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1712 Custom Balladeer

Model #1712 · Family: 1712

Balladeer Acoustic Series 6-string Steel Deep Bowl No Cutaway 1985-1994

Featured In (15)

1991 Ovation Fr Catalog 01 Catalogs

1991 Ovation Full Line French Catalog

1991

20 pages
1991 Ovation Full Line French Catalog
1991 · France

1991 Ovation Full Line French Catalog

Year: 1991

Comprehensive French-language full-line catalog from Kaman Music Corporation for 1991, covering the entire Ovation guitar range. Opens with a letter from C. William Kaman II introducing the Pinnacle as a new model. Covers Adamas and Adamas II (carbon graphite fibronic tops), Elite series, Custom Legend, Legend, Custom Balladeer, Classics (nylon string), Pinnacle, Ultra Deluxe, Ultra, and Celebrity lines. Includes detailed French-language specifications for all models, electronics section covering OP-24, FET-3, PVT, and VT preamps, cases and accessories, and warranty information. Printed in U.S.A. with Kaman Music Corporation, P.O. Box 507, Bloomfield, CT.

1994 US Long Catalog 01 Catalogs

1994 Ovation US Retail Price List

1994

11 pages
1994 Ovation US Retail Price List
1994 · US

1994 Ovation US Retail Price List

Year: 1994

Complete 1994 US retail price list and product catalog from Ovation Instruments covering their full line of acoustic-electric guitars, basses, and mandolins. Features the new Optima Preamp System on the Collectors Edition, the Viper solid-body acoustic-electric, and models ranging from the flagship Adamas series down through the Celebrity line, along with cases and accessories.

1990 Fr Price List 1 Catalogs

Camac Music World - Ovation Guitars French Price List Catalog, August 1990

1990

6 pages
Camac Music World - Ovation Guitars French Price List Catalog, August 1990
1990 · France

Camac Music World - Ovation Guitars French Price List Catalog, August 1990

Year: 1990

This is a French-language Ovation guitar price list catalog distributed by Camac Music World, dated August 1990 (Tarif Public Indicatif TTC Aout 90), based in Mouzeil, France. The catalog covers the full Ovation lineup including Applause, Celebrity, Ultra Series, Pinnacle, Custom Balladeer, Classic, Elite, Legend, Custom Legend, Adamas, and Collector series, along with Kaman guitar strings. All prices are listed in French Francs as indicative public prices inclusive of tax (TTC). Many thanks to Rémy Loyant for this nice document

German Guitars of the stars catalog 1 Catalogs

Ovation 'Guitars of the Stars / Stars of the Guitars' 1986 German Catalog

1986

15 pages
Ovation 'Guitars of the Stars / Stars of the Guitars' 1986 German Catalog
1986 · Germany

Ovation 'Guitars of the Stars / Stars of the Guitars' 1986 German Catalog

Year: 1986

This is a comprehensive 1986 Ovation guitar catalog distributed by Musik Meyer in Germany. The catalog features the complete Ovation product line including the Classic, Collectors', Adamas, Applause, Celebrity, Ultra, Balladeer, Legend, Custom Legend, and Elite series, along with celebrity endorsements, technical specifications, guitar cases, and string offerings. Text is in German throughout, with endorsements from artists like Joan Armstrong, Steve Morse, Larry Coryell, Sigi Schwab, Al Di Meola, and others.

1986 Ovation Fr Price List 001 Catalogs

Ovation & Adamas Guitar French Price List - January/March 1986

1986

4 pages
Ovation & Adamas Guitar French Price List - January/March 1986
1986 · France

Ovation & Adamas Guitar French Price List - January/March 1986

Year: 1986

This is a French-language price list catalog distributed by CAMAC for Ovation and Adamas guitars, dated January and March 1986. It covers the full Ovation lineup including Applause Solid Body, Applause acoustic/electro-acoustic, Celebrity, Custom Balladeer, Legend, Adamas, Nylon, Super Shallow Bowl, and 12-string models, with prices in French Francs. The document also includes pricing for Ovation/Adamas strings and Kaman guitar strings (Kaman Nickels, Kaman Performers, and Kaman Bass). Many thanks to Jacques Martens from France for this nice document

1987 Ovation Fr Price List 1 Catalogs

Ovation Guitar French Price Catalog - September 1987 (CAMAC Distribution)

1987

2 pages
Ovation Guitar French Price Catalog - September 1987 (CAMAC Distribution)
1987 · France

Ovation Guitar French Price Catalog - September 1987 (CAMAC Distribution)

Year: 1987

A two-page French-language Ovation guitar price catalog distributed by CAMAC, dated September 1987, subtitled 'La Guitare des Stars' (The Guitar of the Stars). The catalog lists the complete Ovation lineup with French franc prices, including the Applause, Celebrity, Balladeer, Legend, Elite, Custom Legend, Nylon, Adamas, and Thunderbolt series, along with available cases (Etuis). Color options and preamp specifications (OP24) are noted throughout. Many Thanks to Dominique Filhon from France for his kindness and for his help

1990 Ovation German Price List 1 Catalogs

Ovation Guitar German Price List — Unverbindliche Preisempfehlungen 8/90

1990

3 pages
Ovation Guitar German Price List — Unverbindliche Preisempfehlungen 8/90
1990 · Germany

Ovation Guitar German Price List — Unverbindliche Preisempfehlungen 8/90

Year: 1990

This is a German-market Ovation guitar catalog/price list dated August 1990 (8/90), distributed by Musik Meyer GmbH of Marburg, Germany. It covers the full Ovation and Adamas lineup including Applause, Celebrity, Ultra, Pinnacle, Custom Balladeer, Classic Concert, Legend, Elite, Thunderbolt, Custom Legend, Collectors, Adamas I and II series, with prices in Deutsche Marks across Deep Bowl, Deep Bowl Cutaway, Super Shallow Bowl Cutaway, and Deep Bowl 12-string configurations. The document also includes accessories, strings, and electronics/color code references.

1988 Ovation Full Line German Catalog 001 Catalogs

Ovation Guitars 1988 German Product Catalog (Musik Meyer)

1988

18 pages
Ovation Guitars 1988 German Product Catalog (Musik Meyer)
1988 · German

Ovation Guitars 1988 German Product Catalog (Musik Meyer)

Year: 1988

This is a 1988 German-language Ovation guitar product catalog distributed by Musik Meyer GmbH of Marburg, Germany. It covers the full Ovation lineup including the Adamas, Elite, Custom Legend, Legend, Custom Balladeer, Classics, Pinnacle, Ultra, and Celebrity series, with detailed specifications, color codes, and electronics descriptions for each model. The catalog also includes sections on Ovation's electronics systems (OP-24, FET-3, VT preamps), cases, and Adamas/Kaman strings.

1987 French Catalog 1 Catalogs

Ovation Guitars French Language Product Catalog

1987

16 pages
Ovation Guitars French Language Product Catalog
1987 · France

Ovation Guitars French Language Product Catalog

Year: 1987

This is a comprehensive French-language product catalog for Ovation guitars, distributed in France by CAMAC. The catalog covers the full Ovation lineup including the Elite, Custom Legend, Legend, Custom Balladeer, Classic, Ultra, and Celebrity series, along with detailed electronics and cases sections. It features specifications tables in French, a letter from C. William Kaman II, and was printed in France for the Kaman Music Corporation.

1988 Ovation Fr Price List 1 Catalogs

Ovation Guitars French Price List - CAMAC Juin 1988

1988

2 pages
Ovation Guitars French Price List - CAMAC Juin 1988
1988 · France

Ovation Guitars French Price List - CAMAC Juin 1988

Year: 1988

This is a two-page French-language Ovation guitar catalog/price list distributed by CAMAC, dated June 1988. It covers the full Ovation lineup including Thunderbolt, Legend, Elite, Custom Legend, Nylon, Adamas, Applause, Celebrity, and Balladeer series with French Franc pricing. The document also lists available guitar cases (Etuis) and notes available color options including Sunburst, Rouge, Naturel, Noir, Blanc, Bleu, and Gris dégradé. Many Thanks to Dominique Filhon from France for his kindness and for his help

Ovation 1987 Catalog page 1 Catalogs

Ovation Guitars Full Line Catalog — Kaman Music Corporation

1987

16 pages
Ovation Guitars Full Line Catalog — Kaman Music Corporation
1987 · US

Ovation Guitars Full Line Catalog — Kaman Music Corporation

Year: 1987

This is a comprehensive Ovation guitar product catalog published by Kaman Music Corporation, covering the full range of Ovation instruments from the top-of-the-line Adamas and Elite series through the Custom Legend, Legend, Custom Balladeer, Classic, Ultra, and Celebrity series. The catalog includes detailed specifications, photography, and descriptions of acoustic and acoustic-electric models including 6-string, 12-string, and nylon-string cutaway variants, as well as information on Ovation's proprietary electronics systems (OP-24, FET-3, VT preamp), available cases, and warranty terms. The document is addressed to the US market and printed by Kaman Music Corporation, P.O. Box 507, Bloomfield, CT.

1987 German Price List 1 Catalogs

Ovation Guitars German Price List October 1987 (Preisliste 10/87)

1987

1 pages
Ovation Guitars German Price List October 1987 (Preisliste 10/87)
1987 · Germany

Ovation Guitars German Price List October 1987 (Preisliste 10/87)

Year: 1987

This is a German-language Ovation guitar price list dated October 1987, covering the full range of Ovation and Applause models available in the German market. It includes pricing in Deutsche Marks (DM) for series including Classic, Collectors', Adamas, Applause, Celebrity, Ultra, Balladeer, Legend, Custom Legend, and Elite, as well as Guitar-to-MIDI systems, Guitar Cases, and accessories. All prices are listed as non-binding recommended retail prices (unverbindliche Preisempfehlungen).

1995 German Catalog 1 Catalogs

Ovation Guitars Katalog 1995 (German)

1995

28 pages
Ovation Guitars Katalog 1995 (German)
1995 · Germany

Ovation Guitars Katalog 1995 (German)

Year: 1995

This is the official 1995 Ovation Guitars catalog produced for the German market, distributed by Musik Meyer GmbH of Marburg. It covers the full Ovation line including the Adamas Series, Bloomfield Series (Elite, Elite Standard, Custom Legend, Legend, Custom Balladeer, Standard Balladeer), World Series (Celebrity De Luxe, Celebrity), and includes technical information about construction features such as the Kaman Bar, Quintad bracing, and various preamp systems. The catalog also contains a section warning consumers about gray-market instruments and promoting the official Service-Garantie-Siegel authentication seal.

1994 Jp Price List 01 Catalogs

Ovation Suggested Retail Price List

1994

12 pages
Ovation Suggested Retail Price List
1994 · Japan

Ovation Suggested Retail Price List

Year: 1994

Comprehensive Japanese-market suggested retail price list for Ovation guitars, basses, mandolins, and accessories, effective November 1, 1994 (Heisei 6). Distributed by Nakao Trading Co., Ltd. (Tokyo). Prices in Japanese Yen covering all product lines from Super Adamas through Applause, plus Collector's Series (1982-1995), Kaman strings, cases, and accessories. Includes warranty and International First Quality Standard information.

Untitled 1776101145 page 01 Catalogs

Rare Ovation Guitars Italian Market Catalog

1988

16 pages
Rare Ovation Guitars Italian Market Catalog
1988 · Italian

Rare Ovation Guitars Italian Market Catalog

Year: 1988

This is an Italian-language Ovation guitar catalog distributed by M. Casale Bauer S.p.A., the exclusive Italian importer, covering the full Ovation product line. The catalog features detailed specifications and descriptions for multiple guitar series including the Adamas, Elite, Custom Legend, Legend, Custom Balladeer, Classics, Ultra, and Celebrity lines. It also includes information on Ovation's proprietary electronics systems (OP-24, FET 3, VT) and available cases, along with a one-year warranty statement for Italian customers.

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Featured In (15)

1991 Ovation Fr Catalog 01 Catalogs

1991 Ovation Full Line French Catalog

1991

20 pages
1991 Ovation Full Line French Catalog
1991 · France

1991 Ovation Full Line French Catalog

Year: 1991

Comprehensive French-language full-line catalog from Kaman Music Corporation for 1991, covering the entire Ovation guitar range. Opens with a letter from C. William Kaman II introducing the Pinnacle as a new model. Covers Adamas and Adamas II (carbon graphite fibronic tops), Elite series, Custom Legend, Legend, Custom Balladeer, Classics (nylon string), Pinnacle, Ultra Deluxe, Ultra, and Celebrity lines. Includes detailed French-language specifications for all models, electronics section covering OP-24, FET-3, PVT, and VT preamps, cases and accessories, and warranty information. Printed in U.S.A. with Kaman Music Corporation, P.O. Box 507, Bloomfield, CT.

1994 US Long Catalog 01 Catalogs

1994 Ovation US Retail Price List

1994

11 pages
1994 Ovation US Retail Price List
1994 · US

1994 Ovation US Retail Price List

Year: 1994

Complete 1994 US retail price list and product catalog from Ovation Instruments covering their full line of acoustic-electric guitars, basses, and mandolins. Features the new Optima Preamp System on the Collectors Edition, the Viper solid-body acoustic-electric, and models ranging from the flagship Adamas series down through the Celebrity line, along with cases and accessories.

1990 Fr Price List 1 Catalogs

Camac Music World - Ovation Guitars French Price List Catalog, August 1990

1990

6 pages
Camac Music World - Ovation Guitars French Price List Catalog, August 1990
1990 · France

Camac Music World - Ovation Guitars French Price List Catalog, August 1990

Year: 1990

This is a French-language Ovation guitar price list catalog distributed by Camac Music World, dated August 1990 (Tarif Public Indicatif TTC Aout 90), based in Mouzeil, France. The catalog covers the full Ovation lineup including Applause, Celebrity, Ultra Series, Pinnacle, Custom Balladeer, Classic, Elite, Legend, Custom Legend, Adamas, and Collector series, along with Kaman guitar strings. All prices are listed in French Francs as indicative public prices inclusive of tax (TTC). Many thanks to Rémy Loyant for this nice document

German Guitars of the stars catalog 1 Catalogs

Ovation 'Guitars of the Stars / Stars of the Guitars' 1986 German Catalog

1986

15 pages
Ovation 'Guitars of the Stars / Stars of the Guitars' 1986 German Catalog
1986 · Germany

Ovation 'Guitars of the Stars / Stars of the Guitars' 1986 German Catalog

Year: 1986

This is a comprehensive 1986 Ovation guitar catalog distributed by Musik Meyer in Germany. The catalog features the complete Ovation product line including the Classic, Collectors', Adamas, Applause, Celebrity, Ultra, Balladeer, Legend, Custom Legend, and Elite series, along with celebrity endorsements, technical specifications, guitar cases, and string offerings. Text is in German throughout, with endorsements from artists like Joan Armstrong, Steve Morse, Larry Coryell, Sigi Schwab, Al Di Meola, and others.

1986 Ovation Fr Price List 001 Catalogs

Ovation & Adamas Guitar French Price List - January/March 1986

1986

4 pages
Ovation & Adamas Guitar French Price List - January/March 1986
1986 · France

Ovation & Adamas Guitar French Price List - January/March 1986

Year: 1986

This is a French-language price list catalog distributed by CAMAC for Ovation and Adamas guitars, dated January and March 1986. It covers the full Ovation lineup including Applause Solid Body, Applause acoustic/electro-acoustic, Celebrity, Custom Balladeer, Legend, Adamas, Nylon, Super Shallow Bowl, and 12-string models, with prices in French Francs. The document also includes pricing for Ovation/Adamas strings and Kaman guitar strings (Kaman Nickels, Kaman Performers, and Kaman Bass). Many thanks to Jacques Martens from France for this nice document

1987 Ovation Fr Price List 1 Catalogs

Ovation Guitar French Price Catalog - September 1987 (CAMAC Distribution)

1987

2 pages
Ovation Guitar French Price Catalog - September 1987 (CAMAC Distribution)
1987 · France

Ovation Guitar French Price Catalog - September 1987 (CAMAC Distribution)

Year: 1987

A two-page French-language Ovation guitar price catalog distributed by CAMAC, dated September 1987, subtitled 'La Guitare des Stars' (The Guitar of the Stars). The catalog lists the complete Ovation lineup with French franc prices, including the Applause, Celebrity, Balladeer, Legend, Elite, Custom Legend, Nylon, Adamas, and Thunderbolt series, along with available cases (Etuis). Color options and preamp specifications (OP24) are noted throughout. Many Thanks to Dominique Filhon from France for his kindness and for his help

1990 Ovation German Price List 1 Catalogs

Ovation Guitar German Price List — Unverbindliche Preisempfehlungen 8/90

1990

3 pages
Ovation Guitar German Price List — Unverbindliche Preisempfehlungen 8/90
1990 · Germany

Ovation Guitar German Price List — Unverbindliche Preisempfehlungen 8/90

Year: 1990

This is a German-market Ovation guitar catalog/price list dated August 1990 (8/90), distributed by Musik Meyer GmbH of Marburg, Germany. It covers the full Ovation and Adamas lineup including Applause, Celebrity, Ultra, Pinnacle, Custom Balladeer, Classic Concert, Legend, Elite, Thunderbolt, Custom Legend, Collectors, Adamas I and II series, with prices in Deutsche Marks across Deep Bowl, Deep Bowl Cutaway, Super Shallow Bowl Cutaway, and Deep Bowl 12-string configurations. The document also includes accessories, strings, and electronics/color code references.

1988 Ovation Full Line German Catalog 001 Catalogs

Ovation Guitars 1988 German Product Catalog (Musik Meyer)

1988

18 pages
Ovation Guitars 1988 German Product Catalog (Musik Meyer)
1988 · German

Ovation Guitars 1988 German Product Catalog (Musik Meyer)

Year: 1988

This is a 1988 German-language Ovation guitar product catalog distributed by Musik Meyer GmbH of Marburg, Germany. It covers the full Ovation lineup including the Adamas, Elite, Custom Legend, Legend, Custom Balladeer, Classics, Pinnacle, Ultra, and Celebrity series, with detailed specifications, color codes, and electronics descriptions for each model. The catalog also includes sections on Ovation's electronics systems (OP-24, FET-3, VT preamps), cases, and Adamas/Kaman strings.

1987 French Catalog 1 Catalogs

Ovation Guitars French Language Product Catalog

1987

16 pages
Ovation Guitars French Language Product Catalog
1987 · France

Ovation Guitars French Language Product Catalog

Year: 1987

This is a comprehensive French-language product catalog for Ovation guitars, distributed in France by CAMAC. The catalog covers the full Ovation lineup including the Elite, Custom Legend, Legend, Custom Balladeer, Classic, Ultra, and Celebrity series, along with detailed electronics and cases sections. It features specifications tables in French, a letter from C. William Kaman II, and was printed in France for the Kaman Music Corporation.

1988 Ovation Fr Price List 1 Catalogs

Ovation Guitars French Price List - CAMAC Juin 1988

1988

2 pages
Ovation Guitars French Price List - CAMAC Juin 1988
1988 · France

Ovation Guitars French Price List - CAMAC Juin 1988

Year: 1988

This is a two-page French-language Ovation guitar catalog/price list distributed by CAMAC, dated June 1988. It covers the full Ovation lineup including Thunderbolt, Legend, Elite, Custom Legend, Nylon, Adamas, Applause, Celebrity, and Balladeer series with French Franc pricing. The document also lists available guitar cases (Etuis) and notes available color options including Sunburst, Rouge, Naturel, Noir, Blanc, Bleu, and Gris dégradé. Many Thanks to Dominique Filhon from France for his kindness and for his help

Ovation 1987 Catalog page 1 Catalogs

Ovation Guitars Full Line Catalog — Kaman Music Corporation

1987

16 pages
Ovation Guitars Full Line Catalog — Kaman Music Corporation
1987 · US

Ovation Guitars Full Line Catalog — Kaman Music Corporation

Year: 1987

This is a comprehensive Ovation guitar product catalog published by Kaman Music Corporation, covering the full range of Ovation instruments from the top-of-the-line Adamas and Elite series through the Custom Legend, Legend, Custom Balladeer, Classic, Ultra, and Celebrity series. The catalog includes detailed specifications, photography, and descriptions of acoustic and acoustic-electric models including 6-string, 12-string, and nylon-string cutaway variants, as well as information on Ovation's proprietary electronics systems (OP-24, FET-3, VT preamp), available cases, and warranty terms. The document is addressed to the US market and printed by Kaman Music Corporation, P.O. Box 507, Bloomfield, CT.

1987 German Price List 1 Catalogs

Ovation Guitars German Price List October 1987 (Preisliste 10/87)

1987

1 pages
Ovation Guitars German Price List October 1987 (Preisliste 10/87)
1987 · Germany

Ovation Guitars German Price List October 1987 (Preisliste 10/87)

Year: 1987

This is a German-language Ovation guitar price list dated October 1987, covering the full range of Ovation and Applause models available in the German market. It includes pricing in Deutsche Marks (DM) for series including Classic, Collectors', Adamas, Applause, Celebrity, Ultra, Balladeer, Legend, Custom Legend, and Elite, as well as Guitar-to-MIDI systems, Guitar Cases, and accessories. All prices are listed as non-binding recommended retail prices (unverbindliche Preisempfehlungen).

1995 German Catalog 1 Catalogs

Ovation Guitars Katalog 1995 (German)

1995

28 pages
Ovation Guitars Katalog 1995 (German)
1995 · Germany

Ovation Guitars Katalog 1995 (German)

Year: 1995

This is the official 1995 Ovation Guitars catalog produced for the German market, distributed by Musik Meyer GmbH of Marburg. It covers the full Ovation line including the Adamas Series, Bloomfield Series (Elite, Elite Standard, Custom Legend, Legend, Custom Balladeer, Standard Balladeer), World Series (Celebrity De Luxe, Celebrity), and includes technical information about construction features such as the Kaman Bar, Quintad bracing, and various preamp systems. The catalog also contains a section warning consumers about gray-market instruments and promoting the official Service-Garantie-Siegel authentication seal.

1994 Jp Price List 01 Catalogs

Ovation Suggested Retail Price List

1994

12 pages
Ovation Suggested Retail Price List
1994 · Japan

Ovation Suggested Retail Price List

Year: 1994

Comprehensive Japanese-market suggested retail price list for Ovation guitars, basses, mandolins, and accessories, effective November 1, 1994 (Heisei 6). Distributed by Nakao Trading Co., Ltd. (Tokyo). Prices in Japanese Yen covering all product lines from Super Adamas through Applause, plus Collector's Series (1982-1995), Kaman strings, cases, and accessories. Includes warranty and International First Quality Standard information.

Untitled 1776101145 page 01 Catalogs

Rare Ovation Guitars Italian Market Catalog

1988

16 pages
Rare Ovation Guitars Italian Market Catalog
1988 · Italian

Rare Ovation Guitars Italian Market Catalog

Year: 1988

This is an Italian-language Ovation guitar catalog distributed by M. Casale Bauer S.p.A., the exclusive Italian importer, covering the full Ovation product line. The catalog features detailed specifications and descriptions for multiple guitar series including the Adamas, Elite, Custom Legend, Legend, Custom Balladeer, Classics, Ultra, and Celebrity lines. It also includes information on Ovation's proprietary electronics systems (OP-24, FET 3, VT) and available cases, along with a one-year warranty statement for Italian customers.

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