) in New Hartford, CT. Covers care and maintenance, string recommendations (Adamas and Omega by Kaman), bridge design, neck and truss rod adjustment procedures, battery replacement, and sample EQ settings for Jazz, New Country, Traditional Country, and Ovation tones. Document number 990148-A. Many thanks to Riccardo Bucci from Italy for this nice doc

Viper 1271 Owner's Manual 1 Catalogs

Ovation Viper Solid Body Guitar Owner's Manual

~1974

14 pages
Ovation Viper Solid Body Guitar Owner's Manual
~1974 · US

Ovation Viper Solid Body Guitar Owner's Manual

Year: 1974

This is the official owner's manual for the Ovation Viper solid body electric guitar, manufactured by Ovation Instruments Inc. of New Hartford, CT, a Kaman Company. The manual covers all aspects of the guitar including features, electronics, pickups, tuning, maintenance, string replacement, neck construction, tension rod adjustment, and warranty information. It includes detailed diagrams, wiring schematics, and specifications for the Viper's components such as its one-piece rock maple neck, single coil pickups with alnico magnets, and six individually adjustable solid brass saddles.

1271 Viper Catalogs

Ovation 1271 Viper Electric Guitar Parts Manual with Exploded Diagrams and Parts List

~1980

View details →
Ovation 1271 Viper Electric Guitar Parts Manual with Exploded Diagrams and Parts List
~1980 · US

Ovation 1271 Viper Electric Guitar Parts Manual with Exploded Diagrams and Parts List

Year: 1980

This is an official Ovation Instruments, Inc. parts and service document for the model 1271 Viper solid-body electric guitar, covering all components organized by category: Neck, Body, Tailpiece, and Pickguard. The document includes exploded-view diagrams and detailed parts lists with part numbers and descriptions for every component, including pickup and tailpiece assemblies. It serves as a comprehensive reference for repair, replacement, and assembly of the Ovation Viper guitar.

1977 Ovation Electric UK Ad 01 Catalogs

Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitars - Rose-Morris UK Advertisement (1977)

1977

View details →
Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitars - Rose-Morris UK Advertisement (1977)
1977 · UK

Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitars - Rose-Morris UK Advertisement (1977)

Year: 1977

A two-page UK advertisement for Ovation solid body electric guitars, distributed by Rose-Morris & Co. Ltd. of London, featuring four models: the Breadwinner, Deacon, Viper, and Preacher. The ad copy, headlined 'How Ovation took a hint from the 50's,' describes each model's features including FET pre-amps, Schaller Machine Heads, bronze bridges, and fully adjustable detachable necks. A mail-in coupon addressed to Rose-Morris in London NW5 and the date code 'IM 977' suggest publication in 1977.

Viper Electric Promo Catalogs

Ovation Viper 'The Hotter the Better' Single Page Advertisement

1978

View details →
Ovation Viper 'The Hotter the Better' Single Page Advertisement
1978 · US

Ovation Viper 'The Hotter the Better' Single Page Advertisement

Year: 1978

This is a single-page print advertisement for the Ovation Viper solid body electric guitar, marketed under the slogan 'The hotter the better.' The ad emphasizes the guitar's factory-installed hot single coil pickups, featuring six alnico magnets and 30% more windings than standard pickups, along with a patented split casing for noise reduction. Additional features highlighted include a rock maple neck, 25.5-inch scale length, and six individually adjustable solid brass saddles. The ad is published by Ovation Instruments Inc., a Kaman Company, based in Bloomfield, Connecticut.

1978 Ovation Viper Japan Ad Catalogs

Ovation Viper Electric Guitar Japanese Advertisement

1978

View details →
Ovation Viper Electric Guitar Japanese Advertisement
1978 · Japan

Ovation Viper Electric Guitar Japanese Advertisement

Year: 1978

This is a single-page Japanese advertisement for the Ovation Viper electric guitar, marketed under the tagline 'Ovation Guts Sound.' The ad showcases the Viper in a sunburst finish with a maple fingerboard, listing multiple color variants (Red, Sunburst, Natural, Numeg, White) priced at ¥183,000 each. The ad is distributed by several Japanese trading companies including Arai Trading Co., Kyowa Shokai, and Nakao Trading Co.

Viper Features & Spec 1 Catalogs

Ovation Viper Electric Guitar Product Brochure

1980

2 pages
Ovation Viper Electric Guitar Product Brochure
1980 · US

Ovation Viper Electric Guitar Product Brochure

Year: 1980

Marketing brochure for the Ovation Viper electric guitar, model 1271. Features detailed specifications including the maple neck with adjustable steel truss rod, two high-output single-coil pickups, and various finish options. Emphasizes comfort, playability, and the guitar's solid construction with patented split casing technology.

70 Viper Ovation Ad Catalogs

Ovation Viper Guitar Advertisement - 'Viper's Got the Bite'

1977

View details →
Ovation Viper Guitar Advertisement - 'Viper's Got the Bite'
1977 · US

Ovation Viper Guitar Advertisement - 'Viper's Got the Bite'

Year: 1977

This is a single-page magazine advertisement for the Ovation Viper electric guitar, featuring two models of the Viper (one red, one natural/brown finish) displayed alongside amplifiers and studio equipment. The ad highlights the guitar's solid maple neck, single cutaway body, two high-output single coil pickups with six alnico magnets, and patented split casing shield technology. Published by Ovation, a Kaman Company, located at Blue Hills Ave. Ext., Bloomfield, CT 06002.

Viper III Features & Spec 1 Catalogs

Ovation Viper III Electric Guitar Product Brochure

1980

2 pages
Ovation Viper III Electric Guitar Product Brochure
1980 · US

Ovation Viper III Electric Guitar Product Brochure

Year: 1980

This two-page brochure advertises the Ovation Viper III electric guitar, emphasizing its three-pickup configuration, rock maple neck construction, and versatile sound options. The document highlights the guitar's durability for road use, featuring detailed specifications including pickup configurations, electronics, body construction, and available finishes. The brochure targets professional recording and stage musicians seeking a reliable, high-performance electric guitar.

Guitars (7)

01 Guitars

Ovation 1271 Custom Viper

~1970

View details →
Ovation 1271 Custom Viper
~1970

Ovation 1271 Custom Viper

Year: 1970

Many Thanks to "MWoody" (OFC Member) from USA for these nice pictures (mid/late1970's) Custom made wood pickguard with Ovation logo, wood TRC and chrome bridge. What a great job!!!!    

Patents & Innovations (1)

1 Patents

Foamed Plastic Guitar Construction

1977

View details →
Foamed Plastic Guitar Construction
1977 · US

Foamed Plastic Guitar Construction

Year: 1977

A guitar with separate body and neck each made of a metallic frame combined with a mass of structural foamed plastic. A solid metal-to-metal joint between the two frames allows disassembly for repair or replacement. The two frames provide a continuous metallic span from the nut to the bridge to inhibit bending under string tension and reduce damping for enhanced sustain. External surfaces may be given a wood grain effect, avoiding the disadvantages of real wood such as warping, cracking, and sensitivity to temperature and humidity changes. Assigned to Kaman Aerospace Corporation. Patent granted Feb. 19, 1980; filed Nov. 29, 1977. 4 claims, 14 drawing figures.

Schematics & Diagrams (1)

Ovation Viper 1271 1273 Schematics 01 Schematics

Ovation Viper Solidbody Guitar Schematics - Models 1271 and 1273

~1970

View details →
Ovation Viper Solidbody Guitar Schematics - Models 1271 and 1273
~1970 · US

Ovation Viper Solidbody Guitar Schematics - Models 1271 and 1273

Year: 1970

Passive pickup wiring schematics for the Ovation Viper solidbody electric guitars. Includes the 2-pickup model 1271 with 3-position selector switch and the 3-pickup model 1273 with 5-position selector switch. Both circuits use 250K tone and 500K volume potentiometers with tone capacitors in a standard passive configuration with no active electronics.

Technical Reference (1)