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Adamas I Adamas Models 12-string Steel Deep Bowl No Cutaway

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1687 Adamas I 01 Catalogs

Ovation Adamas 1687 12-String Acoustic Electric Guitar Parts Diagram and Parts List

~1980

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Ovation Adamas 1687 12-String Acoustic Electric Guitar Parts Diagram and Parts List
~1980 · US

Ovation Adamas 1687 12-String Acoustic Electric Guitar Parts Diagram and Parts List

Year: 1980

This two-page document is an official Ovation parts diagram and parts list for the Adamas model 1687, a 12-string acoustic-electric guitar. It includes an exploded-view illustration showing the guitar body, electronics cavity, volume and tone control assemblies, bridge/saddle/pickup assembly, and output jack hardware. The parts list enumerates all components with part numbers, covering both standard top parts and acoustic-electric-specific electronics including a FET transistor amplifier, stereo and mono output jacks, and a battery-powered preamp system.

Untitled 1775233023 page 01 Catalogs

Ovation Adamas I 12-string und Adamas II 6-string – Test Review in Gitarre & Bass

1997

4 pages
Ovation Adamas I 12-string und Adamas II 6-string – Test Review in Gitarre & Bass
1997 · Germany

Ovation Adamas I 12-string und Adamas II 6-string – Test Review in Gitarre & Bass

Year: 1997

This is a German-language test/review article from the December 1997 issue of Gitarre & Bass magazine covering the Ovation Adamas I 12-string and Adamas II 6-string electro-acoustic guitars. The article details the construction features including the Lyrachord bowl back, carbon graphite and birch sandwich top, Quintad Bracing system, and the Optima Preamp pickup system with 4-band EQ and built-in tuner. Prices listed are approximately DM 7,990 for the Adamas I and DM 5,990 for the Adamas II, both including an Ovation Supercase.

2007 Adamas Custom Shop Brochure 1 Catalogs

2007 Adamas Custom Shop Brochure

2007

12 pages
2007 Adamas Custom Shop Brochure
2007 · US

2007 Adamas Custom Shop Brochure

Year: 2007

Comprehensive Adamas Custom Shop brochure showcasing four base model configurations with extensive customization options. Details the Adamas I Standard Model 1687, Adamas II Standard Model 1581, Adamas Model 1680 (woven carbon fiber), and Adamas Model 2080 (deep contour bowl). Covers all customizable features including top material, finishes, sound hole treatments, body configurations, neck options, fingerboard materials, electronics, and hardware. Printed by Kaman Music Corporation, catalog code KCG-680 01/07. Many thanks to Paul Moody from USA for his help and his kindness

Adamas 1983 Price List 1 Catalogs

Adamas / Adamas II Guitar Price List 1983

1983

1 pages
Adamas / Adamas II Guitar Price List 1983
1983 · US

Adamas / Adamas II Guitar Price List 1983

Year: 1983

This is a single-page U.S. Suggested List Price sheet for Ovation's Adamas and Adamas II guitar lines, effective January 1, 1983. It covers seven Adamas models ranging from $1,995 to $2,390 and three Adamas II models ranging from $1,595 to $1,695, along with accessories including a molded hard case and leather look case cover. The document also details available finish colors and notes regarding left-handed models, wide neck configurations, and separate case pricing.

2007 Ovation Adamas Japanese Price List 01 Catalogs

Adamas / Ovation Japanese 2007 Price List

2007

4 pages
Adamas / Ovation Japanese 2007 Price List
2007 · Japan

Adamas / Ovation Japanese 2007 Price List

Year: 2007

Japanese-market price list for Adamas and Ovation USA guitars for 2007, distributed by Nakao Corporation (Tokyo). Includes specifications and pricing in Japanese Yen for Adamas, Adamas Re-issue, Custom Legend, Custom Elite, Legend, Elite, Elite Texture, Standard Elite, Standard Balladeer, Legend Nylon, Country Artist, Folklore, Elite Bass, Mandolin, and signature/anniversary models including Melissa Etheridge, Al DiMeola, Nikki Sixx, and Glen Campbell editions. Many thanks to Kazuhiro Gamo from Japan for his help and his kindness

1 Catalogs

Adamas 30th Anniversary - Ovation USA Limited Edition Models

2005

8 pages
Adamas 30th Anniversary - Ovation USA Limited Edition Models
2005 · Japan

Adamas 30th Anniversary - Ovation USA Limited Edition Models

Year: 2005

This Japanese-market catalog celebrates the 30th anniversary of Adamas guitars, which began in 1976 with Charlie Kaman's Operation Ovation. It showcases four limited edition models featuring exotic hardwoods, carbon fiber tops, and special anniversary designs. The document highlights both the latest and reissue models commemorating three decades of Adamas innovation.

Adamas Booklet 1 Catalogs

Adamas by Ovation - A Summary History of Development

1978

12 pages
Adamas by Ovation - A Summary History of Development
1978 · US

Adamas by Ovation - A Summary History of Development

Year: 1978

This brochure documents the development history of the Adamas guitar by Ovation Instruments Inc., detailing the engineering innovations including the carbon fiber 'Fibronic Soundboard' construction, the unique neck design with the 'Kaman Bar', and the progression from 6-string to 12-string versions. The document is signed by Charles H. Kaman and emphasizes the technical achievements in achieving superior sound quality, sustain, and frequency response.

1978 Adamas Price List Catalogs

Adamas by Ovation 1978 Price List

1978

1 pages
Adamas by Ovation 1978 Price List
1978 · US

Adamas by Ovation 1978 Price List

Year: 1978

This is a 1978 price list for the Adamas by Ovation guitar line, manufactured by Ovation Instruments Inc. of New Hartford, CT. The document lists all available Adamas models including standard, 12-string, wide neck, and electric variants in four colors (Red, Beige, Blue, Brown), with prices ranging from $2,200 to $2,550. All prices are F.O.B. New Hartford, CT, effective January 1, 1978, and include case and case cover.

Adamas 1979 Price List 1 Catalogs

Adamas by Ovation 1979 Price List

1979

1 pages
Adamas by Ovation 1979 Price List
1979 · US

Adamas by Ovation 1979 Price List

Year: 1979

This is a single-page 1979 price list for the Adamas by Ovation guitar line, covering both acoustic and acoustic-electric models in standard, 12-string, and wide-neck configurations. All models were available in five colors (Red, Black, Beige, Blue, Brown) with acoustic prices starting at $2,200 and electric models at $2,395. Prices were effective August 1, 1979, F.O.B. Moosup, CT, and all listed prices included a case and case cover.

1982 Adamas Catalog 01 Catalogs

Adamas Catalog II 1982

1982

15 pages
Adamas Catalog II 1982
1982 · US

Adamas Catalog II 1982

Year: 1982

Adamas guitar catalog featuring the full Adamas line including the Adamas, Adamas II, and Adamas Cutaway models. Details the carbon-graphite Fibronic Soundboard top, Kaman Bar neck reinforcing system, deep bowl body, stereo FET preamp electronics, exotic wood epaulets, and available finishes in Red, Black, Beige, Blue, and Brown. Includes full specifications table and accessories/warranty information. Published by Ovation Instruments, a Kaman Company, Bloomfield, CT.

1993 Adamas Owner Manual 1 Catalogs

Adamas Guitar Owner's Manual

1993

8 pages
Adamas Guitar Owner's Manual
1993 · US

Adamas Guitar Owner's Manual

Year: 1993

This is the official Ovation Adamas guitar owner's manual, printed in November 1993, covering the unique features of the Adamas line including the Fibronic Soundboard top, Kaman Bar neck reinforcement system, bridge setup, and electronics. The manual provides detailed maintenance instructions including neck adjustment procedures, action setup, battery replacement for the acoustic-electric system, and general care guidelines. It was published by Ovation Instruments, a division of Kaman Music Corporation, based in New Hartford, Connecticut.

2000 Jp Adamas Catalog 01 Catalogs

Adamas Guitars - Artisan Built Carbon Fiber-Top Guitars

2000

12 pages
Adamas Guitars - Artisan Built Carbon Fiber-Top Guitars
2000 · Japan

Adamas Guitars - Artisan Built Carbon Fiber-Top Guitars

Year: 2000

Japanese-market catalog for the Adamas CVT and SMT carbon fiber-top acoustic-electric guitar lines. Features crossweave carbon fiber (CVT) and unidirectional carbon fiber (SMT) soundboard technologies, the Melissa Etheridge signature 12-string model, detailed construction specs, and finish options. Printed in Japan, September 2000.

Adamas Speaks Leaflet 01 Catalogs

Adamas History Booklet II: When Adamas Speaks

1977

12 pages
Adamas History Booklet II: When Adamas Speaks
1977 · US

Adamas History Booklet II: When Adamas Speaks

Year: 1977

Promotional booklet by Charles H. Kaman telling the story of the Adamas guitar development. Describes the 1972 origins of carbon graphite fiber top technology, the fibronic graphite soundboard construction, Lyrachord roundback heritage, and innovative upper-bout sound ports. Includes technical details on construction and sound quality. Published by Ovation Instruments Inc., a Kaman Music product, Made in U.S.A.

Adamas Owner Guide II 1 Catalogs

Adamas I Owner's Guide

~1978

16 pages
Adamas I Owner's Guide
~1978 · US

Adamas I Owner's Guide

Year: 1978

This is an owner's manual for Adamas guitars by Ovation Instruments. It provides detailed information about the guitar's construction, including the Fibronic soundboard, Kaman Bar neck reinforcement, electronics, and maintenance procedures. The document includes technical specifications and care instructions for the Adamas line of acoustic-electric guitars.

Adamas Owner's Guide 1 Catalogs

Adamas Owner's Guide

~1977

12 pages
Adamas Owner's Guide
~1977 · US

Adamas Owner's Guide

Year: 1977

This is an owner's manual for Adamas guitars by Ovation Instruments Inc. It provides detailed information about the construction, features, maintenance, and specifications of Adamas acoustic and acoustic-electric guitars, including the innovative Fibronic soundboard, bowl design, neck construction, electronics, and accessories.

1989 Fr Price List Catalogs

Ovation / Adamas - French Price List Catalog 1989 (CAMAC Distribution)

1989

1 pages
Ovation / Adamas - French Price List Catalog 1989 (CAMAC Distribution)
1989 · France

Ovation / Adamas - French Price List Catalog 1989 (CAMAC Distribution)

Year: 1989

This is a single-page French-language Ovation guitar price list from August 1989, distributed by CAMAC. It features the Adamas line of guitars with reference numbers and public prices in French Francs (TTC), along with a selection of Ovation cases (Etuis). The document is branded 'La Guitare des Stars' and includes images of an Adamas guitar and an Ovation gig bag. Many thanks to Rémy Loyant for this nice document Merci beaucoup à Rémy Loyant

1999 Ovation Jp Catalog 01 Catalogs

Ovation & Adamas Japanese 1999 Catalog (Jp)

1999

28 pages
Ovation & Adamas Japanese 1999 Catalog (Jp)
1999 · Japan

Ovation & Adamas Japanese 1999 Catalog (Jp)

Year: 1999

Full product line catalog for Ovation and Adamas acoustic-electric guitars for the Japanese market, featuring Adamas SMT, Adamas, Adamas II, Adamas III, Elite, Custom Elite, Elite Standard, Custom Legend, Legend, Standard Balladeer, Specialty Acoustics (Folklore, LongNeck, Mandolin, Mandocello), Viper, and Bass models. Includes complete Japanese translation pages. Distributed by Nakao Trading Co. (Tokyo). Signed by C.W. Kaman II, President, Ovation Instruments.

Adamas Manual 1 Catalogs

Ovation Adamas Guitar Owner's Manual

1983

4 pages
Ovation Adamas Guitar Owner's Manual
1983 · US

Ovation Adamas Guitar Owner's Manual

Year: 1983

This is the official owner's manual for the Ovation Adamas guitar, published in January 1983 by Ovation Instruments, Inc., a Kaman Company based in Bloomfield, CT. The manual covers the unique features of the Adamas guitar including the Fibronic Soundboard top, Kaman Bar neck reinforcement system, bridge adjustment, and built-in stereo acoustic-electric pickup and preamplifier system. It also provides guidance on care and maintenance, string recommendations, and warranty information.

1999 Jp Price List 1 Catalogs

Ovation and Adamas 1999 Japanese Price List

1999

9 pages
Ovation and Adamas 1999 Japanese Price List
1999 · Japan

Ovation and Adamas 1999 Japanese Price List

Year: 1999

Official Japanese market price list for Ovation and Adamas guitars for 1999, covering the full product line including Adamas, Legend, Elite, Balladeer, Folklore, Longneck, Viper, Classic, Country, Mandolin, Mandocello, Collectors Edition, and Custom Shop collections with prices in Japanese Yen.

1981 Ovation Fr Price List 1 Catalogs

Ovation Guitars French Price List – September 1981

1981

2 pages
Ovation Guitars French Price List – September 1981
1981 · France

Ovation Guitars French Price List – September 1981

Year: 1981

This is a two-page French retail price list ('Tarif Public Conseille') dated 15 September 1981 for Ovation, Adamas, Applause, and Matrix brand guitars. It covers acoustic and electro-acoustic 6- and 12-string steel and nylon string guitars, solid body electrics, basses, cases, and strings with prices listed in French Francs. The document also includes color/finish codes and notes on left-handed model availability. Many thanks to my Friend Pascal Clément for that great document

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Ovation Roundback Guitar Owner's Manual

1993

7 pages
Ovation Roundback Guitar Owner's Manual
1993 · US

Ovation Roundback Guitar Owner's Manual

Year: 1993

This is an Ovation Instruments Owner's Manual printed in May 1993 (dated 5/93, part number 990004-H), covering care, maintenance, and technical specifications for Ovation Roundback guitars. The manual includes sections on string care, neck adjustment (Truss Rod and Kaman Bar), bridge setup, and the acoustic-electric OP-24 preamp system. It was produced by Ovation Instruments, a division of Kaman Music Corporation, located at 37 Greenwoods Road, New Hartford, CT 06057.

90 Ovation Jp Catalog 01 Catalogs

Ovation U.S.A. / Adamas Japanese Market Catalog 1995

1995

24 pages
Ovation U.S.A. / Adamas Japanese Market Catalog 1995
1995 · Japan

Ovation U.S.A. / Adamas Japanese Market Catalog 1995

Year: 1995

Comprehensive product catalog for Ovation and Adamas acoustic-electric guitars distributed in Japan by Nakao Corporation. Covers the full USA-made product line including Adamas, Adamas II, Custom Legend, Elite, Legend, Craftsman, Classic, Old Country Artist, and Viper series with detailed specifications, component details, and Adamas strings. Features bilingual English/Japanese content with full Japanese translations of all product descriptions. Many thanks to Kazuhiro Gamo from Japan for his help and his kindness

2007 Ovation JP Catalog Page 01 Catalogs

Ovation USA LX Series & Traditional Catalog (Japanese Edition)

2007

24 pages
Ovation USA LX Series & Traditional Catalog (Japanese Edition)
2007 · Japan

Ovation USA LX Series & Traditional Catalog (Japanese Edition)

Year: 2007

Japanese-market Ovation USA catalog distributed by Nakao Corporation featuring the LX Series lineup including Custom Legend, Custom Elite, Legend, Elite, Standard Balladeer, Standard Elite, Al DiMeola Signature II, Elite T, Nikki Sixx Signature Bass, Balladeer & Elite Special, Specialties, and Traditional series models. Highlights Lyrachord GS bowl, Advanced Neck System, Scalloped X-Bracing, OP-PRO preamp, and OCP-1 pickup technologies. Includes artist photos of Al DiMeola, Steve Lukather, Melissa Etheridge, Nikki Sixx, and Godsmack.

Guitars (5)

Karl 01 Guitars

Ovation Karl's Collection

~2000

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Ovation Karl's Collection
~2000

Ovation Karl's Collection

Year: 2000

This document is a personal photo catalog of an extensive private Ovation guitar collection, likely belonging to a German collector, showcasing instruments spanning from 1968 to 2007. The collection is organized into series including Carbon-Top (Adamas models), Wood-Top (Balladeer, Josh White, Custom Legend, Elite), and Specialty instruments (Bass, Mandolin, Mandocello, Ukulele, Elite Long Neck). Each instrument is carefully labeled with model name, model number, and year of manufacture, with group photos taken against backdrops of firewood stacks and gardens. This outstanding collection belongs to my friend Karl in Germany Many Thanks Karl for these splendid pictures and for your help .

Patents & Innovations (3)

1 Patents

Adamas Q Japanese Patent 2

2001

general
Adamas Q Japanese Patent 2
2001 · Japan

Adamas Q Japanese Patent 2

Year: 2001

Japanese patent application for an improved composite top member (soundboard) for acoustic stringed instruments. Features a center-free flex edge design with paired composite material layers and a center layer, allowing the soundboard to vibrate more freely than conventional laminated tops. Reduces the need for internal bracing. Filed by Kaman Music Corporation with US priority 09/574356.

1 Patents

Guitar Construction

1977

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Guitar Construction
1977 · US

Guitar Construction

Year: 1977

Patent for a guitar body design featuring two discrete sound openings located on either side of the longitudinal center line in the upper bout, replacing the conventional single center sound hole. This construction allows for a thinner sound board with improved bracing patterns, enabling better acoustic response particularly in the first and second harmonic modes of vibration. The design is foundational to the Ovation Adamas guitar series.

1 Patents

Stringed Instrument Body and Neck Assembly (Japanese Patent)

2001

general
Stringed Instrument Body and Neck Assembly (Japanese Patent)
2001 · Japan

Stringed Instrument Body and Neck Assembly (Japanese Patent)

Year: 2001

Japanese patent application for an acoustic stringed instrument with a composite material body and neck assembly. Features a neck block-free design where the neck member attaches at two points on the body inner wall, providing structural strength with reduced weight. Uses graphite fiber reinforced composite materials. Filed by Kaman Music Corporation with US priority 09/575320.

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Larry Coryell 1979 People & Community

Larry Corryel

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Larry Corryel
US

Larry Corryel

Larry Coryell (1943–2017) was a trailblazing American guitarist often hailed as the "Godfather of Fusion." Emerging in the mid-1960s, he bridged the gap between jazz, rock, and classical music with unparalleled technical fluidity. His work with The Free Spirits and his landmark album Spaces (1970) redefined the guitar's role, blending the distorted energy of rock with complex jazz improvisation. ​Beyond his electric prowess, Coryell was a pioneer in bringing the Ovation acoustic guitar to the forefront of professional jazz. He was particularly fond of the Ovation Adamas, a high-tech model featuring a carbon-fiber top and the brand's signature "roundback" design. ​Coryell’s mastery of the Ovation was most famously showcased in The Guitar Trio, where he performed alongside John McLaughlin and Paco de Lucía. His ability to match the intensity of a flamenco master and a jazz-rock icon on a synthetic-backed guitar proved that Ovation instruments were serious tools for virtuosos. Biography generated with the assistance of AI

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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.

Adamas 1983 Price List 1 Catalogs

Adamas / Adamas II Guitar Price List 1983

1983

1 pages
Adamas / Adamas II Guitar Price List 1983
1983 · US

Adamas / Adamas II Guitar Price List 1983

Year: 1983

This is a single-page U.S. Suggested List Price sheet for Ovation's Adamas and Adamas II guitar lines, effective January 1, 1983. It covers seven Adamas models ranging from $1,995 to $2,390 and three Adamas II models ranging from $1,595 to $1,695, along with accessories including a molded hard case and leather look case cover. The document also details available finish colors and notes regarding left-handed models, wide neck configurations, and separate case pricing.

1982 Adamas Catalog 01 Catalogs

Adamas Catalog II 1982

1982

15 pages
Adamas Catalog II 1982
1982 · US

Adamas Catalog II 1982

Year: 1982

Adamas guitar catalog featuring the full Adamas line including the Adamas, Adamas II, and Adamas Cutaway models. Details the carbon-graphite Fibronic Soundboard top, Kaman Bar neck reinforcing system, deep bowl body, stereo FET preamp electronics, exotic wood epaulets, and available finishes in Red, Black, Beige, Blue, and Brown. Includes full specifications table and accessories/warranty information. Published by Ovation Instruments, a Kaman Company, Bloomfield, CT.

1994 Jp Ovation Catalog 01 Catalogs

Ovation & Adamas Japanese 1994 Catalog

1994

32 pages
Ovation & Adamas Japanese 1994 Catalog
1994 · Japan

Ovation & Adamas Japanese 1994 Catalog

Year: 1994

Comprehensive 1994 Ovation and Adamas guitar catalog for the Japanese market (distributed by Nakao Corporation, Tokyo). Features the full USA-made lineup including Adamas, Adamas II, Elite, Standard Elite, Custom Legend, Legend, Custom Balladeer, Old Walnut Elite, Craftsman, Craftsman Limited, Classic, Old Country Artist, Elite Bass, and Doubleneck series with detailed specifications, available finishes, accessories, strings, and the complete Collectors Series history from 1982-1994. Many thanks to Kazuhiro Gamo from Japan for his help and his kindness

1991 Jp Price List 1 Catalogs

Ovation 1991 Japanese Price List

1991

8 pages
Ovation 1991 Japanese Price List
1991 · Japan

Ovation 1991 Japanese Price List

Year: 1991

Official 1991 Japanese price list (dated March 1, Heisei 3) for the complete Ovation guitar range distributed in Japan. Covers Adamas Guitar by Ovation (Super Adamas, Adamas II), Ovation Guitar (Custom Legend, Legend, Classic, Elite, Thunderbolt, Crafts, Special, Collectors' Series from 1982-1991, Left Handed models), Ovation Guitar Made in Japan (Pinnacle), Ultra Guitar by Ovation, Celebrity Guitar by Ovation, cases, accessories (Matrix tuners, metronome, picks, straps, feedback silencer), and all string lines (Adamas, Ovation Bronze, Kaman Nickels, Omega Classic). All prices in Japanese yen excluding tax. Many thanks to Kazuhiro Gamo from Japan for his help and his kindness

1993 Jp Price List 1 Catalogs

Ovation 1993 Japanese Price List

1992

8 pages
Ovation 1993 Japanese Price List
1992 · Japan

Ovation 1993 Japanese Price List

Year: 1992

Comprehensive Japanese-market Ovation price list revised October 1, 1992 (Heisei 4). Covers full Adamas, Ovation, Pinnacle, Ultra, and Celebrity guitar lines with Japanese Yen pricing, plus cases, accessories, strings, tuners, and straps. Distributed by Nakao Trading Co., Tokyo. Includes Collectors Series models through 1993. Many thanks to Kazuhiro Gamo from Japan for his help and his kindness

1687 Adamas I 01 Catalogs

Ovation Adamas 1687 12-String Acoustic Electric Guitar Parts Diagram and Parts List

~1980

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Ovation Adamas 1687 12-String Acoustic Electric Guitar Parts Diagram and Parts List
~1980 · US

Ovation Adamas 1687 12-String Acoustic Electric Guitar Parts Diagram and Parts List

Year: 1980

This two-page document is an official Ovation parts diagram and parts list for the Adamas model 1687, a 12-string acoustic-electric guitar. It includes an exploded-view illustration showing the guitar body, electronics cavity, volume and tone control assemblies, bridge/saddle/pickup assembly, and output jack hardware. The parts list enumerates all components with part numbers, covering both standard top parts and acoustic-electric-specific electronics including a FET transistor amplifier, stereo and mono output jacks, and a battery-powered preamp system.

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Ovation Adamas Guitar Catalog 1984

1984

14 pages
Ovation Adamas Guitar Catalog 1984
1984 · US

Ovation Adamas Guitar Catalog 1984

Year: 1984

This is a 1984 Ovation Instruments product catalog dedicated entirely to the Adamas series of acoustic and acoustic-electric guitars, featuring the Adamas, Adamas II, and Adamas Cutaway models. The brochure details the innovative carbon-graphite composite Fibronic Soundboard, the Kaman Bar neck reinforcement system, piezoelectric stereo pickup system, and the distinctive multi-soundhole epaulet design. Available in five finishes (Red, Black, Beige, Blue, Brown), the catalog includes full specifications, model listings, accessories, and warranty information, and was published by Ovation Instruments, Inc., a Kaman Company, based in Bloomfield, Connecticut.

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Ovation Adamas I 12-string und Adamas II 6-string – Test Review in Gitarre & Bass

1997

4 pages
Ovation Adamas I 12-string und Adamas II 6-string – Test Review in Gitarre & Bass
1997 · Germany

Ovation Adamas I 12-string und Adamas II 6-string – Test Review in Gitarre & Bass

Year: 1997

This is a German-language test/review article from the December 1997 issue of Gitarre & Bass magazine covering the Ovation Adamas I 12-string and Adamas II 6-string electro-acoustic guitars. The article details the construction features including the Lyrachord bowl back, carbon graphite and birch sandwich top, Quintad Bracing system, and the Optima Preamp pickup system with 4-band EQ and built-in tuner. Prices listed are approximately DM 7,990 for the Adamas I and DM 5,990 for the Adamas II, both including an Ovation Supercase.

1999 Jp Price List 1 Catalogs

Ovation and Adamas 1999 Japanese Price List

1999

9 pages
Ovation and Adamas 1999 Japanese Price List
1999 · Japan

Ovation and Adamas 1999 Japanese Price List

Year: 1999

Official Japanese market price list for Ovation and Adamas guitars for 1999, covering the full product line including Adamas, Legend, Elite, Balladeer, Folklore, Longneck, Viper, Classic, Country, Mandolin, Mandocello, Collectors Edition, and Custom Shop collections with prices in Japanese Yen.

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.

1987 JP AD 01 Catalogs

Ovation Guitar Japanese Advertisement – Kaman Music Japan

1987

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Ovation Guitar Japanese Advertisement – Kaman Music Japan
1987 · Japan

Ovation Guitar Japanese Advertisement – Kaman Music Japan

Year: 1987

This two-page Japanese advertisement for Ovation guitars, distributed by Kaman Music (GM-SH division), promotes the brand's distinct soundhole designs: the Rosette, Adamas Epaulet, and Thunderbolt Epaulet. The first page features close-up photography of three Ovation guitars highlighting their distinctive bodies and inlay work, with the tagline 'Though appearances differ, they share the same musical bloodline.' The second page showcases three specific models—the Rosette Type Legend 1867-1, Adamas Epaulet Type Super Adamas 1688-2, and the newly introduced 1987 Thunderbolt Epaulet Type Thunderbolt TB01-6—along with detailed Japanese copy explaining the history and philosophy behind each soundhole design.

1996 German Catalog 1 Catalogs

Ovation Guitars 1996 German Catalog

1996

28 pages
Ovation Guitars 1996 German Catalog
1996 · Germany

Ovation Guitars 1996 German Catalog

Year: 1996

This is the 1996 Ovation Guitars product catalog distributed in Germany by Musik Meyer GmbH of Marburg, celebrating Ovation's 30th anniversary. The catalog covers the full range of Ovation guitar lines including the Adamas Series, Bloomfield Series (Custom Legend, Elite, Legend, Standard Balladeer, Classic), Custom Shop Series (Elite Standard, Elite Bass, Mandoline, Mandocello, Elite Longneck, Viper, Folklore, 1996 Collectors Edition), and World Series (Celebrity Deluxe, Celebrity). All text is in German and includes detailed specifications, model tables, and Quick Check feature summaries for each series.

Ovation 1997 Catalog 1 Catalogs

Ovation Guitars 1997 Full Line Catalog

1997

36 pages
Ovation Guitars 1997 Full Line Catalog
1997 · US

Ovation Guitars 1997 Full Line Catalog

Year: 1997

This is the official 1997 Ovation Instruments full product line catalog, printed in April 1997, covering the complete range of Ovation acoustic/electric guitars, basses, mandolins, and specialty instruments. The catalog features detailed descriptions, specifications, color options, and electronics information for all model families including the Adamas, Elite, Custom Legend, Legend, Standard Balladeer, Celebrity Deluxe, Celebrity, Viper, and specialty acoustic lines. Notable artist endorsers featured include Melissa Etheridge, Al DiMeola, Richie Sambora, Rudy Schenker, Joan Armatrading, Aaron Tippin, and Adrian Legg, along with a history section detailing Ovation's origins from the Kaman 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

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.

90 Ovation Jp Catalog 01 Catalogs

Ovation U.S.A. / Adamas Japanese Market Catalog 1995

1995

24 pages
Ovation U.S.A. / Adamas Japanese Market Catalog 1995
1995 · Japan

Ovation U.S.A. / Adamas Japanese Market Catalog 1995

Year: 1995

Comprehensive product catalog for Ovation and Adamas acoustic-electric guitars distributed in Japan by Nakao Corporation. Covers the full USA-made product line including Adamas, Adamas II, Custom Legend, Elite, Legend, Craftsman, Classic, Old Country Artist, and Viper series with detailed specifications, component details, and Adamas strings. Features bilingual English/Japanese content with full Japanese translations of all product descriptions. Many thanks to Kazuhiro Gamo from Japan for his help and his kindness

80 90 Ovation Jp Catalog 01 Catalogs

Ovation U.S.A. Guitar Catalog - Japanese Market Edition

1992

28 pages
Ovation U.S.A. Guitar Catalog - Japanese Market Edition
1992 · Japan

Ovation U.S.A. Guitar Catalog - Japanese Market Edition

Year: 1992

A comprehensive 28-page Ovation guitar catalog produced for the Japanese market, distributed by Nakao Corporation in Tokyo. It covers the full Ovation and Adamas product lines including Adamas, Adamas II, Elite, Elite Limited, Custom Legend, Legend, Classics, Craftsman, and Special Edition models, along with detailed specifications, electronics (OP-24 preamp), accessories, cases, and strings. Signed off by C. William Kaman II, president of Ovation Instruments.

2007 Adamas Custom Shop Brochure 1 Catalogs

2007 Adamas Custom Shop Brochure

2007

12 pages
2007 Adamas Custom Shop Brochure
2007 · US

2007 Adamas Custom Shop Brochure

Year: 2007

Comprehensive Adamas Custom Shop brochure showcasing four base model configurations with extensive customization options. Details the Adamas I Standard Model 1687, Adamas II Standard Model 1581, Adamas Model 1680 (woven carbon fiber), and Adamas Model 2080 (deep contour bowl). Covers all customizable features including top material, finishes, sound hole treatments, body configurations, neck options, fingerboard materials, electronics, and hardware. Printed by Kaman Music Corporation, catalog code KCG-680 01/07. Many thanks to Paul Moody from USA for his help and his kindness

2007 Ovation Adamas Japanese Price List 01 Catalogs

Adamas / Ovation Japanese 2007 Price List

2007

4 pages
Adamas / Ovation Japanese 2007 Price List
2007 · Japan

Adamas / Ovation Japanese 2007 Price List

Year: 2007

Japanese-market price list for Adamas and Ovation USA guitars for 2007, distributed by Nakao Corporation (Tokyo). Includes specifications and pricing in Japanese Yen for Adamas, Adamas Re-issue, Custom Legend, Custom Elite, Legend, Elite, Elite Texture, Standard Elite, Standard Balladeer, Legend Nylon, Country Artist, Folklore, Elite Bass, Mandolin, and signature/anniversary models including Melissa Etheridge, Al DiMeola, Nikki Sixx, and Glen Campbell editions. Many thanks to Kazuhiro Gamo from Japan for his help and his kindness

1 Catalogs

Adamas 30th Anniversary - Ovation USA Limited Edition Models

2005

8 pages
Adamas 30th Anniversary - Ovation USA Limited Edition Models
2005 · Japan

Adamas 30th Anniversary - Ovation USA Limited Edition Models

Year: 2005

This Japanese-market catalog celebrates the 30th anniversary of Adamas guitars, which began in 1976 with Charlie Kaman's Operation Ovation. It showcases four limited edition models featuring exotic hardwoods, carbon fiber tops, and special anniversary designs. The document highlights both the latest and reissue models commemorating three decades of Adamas innovation.

Adamas Booklet 1 Catalogs

Adamas by Ovation - A Summary History of Development

1978

12 pages
Adamas by Ovation - A Summary History of Development
1978 · US

Adamas by Ovation - A Summary History of Development

Year: 1978

This brochure documents the development history of the Adamas guitar by Ovation Instruments Inc., detailing the engineering innovations including the carbon fiber 'Fibronic Soundboard' construction, the unique neck design with the 'Kaman Bar', and the progression from 6-string to 12-string versions. The document is signed by Charles H. Kaman and emphasizes the technical achievements in achieving superior sound quality, sustain, and frequency response.

1978 Adamas Price List Catalogs

Adamas by Ovation 1978 Price List

1978

1 pages
Adamas by Ovation 1978 Price List
1978 · US

Adamas by Ovation 1978 Price List

Year: 1978

This is a 1978 price list for the Adamas by Ovation guitar line, manufactured by Ovation Instruments Inc. of New Hartford, CT. The document lists all available Adamas models including standard, 12-string, wide neck, and electric variants in four colors (Red, Beige, Blue, Brown), with prices ranging from $2,200 to $2,550. All prices are F.O.B. New Hartford, CT, effective January 1, 1978, and include case and case cover.

Adamas 1979 Price List 1 Catalogs

Adamas by Ovation 1979 Price List

1979

1 pages
Adamas by Ovation 1979 Price List
1979 · US

Adamas by Ovation 1979 Price List

Year: 1979

This is a single-page 1979 price list for the Adamas by Ovation guitar line, covering both acoustic and acoustic-electric models in standard, 12-string, and wide-neck configurations. All models were available in five colors (Red, Black, Beige, Blue, Brown) with acoustic prices starting at $2,200 and electric models at $2,395. Prices were effective August 1, 1979, F.O.B. Moosup, CT, and all listed prices included a case and case cover.

1993 Adamas Owner Manual 1 Catalogs

Adamas Guitar Owner's Manual

1993

8 pages
Adamas Guitar Owner's Manual
1993 · US

Adamas Guitar Owner's Manual

Year: 1993

This is the official Ovation Adamas guitar owner's manual, printed in November 1993, covering the unique features of the Adamas line including the Fibronic Soundboard top, Kaman Bar neck reinforcement system, bridge setup, and electronics. The manual provides detailed maintenance instructions including neck adjustment procedures, action setup, battery replacement for the acoustic-electric system, and general care guidelines. It was published by Ovation Instruments, a division of Kaman Music Corporation, based in New Hartford, Connecticut.

2000 Jp Adamas Catalog 01 Catalogs

Adamas Guitars - Artisan Built Carbon Fiber-Top Guitars

2000

12 pages
Adamas Guitars - Artisan Built Carbon Fiber-Top Guitars
2000 · Japan

Adamas Guitars - Artisan Built Carbon Fiber-Top Guitars

Year: 2000

Japanese-market catalog for the Adamas CVT and SMT carbon fiber-top acoustic-electric guitar lines. Features crossweave carbon fiber (CVT) and unidirectional carbon fiber (SMT) soundboard technologies, the Melissa Etheridge signature 12-string model, detailed construction specs, and finish options. Printed in Japan, September 2000.

Adamas Speaks Leaflet 01 Catalogs

Adamas History Booklet II: When Adamas Speaks

1977

12 pages
Adamas History Booklet II: When Adamas Speaks
1977 · US

Adamas History Booklet II: When Adamas Speaks

Year: 1977

Promotional booklet by Charles H. Kaman telling the story of the Adamas guitar development. Describes the 1972 origins of carbon graphite fiber top technology, the fibronic graphite soundboard construction, Lyrachord roundback heritage, and innovative upper-bout sound ports. Includes technical details on construction and sound quality. Published by Ovation Instruments Inc., a Kaman Music product, Made in U.S.A.

Adamas Owner Guide II 1 Catalogs

Adamas I Owner's Guide

~1978

16 pages
Adamas I Owner's Guide
~1978 · US

Adamas I Owner's Guide

Year: 1978

This is an owner's manual for Adamas guitars by Ovation Instruments. It provides detailed information about the guitar's construction, including the Fibronic soundboard, Kaman Bar neck reinforcement, electronics, and maintenance procedures. The document includes technical specifications and care instructions for the Adamas line of acoustic-electric guitars.

Adamas Owner's Guide 1 Catalogs

Adamas Owner's Guide

~1977

12 pages
Adamas Owner's Guide
~1977 · US

Adamas Owner's Guide

Year: 1977

This is an owner's manual for Adamas guitars by Ovation Instruments Inc. It provides detailed information about the construction, features, maintenance, and specifications of Adamas acoustic and acoustic-electric guitars, including the innovative Fibronic soundboard, bowl design, neck construction, electronics, and accessories.

1989 Fr Price List Catalogs

Ovation / Adamas - French Price List Catalog 1989 (CAMAC Distribution)

1989

1 pages
Ovation / Adamas - French Price List Catalog 1989 (CAMAC Distribution)
1989 · France

Ovation / Adamas - French Price List Catalog 1989 (CAMAC Distribution)

Year: 1989

This is a single-page French-language Ovation guitar price list from August 1989, distributed by CAMAC. It features the Adamas line of guitars with reference numbers and public prices in French Francs (TTC), along with a selection of Ovation cases (Etuis). The document is branded 'La Guitare des Stars' and includes images of an Adamas guitar and an Ovation gig bag. Many thanks to Rémy Loyant for this nice document Merci beaucoup à Rémy Loyant

1999 Ovation Jp Catalog 01 Catalogs

Ovation & Adamas Japanese 1999 Catalog (Jp)

1999

28 pages
Ovation & Adamas Japanese 1999 Catalog (Jp)
1999 · Japan

Ovation & Adamas Japanese 1999 Catalog (Jp)

Year: 1999

Full product line catalog for Ovation and Adamas acoustic-electric guitars for the Japanese market, featuring Adamas SMT, Adamas, Adamas II, Adamas III, Elite, Custom Elite, Elite Standard, Custom Legend, Legend, Standard Balladeer, Specialty Acoustics (Folklore, LongNeck, Mandolin, Mandocello), Viper, and Bass models. Includes complete Japanese translation pages. Distributed by Nakao Trading Co. (Tokyo). Signed by C.W. Kaman II, President, Ovation Instruments.

1188 1688 Adamas I 12S 01 Catalogs

Ovation Adamas 1188/1688 12-String Guitar with Kaman Bar - Parts Diagram and Parts List

~1980

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Ovation Adamas 1188/1688 12-String Guitar with Kaman Bar - Parts Diagram and Parts List
~1980 · US

Ovation Adamas 1188/1688 12-String Guitar with Kaman Bar - Parts Diagram and Parts List

Year: 1980

This is an official Ovation Instruments, Inc. parts diagram and parts list document for the Adamas 1188/1688 12-string acoustic guitar featuring the proprietary Kaman Bar truss rod system. The document includes an exploded-view illustration with numbered callouts and a corresponding parts list organized by sections: Neck, Bowl & Top, Bowl, and Top (Acoustic Models Only). It serves as a service and replacement parts reference, listing part numbers and descriptions for all major components of the instrument.

Adamas Manual 1 Catalogs

Ovation Adamas Guitar Owner's Manual

1983

4 pages
Ovation Adamas Guitar Owner's Manual
1983 · US

Ovation Adamas Guitar Owner's Manual

Year: 1983

This is the official owner's manual for the Ovation Adamas guitar, published in January 1983 by Ovation Instruments, Inc., a Kaman Company based in Bloomfield, CT. The manual covers the unique features of the Adamas guitar including the Fibronic Soundboard top, Kaman Bar neck reinforcement system, bridge adjustment, and built-in stereo acoustic-electric pickup and preamplifier system. It also provides guidance on care and maintenance, string recommendations, and warranty information.

1981 Ovation Fr Price List 1 Catalogs

Ovation Guitars French Price List – September 1981

1981

2 pages
Ovation Guitars French Price List – September 1981
1981 · France

Ovation Guitars French Price List – September 1981

Year: 1981

This is a two-page French retail price list ('Tarif Public Conseille') dated 15 September 1981 for Ovation, Adamas, Applause, and Matrix brand guitars. It covers acoustic and electro-acoustic 6- and 12-string steel and nylon string guitars, solid body electrics, basses, cases, and strings with prices listed in French Francs. The document also includes color/finish codes and notes on left-handed model availability. Many thanks to my Friend Pascal Clément for that great document

1688 Adamas I 12S 01 Catalogs

Ovation Instruments 1688 Adamas 12-String Acoustic Electric Guitar Parts Diagram and Parts List

~1980

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Ovation Instruments 1688 Adamas 12-String Acoustic Electric Guitar Parts Diagram and Parts List
~1980 · US

Ovation Instruments 1688 Adamas 12-String Acoustic Electric Guitar Parts Diagram and Parts List

Year: 1980

This is an official Ovation Instruments, Inc. parts diagram and parts list for the model 1688 Adamas 12-String Acoustic Electric guitar. The document includes an exploded view illustration showing the onboard electronics assembly including the FET stereo preamp, volume and tone control pots, output jacks, pickup, bridge, and hardware components. Each part is identified by a reference number cross-referenced to a detailed parts list with Ovation part numbers and descriptions.

1 Catalogs

Ovation Roundback Guitar Owner's Manual

1993

7 pages
Ovation Roundback Guitar Owner's Manual
1993 · US

Ovation Roundback Guitar Owner's Manual

Year: 1993

This is an Ovation Instruments Owner's Manual printed in May 1993 (dated 5/93, part number 990004-H), covering care, maintenance, and technical specifications for Ovation Roundback guitars. The manual includes sections on string care, neck adjustment (Truss Rod and Kaman Bar), bridge setup, and the acoustic-electric OP-24 preamp system. It was produced by Ovation Instruments, a division of Kaman Music Corporation, located at 37 Greenwoods Road, New Hartford, CT 06057.

2007 Ovation JP Catalog Page 01 Catalogs

Ovation USA LX Series & Traditional Catalog (Japanese Edition)

2007

24 pages
Ovation USA LX Series & Traditional Catalog (Japanese Edition)
2007 · Japan

Ovation USA LX Series & Traditional Catalog (Japanese Edition)

Year: 2007

Japanese-market Ovation USA catalog distributed by Nakao Corporation featuring the LX Series lineup including Custom Legend, Custom Elite, Legend, Elite, Standard Balladeer, Standard Elite, Al DiMeola Signature II, Elite T, Nikki Sixx Signature Bass, Balladeer & Elite Special, Specialties, and Traditional series models. Highlights Lyrachord GS bowl, Advanced Neck System, Scalloped X-Bracing, OP-PRO preamp, and OCP-1 pickup technologies. Includes artist photos of Al DiMeola, Steve Lukather, Melissa Etheridge, Nikki Sixx, and Godsmack.

Guitars (23)

Adamas 1688 Beige Blue 12S 1 Guitars

Adamas 1688 12 Strings Custom Order

2005

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Adamas 1688 12 Strings Custom Order
2005

Adamas 1688 12 Strings Custom Order

Year: 2005

Many Thanks to my friend Dave Witko from USA for these very nice photos. This guitar was custom built for Chris Choate and as far as I know, it's the only Adamas ever produced in Beige/Blue color.

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Adamas Original Slothead 12 String #0033-96 1688-7

1976

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Adamas Original Slothead 12 String #0033-96 1688-7
1976

Adamas Original Slothead 12 String #0033-96 1688-7

Year: 1976

Adamas Original Slothead 12 String #0033-96 1688-7. Thoses nice and rare photos found on the web comes from this website in Japan: https://www.mikigakki.com Because I don't speak Japanese, I don't have the permission to use these nice pics. If you are the owner of that wonderful guitar or photos and if you don't want to see them here, please contact me and I'll immediately delete them!! (11/1976)                                                   

Schwab 1 Guitars

Adamas Classical Nylon Strings Prototype

~1980

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Adamas Classical Nylon Strings Prototype
~1980

Adamas Classical Nylon Strings Prototype

Year: 1980

Many Thanks to my friend Karl from Germany for the wonderful photos of this amazing guitar. Prototype Adamas Classical (late 70 or early 80) Only a few were made. They never went into production. The owner was the late German guitarist Sigi Schwab. He is the only European recipient of the Ovation Award. Pictures taken by Karl on 09/24/2006 in Wendelstein/Germany during a concert of Sigi Schwab and his group Percussion Project. M.Sigi Schwab and Karl        

Adamas Marcel Dadi Cutaway Blue 1 Guitars

Adamas Cutaway Blue

1996

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Adamas Cutaway Blue
1996

Adamas Cutaway Blue

Year: 1996

CUSTOM MADE ADAMAS WITH MARCEL DADI's SPECS : LARGE NECK (48mm at nut), EXACT SOUDHOLES PLACES WITH CUTAWAY. VERY FEW IN EXISTENCE. RARE Guitare en vente sur le site de "Magic Guitar" / Guitar for Sale on "Magic Guitar" Website: Magic Guitar.    

Adamas Slothead Lilas 00 Guitars

Adamas Slothead "Lilas" Custom built for Marcel Dadi

~1977

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Adamas Slothead "Lilas" Custom built for Marcel Dadi
~1977

Adamas Slothead "Lilas" Custom built for Marcel Dadi

Year: 1977

This model has been custom built for Marcel Dadi. This guitar is usually called "La Lilas" because of its color. The serial is #093-91 and there's no inlays on the fretboard of this guitar like it was usual on the very first model. Many thanks to Tom and François.D from France for these nice pictures and to Joël, the second owner of that guitar that he bought from Marcel Dadi himself. Joël and the "Lilas"... and with Marcel Dadi on stage !!! My Friend Tom with the "Lilas"& Marcel with his "Lilas"!!! Thanks to my friend Pascal Clément for this original picture from his collection.        

Adamas 12 Proto 1 Guitars

Adamas Slothead 12 Strings Prototype

1974

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Adamas Slothead 12 Strings Prototype
1974

Adamas Slothead 12 Strings Prototype

Year: 1974

Many thanks to Sam for these nice pics. This is the first Adamas 12-string model produced by Ovation (1974/1975). It is one of the first 26 Adamas models that remained in the prototype stage and is certainly the only 12-string prototype. It is believed to be serial number #12, but this is not confirmed yet. The guitar has two holes instead of the shoulder pads found on models #27 to #60 and on subsequent commercially released models. There is an access point on the back of the guitar that was likely used to adjust the bracing of the top and thus fine-tune the sound. The top is black, and the back is made of unpainted Lyrachord. This is a significant piece of the design history of these legendary Adamas models. 

Adamas U681T 2 Custom 1 Guitars

Adamas U-681T-2 Red Custom Order

2006

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Adamas U-681T-2 Red Custom Order
2006

Adamas U-681T-2 Red Custom Order

Year: 2006

Many Thanks to Jeff Whitehead from USA for these very nice photos. This guitar is a custom order with the following specifications: - 1-7/8 Wideneck - Reverse red-burst textured top suspended ring mount - Acoustic only This instrument is a great example of the factory's know-how!! (Sept, 2006)             

Karl 01 Guitars

Ovation Karl's Collection

~2000

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Ovation Karl's Collection
~2000

Ovation Karl's Collection

Year: 2000

This document is a personal photo catalog of an extensive private Ovation guitar collection, likely belonging to a German collector, showcasing instruments spanning from 1968 to 2007. The collection is organized into series including Carbon-Top (Adamas models), Wood-Top (Balladeer, Josh White, Custom Legend, Elite), and Specialty instruments (Bass, Mandolin, Mandocello, Ukulele, Elite Long Neck). Each instrument is carefully labeled with model name, model number, and year of manufacture, with group photos taken against backdrops of firewood stacks and gardens. This outstanding collection belongs to my friend Karl in Germany Many Thanks Karl for these splendid pictures and for your help .

Patents & Innovations (3)

1 Patents

Adamas Q Japanese Patent 2

2001

general
Adamas Q Japanese Patent 2
2001 · Japan

Adamas Q Japanese Patent 2

Year: 2001

Japanese patent application for an improved composite top member (soundboard) for acoustic stringed instruments. Features a center-free flex edge design with paired composite material layers and a center layer, allowing the soundboard to vibrate more freely than conventional laminated tops. Reduces the need for internal bracing. Filed by Kaman Music Corporation with US priority 09/574356.

1 Patents

Guitar Construction

1977

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Guitar Construction
1977 · US

Guitar Construction

Year: 1977

Patent for a guitar body design featuring two discrete sound openings located on either side of the longitudinal center line in the upper bout, replacing the conventional single center sound hole. This construction allows for a thinner sound board with improved bracing patterns, enabling better acoustic response particularly in the first and second harmonic modes of vibration. The design is foundational to the Ovation Adamas guitar series.

1 Patents

Stringed Instrument Body and Neck Assembly (Japanese Patent)

2001

general
Stringed Instrument Body and Neck Assembly (Japanese Patent)
2001 · Japan

Stringed Instrument Body and Neck Assembly (Japanese Patent)

Year: 2001

Japanese patent application for an acoustic stringed instrument with a composite material body and neck assembly. Features a neck block-free design where the neck member attaches at two points on the body inner wall, providing structural strength with reduced weight. Uses graphite fiber reinforced composite materials. Filed by Kaman Music Corporation with US priority 09/575320.

Technical Reference (4)