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Collector's Acoustic Series 6-string Steel Deep Bowl No Cutaway 1982

Deep blueburst w/ adamas 2 knob preamp

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82 83 German Price List 1 Catalogs

Ovation / Adamas / Applause German Price List and Product Catalog 1982/83

1982

4 pages
Ovation / Adamas / Applause German Price List and Product Catalog 1982/83
1982 · Germany

Ovation / Adamas / Applause German Price List and Product Catalog 1982/83

Year: 1982

This is a 4-page German-language Ovation guitar catalog and price list for the 1982/83 season, covering the Adamas, Ovation, and Applause product lines. It includes acoustic and electro-acoustic western, 12-string, nylon/concert, cutaway, and electric guitar models, as well as bass guitars, with model numbers, available colors, body types, and recommended retail prices in Deutsche Mark. The document also lists available cases and string brands (Kaman Performers, Omega Classics, Adamas) distributed under the Ovation/Kaman umbrella.

Untitled 1784049014 page 01 Catalogs

Ovation 1984 Effective Price List (Japan)

1984

4 pages
Ovation 1984 Effective Price List (Japan)
1984 · Jp

Ovation 1984 Effective Price List (Japan)

Year: 1984

This is a 1984 Japanese market price list for Ovation guitars, distributed by Nakao Trading Co., Ltd. in Tokyo. It covers the full range of Ovation products including Super Adamas, Adamas II, Elite Series, Ovation Acoustic and Acoustic Electric guitars, Super Shallow Bowl Series, Genius Series, Collector Series, Solid Body Electric Bass, Matrix, Applause, and New Applause models, along with strings and accessories. All prices are listed in Japanese Yen, with model numbers and available color codes provided for each instrument.

01 Catalogs

Ovation 1987 Collectors Series US Catalog

1987

11 pages
Ovation 1987 Collectors Series US Catalog
1987 · US

Ovation 1987 Collectors Series US Catalog

Year: 1987

Premium US catalog for the Ovation 1987 Collectors Series Limited Edition, the sixth in the annual series begun in 1982. Limited to 1,000 instruments. Features a letter from Bill Kaman (President), detailed descriptions of the 1987 model with deep bowl cutaway, hand-selected AAA Sitka Spruce top with nutmeg stain, Adamas-style epaulets in exotic woods (maple, mahogany, teak, padauk), abalone purfling and inlays, 24-karat gold tuning machines, carved walnut bridge, 6 piezo crystal pickup, OP-24 3-band active EQ, and burled walnut veneer peghead. Includes a retrospective of all prior Collectors Series models (1982-1986) with photos, and a signed closing letter from C. William Kaman II. Published by Ovation Instruments, Inc., Kaman Music Corporation.

1 Catalogs

Ovation Collectors' Series: Thirty Years of Innovation (1996 Edition)

1996

20 pages
Ovation Collectors' Series: Thirty Years of Innovation (1996 Edition)
1996 · US

Ovation Collectors' Series: Thirty Years of Innovation (1996 Edition)

Year: 1996

This is Ovation Instruments' 1996 Collectors' Edition brochure celebrating thirty years of innovation, documenting the history of the Collectors' Series from 1982 through 1996. It details each annual limited-edition model's specifications, production numbers, and technological innovations including the development of the Optima, OP-24Plus, OptiMax, and HexFX electronics systems. The document includes a complete spec chart listing all Collectors' Series models from 1982-1996 and a Certificate of Authenticity for the 1996 model (1996-TPB, Transparent Burgundy, mid-depth cutaway, HexFX electronics, limited to 1,280 units).

1982 Ovation Collectors Fr Review 1 Catalogs

Ovation Limited Edition 82 - French Guitar Review

1982

2 pages
Ovation Limited Edition 82 - French Guitar Review
1982 · France

Ovation Limited Edition 82 - French Guitar Review

Year: 1982

A French-language guitar review article from a publication called 'Sono' featuring a detailed evaluation of the Ovation Limited Edition 82 acoustic-electric guitar. The review covers the instrument's construction details including its Lyrachord parabolic body, mahogany and maple neck, ebony fingerboard, and piezo pickup system with stereo output capability. The article concludes with a ratings breakdown and a price of approximately 8,900 French Francs, distributed by Camac.

1994 Jp Ovation Story Mag 01 Catalogs

Ovation: New World of Acoustic Guitar

1994

13 pages
Ovation: New World of Acoustic Guitar
1994 · Japan

Ovation: New World of Acoustic Guitar

Year: 1994

Comprehensive Japanese magazine feature on Ovation guitars covering the full product lineup, rare and discontinued models, Collectors Series 1982-1994, Adamas series, regular lineup, and electric guitars. Includes a Bill Kaman interview, technical articles on Ovation construction secrets (roundback body, preamp/control, bracing, Kaman bar), Ovation history from founding through 1994, and interviews with Japanese Ovation players including Gontiti, Amano Kiyotsugu, Ishida Nagaiki, and Tokutake Hirofumi.

1982 Ovation Collector Model French Ad Catalogs

Ovation News En Direct Des U.S.A. - 1982 Collectors' Series Advertisement

1982

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Ovation News En Direct Des U.S.A. - 1982 Collectors' Series Advertisement
1982 · France

Ovation News En Direct Des U.S.A. - 1982 Collectors' Series Advertisement

Year: 1982

This is a French-market advertisement for the Ovation 1982 Collectors' Series Roundback guitar, featuring Bill Kaman, Vice President of Ovation Instruments, Inc. The ad highlights a limited-edition deep bowl roundback with a blue sunburst top, abalone rosette, 24K gold plated machines, and built-in stereo electronics similar to the Adamas models. Each instrument comes with a serially numbered Certificate of Authenticity signed by Bill Kaman, and the configuration will not be produced after that summer.

82 Collector Ad Catalogs

The Ovation Collectors' Series - 1982 Limited Edition Roundback Guitar Advertisement

1982

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The Ovation Collectors' Series - 1982 Limited Edition Roundback Guitar Advertisement
1982 · US

The Ovation Collectors' Series - 1982 Limited Edition Roundback Guitar Advertisement

Year: 1982

Advertisement featuring Bill Kaman introducing the 1982 Collectors' Series Roundback guitar with blue sunburst top, natural neck, and dark blue peghead face. The limited production guitar features 24K gold plated machines, pearloid buttons, and built-in stereo electronics, with each instrument individually numbered and certified.

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1982 collector's Guitars

1982 Collectors

1982

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1982 Collectors
1982

1982 Collectors

Year: 1982

1982 Collector's (1908 exemplaires produits) Model 1982 Collector's Specifications: (from official Ovation Web Site)   6 String Acoustic Electric Body Type: Deep Bowl Top: Sitka Spruce AAA Bracing: Ovation Scale Length: 25 1/4" Scale: Fretboard: Ebony Fret Inlay: 9 Abalone Bridge: Walnut Rosette: Abalone Pickup: Piezoelectric Stereo Nutwidth: 1 11/16" Machines: 24k Gold Plated Case:

Front Back Guitars

Ovation 1982 Collector's

1982

Model 82 · Collector's
Ovation 1982 Collector's
1982

Ovation 1982 Collector's

Year: 1982

This model is the first one in the Collector's serie. Since this date, every year a new model is build in the New Hartford Factory. ( See in the Collector's Gallery section fo more informations) Many Thanks to Karl for these pictures. (1982)    

1982 Collector Red Blanket Guitar 001 Guitars

Ovation Collector 1982 #005

1982

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Ovation Collector 1982 #005
1982 · US

Ovation Collector 1982 #005

Year: 1982

Here is a beautiful example of the 1982 Ovation Collector model. A big thank you to Damon from Red Blanket Guitars for giving me permission to share his photos. Damon is a true enthusiast who sells Ovations in his online shop, which I highly encourage you to visit: https://www.redblanketguitars.com/categories/Ovation-10_167.html You can also follow RBG on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/redblanketguitars

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 .

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1982 Collector Certificate Memorabilia

Ovation Collectors Series Guitar Certificate of Authenticity - Model 1982-8

1982

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Ovation Collectors Series Guitar Certificate of Authenticity - Model 1982-8
1982 · US

Ovation Collectors Series Guitar Certificate of Authenticity - Model 1982-8

Year: 1982

This is the Certificate of Authenticity issued by Ovation Instruments, Inc. for a limited edition Collectors Series Guitar, model #1982-8, produced in the spring of 1982. The certificate guarantees that the guitar's unique combination of features and blue sunburst color will only be used on this particular run and will not be reproduced. It is signed by C. William Kaman II, Vice President of Ovation Instruments, Inc.

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82 83 German Price List 1 Catalogs

Ovation / Adamas / Applause German Price List and Product Catalog 1982/83

1982

4 pages
Ovation / Adamas / Applause German Price List and Product Catalog 1982/83
1982 · Germany

Ovation / Adamas / Applause German Price List and Product Catalog 1982/83

Year: 1982

This is a 4-page German-language Ovation guitar catalog and price list for the 1982/83 season, covering the Adamas, Ovation, and Applause product lines. It includes acoustic and electro-acoustic western, 12-string, nylon/concert, cutaway, and electric guitar models, as well as bass guitars, with model numbers, available colors, body types, and recommended retail prices in Deutsche Mark. The document also lists available cases and string brands (Kaman Performers, Omega Classics, Adamas) distributed under the Ovation/Kaman umbrella.

Untitled 1784049014 page 01 Catalogs

Ovation 1984 Effective Price List (Japan)

1984

4 pages
Ovation 1984 Effective Price List (Japan)
1984 · Jp

Ovation 1984 Effective Price List (Japan)

Year: 1984

This is a 1984 Japanese market price list for Ovation guitars, distributed by Nakao Trading Co., Ltd. in Tokyo. It covers the full range of Ovation products including Super Adamas, Adamas II, Elite Series, Ovation Acoustic and Acoustic Electric guitars, Super Shallow Bowl Series, Genius Series, Collector Series, Solid Body Electric Bass, Matrix, Applause, and New Applause models, along with strings and accessories. All prices are listed in Japanese Yen, with model numbers and available color codes provided for each instrument.

01 Catalogs

Ovation 1987 Collectors Series US Catalog

1987

11 pages
Ovation 1987 Collectors Series US Catalog
1987 · US

Ovation 1987 Collectors Series US Catalog

Year: 1987

Premium US catalog for the Ovation 1987 Collectors Series Limited Edition, the sixth in the annual series begun in 1982. Limited to 1,000 instruments. Features a letter from Bill Kaman (President), detailed descriptions of the 1987 model with deep bowl cutaway, hand-selected AAA Sitka Spruce top with nutmeg stain, Adamas-style epaulets in exotic woods (maple, mahogany, teak, padauk), abalone purfling and inlays, 24-karat gold tuning machines, carved walnut bridge, 6 piezo crystal pickup, OP-24 3-band active EQ, and burled walnut veneer peghead. Includes a retrospective of all prior Collectors Series models (1982-1986) with photos, and a signed closing letter from C. William Kaman II. Published by Ovation Instruments, Inc., Kaman Music Corporation.

1 Catalogs

Ovation Collectors' Series: Thirty Years of Innovation (1996 Edition)

1996

20 pages
Ovation Collectors' Series: Thirty Years of Innovation (1996 Edition)
1996 · US

Ovation Collectors' Series: Thirty Years of Innovation (1996 Edition)

Year: 1996

This is Ovation Instruments' 1996 Collectors' Edition brochure celebrating thirty years of innovation, documenting the history of the Collectors' Series from 1982 through 1996. It details each annual limited-edition model's specifications, production numbers, and technological innovations including the development of the Optima, OP-24Plus, OptiMax, and HexFX electronics systems. The document includes a complete spec chart listing all Collectors' Series models from 1982-1996 and a Certificate of Authenticity for the 1996 model (1996-TPB, Transparent Burgundy, mid-depth cutaway, HexFX electronics, limited to 1,280 units).

1982 Ovation Collectors Fr Review 1 Catalogs

Ovation Limited Edition 82 - French Guitar Review

1982

2 pages
Ovation Limited Edition 82 - French Guitar Review
1982 · France

Ovation Limited Edition 82 - French Guitar Review

Year: 1982

A French-language guitar review article from a publication called 'Sono' featuring a detailed evaluation of the Ovation Limited Edition 82 acoustic-electric guitar. The review covers the instrument's construction details including its Lyrachord parabolic body, mahogany and maple neck, ebony fingerboard, and piezo pickup system with stereo output capability. The article concludes with a ratings breakdown and a price of approximately 8,900 French Francs, distributed by Camac.

1994 Jp Ovation Story Mag 01 Catalogs

Ovation: New World of Acoustic Guitar

1994

13 pages
Ovation: New World of Acoustic Guitar
1994 · Japan

Ovation: New World of Acoustic Guitar

Year: 1994

Comprehensive Japanese magazine feature on Ovation guitars covering the full product lineup, rare and discontinued models, Collectors Series 1982-1994, Adamas series, regular lineup, and electric guitars. Includes a Bill Kaman interview, technical articles on Ovation construction secrets (roundback body, preamp/control, bracing, Kaman bar), Ovation history from founding through 1994, and interviews with Japanese Ovation players including Gontiti, Amano Kiyotsugu, Ishida Nagaiki, and Tokutake Hirofumi.

1982 Ovation Collector Model French Ad Catalogs

Ovation News En Direct Des U.S.A. - 1982 Collectors' Series Advertisement

1982

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Ovation News En Direct Des U.S.A. - 1982 Collectors' Series Advertisement
1982 · France

Ovation News En Direct Des U.S.A. - 1982 Collectors' Series Advertisement

Year: 1982

This is a French-market advertisement for the Ovation 1982 Collectors' Series Roundback guitar, featuring Bill Kaman, Vice President of Ovation Instruments, Inc. The ad highlights a limited-edition deep bowl roundback with a blue sunburst top, abalone rosette, 24K gold plated machines, and built-in stereo electronics similar to the Adamas models. Each instrument comes with a serially numbered Certificate of Authenticity signed by Bill Kaman, and the configuration will not be produced after that summer.

82 Collector Ad Catalogs

The Ovation Collectors' Series - 1982 Limited Edition Roundback Guitar Advertisement

1982

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The Ovation Collectors' Series - 1982 Limited Edition Roundback Guitar Advertisement
1982 · US

The Ovation Collectors' Series - 1982 Limited Edition Roundback Guitar Advertisement

Year: 1982

Advertisement featuring Bill Kaman introducing the 1982 Collectors' Series Roundback guitar with blue sunburst top, natural neck, and dark blue peghead face. The limited production guitar features 24K gold plated machines, pearloid buttons, and built-in stereo electronics, with each instrument individually numbered and certified.

Guitars (4)

1982 collector's Guitars

1982 Collectors

1982

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1982 Collectors
1982

1982 Collectors

Year: 1982

1982 Collector's (1908 exemplaires produits) Model 1982 Collector's Specifications: (from official Ovation Web Site)   6 String Acoustic Electric Body Type: Deep Bowl Top: Sitka Spruce AAA Bracing: Ovation Scale Length: 25 1/4" Scale: Fretboard: Ebony Fret Inlay: 9 Abalone Bridge: Walnut Rosette: Abalone Pickup: Piezoelectric Stereo Nutwidth: 1 11/16" Machines: 24k Gold Plated Case:

Front Back Guitars

Ovation 1982 Collector's

1982

Model 82 · Collector's
Ovation 1982 Collector's
1982

Ovation 1982 Collector's

Year: 1982

This model is the first one in the Collector's serie. Since this date, every year a new model is build in the New Hartford Factory. ( See in the Collector's Gallery section fo more informations) Many Thanks to Karl for these pictures. (1982)    

1982 Collector Red Blanket Guitar 001 Guitars

Ovation Collector 1982 #005

1982

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Ovation Collector 1982 #005
1982 · US

Ovation Collector 1982 #005

Year: 1982

Here is a beautiful example of the 1982 Ovation Collector model. A big thank you to Damon from Red Blanket Guitars for giving me permission to share his photos. Damon is a true enthusiast who sells Ovations in his online shop, which I highly encourage you to visit: https://www.redblanketguitars.com/categories/Ovation-10_167.html You can also follow RBG on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/redblanketguitars

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 .

Related Memorabilia (1)

1982 Collector Certificate Memorabilia

Ovation Collectors Series Guitar Certificate of Authenticity - Model 1982-8

1982

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Ovation Collectors Series Guitar Certificate of Authenticity - Model 1982-8
1982 · US

Ovation Collectors Series Guitar Certificate of Authenticity - Model 1982-8

Year: 1982

This is the Certificate of Authenticity issued by Ovation Instruments, Inc. for a limited edition Collectors Series Guitar, model #1982-8, produced in the spring of 1982. The certificate guarantees that the guitar's unique combination of features and blue sunburst color will only be used on this particular run and will not be reproduced. It is signed by C. William Kaman II, Vice President of Ovation Instruments, Inc.

Technical Reference (2)