Model #1869-1 · Family: 1869
Year: 1999
This is a Japanese market Ovation guitar suggested retail price list catalog, revised in February 1999 (平成11年2月改訂実施), distributed by Nakao Trading Co., Ltd. (中尾貿易株式会社). It covers the full Ovation product range including Adamas, Ovation USA, Celebrity, and Applause guitar lines, along with cases, accessories, strings, and maintenance information, with all prices listed in Japanese Yen.
Year: 2013
This is an official Ovation guitar distribution price list effective from January 1, 2013, distributed by Fender Ibérica for the Spanish market. It covers the full range of Ovation and Applause instruments including USA-made models, Pro series, Celebrity series, and accessories with recommended retail prices in Euros excluding VAT. The catalog spans premium limited editions like the Adamas and artist signature models through to entry-level Applause instruments and accessories such as cases and gig bags.
Year: 1990
Many Thanks to Koenig Kurt from Germany for these very nice photos Some informations from Kurt: "...The Headstock is not original. I had it brushed in matte black, because there were too many different wood colours for me on this guitar..."
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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.
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.
Year: 2002
Full-line product catalog showcasing all Ovation acoustic-electric guitar series including Custom Elite, Custom Legend, Elite, Legend, Elite Special, Balladeer, Pinnacle, Celebrity Deluxe, Celebrity, Specialty, and Tangent models. Features detailed specifications, OP50/OP40/OP30/OP20 preamp systems, pickup technologies (Hi-Output, Tru-Balance, Thinline), body depth options, finish codes, and a roster of notable Ovation artist endorsers. Printed by Kaman Music Corp., Bloomfield, CT.
Year: 2003
Full product catalog for the 2003 Ovation guitar line, Japanese market edition distributed by Nakao Trading Co., Tokyo. Covers the complete range including Custom Legend, Custom Elite, Legend, Elite, Balladeer Special, Elite Special series, as well as the Adamas SMT, CVT, and CVT Textured carbon fiber top guitars. Features artist endorsements from Al Di Meola, Melissa Etheridge, Steve Lukather, and DJ Ashba. Includes detailed specifications, pickup systems (Hi-Output, Thinline, Tru-Balance), preamp options (OP50, OP40, OP30), and body style information.
Year: 1999
This is a French-language Ovation and Adamas guitar catalog distributed in France by CAMAC, featuring the full product lineup including the Custom Elite, Custom Legend, Elite, Legend, Elite Special, Balladeer, Celebrity Deluxe, Celebrity, and specialty models. The catalog highlights Ovation's signature rounded Lyrachord bowl back, multi-soundhole technology, laser vibrometer testing, and various onboard preamp systems (Optima, OP-24+C, OP-24+, DJ-4). Artist endorsements from Lenny Kravitz, Al Di Meola, Don Was, Joel Shearer, Bryant McNeil, and J'Anna Jacoby are featured throughout, along with the Adamas SMT and CVT carbon fiber top guitars.
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
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
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
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
Year: 2000
Full-line US catalog and price list effective January 1, 2000, covering the complete Ovation guitar range including Collectors' Edition, Custom Elite, Custom Legend, Elite, Legend, Elite Special, Balladeer, Celebrity Deluxe, Celebrity, Viper, Bass, Mandolin/Mandocello, LongNeck, Country Artist/Folklore, and Trekker models, plus onboard electronics (Optima, OP-24+, OP-24+C, DJ-4, HexFX, Thinline Graphic), cases, and accessories.
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.
Year: 1993
This is a Japanese market suggested retail price list for Ovation guitars, revised on May 21, 1993 (Heisei 5). The catalog covers the full Ovation and Adamas guitar lineup including USA-made models (Adamas, Legend, Elite, Collectors Series), Japan-made Pinnacle models, and Korea-made Ultra and Celebrity models, with prices listed in Japanese Yen. It also includes accessories such as cases, straps, tuners, and guitar strings from Kaman and Adamas.
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
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.
Year: 1986
This 1986 Ovation guitar catalog presents comprehensive specifications for the complete Ovation line, including Elite, Custom Legend, Legend, Balladeer, Ultra, Celebrity, and Classic series guitars. The catalog features detailed specification tables for each model series, highlighting their acoustic and acoustic-electric variants, along with information about the 1986 20th Anniversary Collector's Series limited edition guitars. It also includes sections on guitar cases, authorized dealers, and Kaman strings.
Year: 1999
This is a Japanese market Ovation guitar suggested retail price list catalog, revised in February 1999 (平成11年2月改訂実施), distributed by Nakao Trading Co., Ltd. (中尾貿易株式会社). It covers the full Ovation product range including Adamas, Ovation USA, Celebrity, and Applause guitar lines, along with cases, accessories, strings, and maintenance information, with all prices listed in Japanese Yen.
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.
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.
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.
Year: 1998
This is the 1998 Ovation Instruments full product line catalog, printed in December 1997, featuring the complete range of Ovation and Adamas acoustic/electric guitars, basses, mandolins, and specialty instruments. The catalog covers multiple product families including the flagship Adamas Q (all-carbon-fiber), Adamas SMT, Custom Elite, Elite, Custom Legend, Legend, Standard Balladeer, Celebrity Deluxe, Celebrity, Viper, and various specialty acoustics, with detailed specifications, color options, and electronics information. Notable artist endorsers featured include Melissa Etheridge, Al DiMeola, Richie Sambora, Rudy Schenker, Joan Armatrading, Adrian Legg, and Aaron Tippin. you will find 3 rares models Adamas Q181-4G (Pages #4 & #5) Adamas 6581-OB (Pages 7) Ovation 5741-9 Parlor (page 27)
Year: 1999
This is Ovation Guitar's full-line product catalog, printed in the USA in November 1999 (part number KCG-520), showcasing their complete range of acoustic/electric guitars for the year 2000. The catalog covers all model lines from the premium Custom Elite and Custom Legend series through the Elite, Legend, Elite Special, Balladeer, Celebrity Deluxe, Celebrity, and Specialty instruments including basses, mandolins, and the LongNeck. It features artist endorsements from Lenny Kravitz, Al Di Meola, Don Was, Joel Shearer, Bryant McNeil, and J'Anna Jacoby, as well as detailed descriptions of Ovation's proprietary technologies including the Lyrachord roundback body, Quintad bracing, and various OP-24+ and Optima preamp systems.
Year: 2001
This is a 2001 Ovation guitar catalog (Vol. 2) produced for the Japanese market, distributed through Guitar Heaven at Riverside Mall and the Japanese distributor Nakao Trading Co. The catalog covers the full Ovation lineup including Custom Elite, Custom Legend, Elite, Legend, Elite Special, Balladeer Special, and Specialty models, as well as signature models for Char and Al DiMeola. It highlights Ovation's technology including the Lyrachord roundback body, laser vibrometer testing, and various pickup/preamp systems such as the Optima and OP-24+C.
Year: 2002
This is the 2002 Ovation Guitars product catalog distributed in the UK and Eire through John Hornby Skewes & Co. Ltd. The catalog covers the full Ovation lineup including Custom Elite, Custom Legend, Elite, Legend, Elite Special, Special Balladeer, Pinnacle, Celebrity Deluxe, Celebrity, Tangent, Applause, and Adamas series guitars, as well as specialty instruments like the DoubleNeck, Vipers, and Mandolins. It also details Ovation's pickup and preamp systems (OP20, OP30, OP40, OP50), the Lyrachord roundback body technology, Adamas carbon fibre tops, available finishes, cases, and accessories.
Year: 2013
This is an official Ovation guitar distribution price list effective from January 1, 2013, distributed by Fender Ibérica for the Spanish market. It covers the full range of Ovation and Applause instruments including USA-made models, Pro series, Celebrity series, and accessories with recommended retail prices in Euros excluding VAT. The catalog spans premium limited editions like the Adamas and artist signature models through to entry-level Applause instruments and accessories such as cases and gig bags.
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.
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
Year: 2003
This is a comprehensive Ovation Guitars product catalog covering the company's full range of acoustic-electric guitars, including the Custom Elite, Custom Legend, Elite, Legend, Balladeer, Elite Special, Pinnacle, Celebrity Deluxe, Celebrity, Tangent, and Specialty lines. The catalog highlights Ovation's signature Lyrachord roundback body technology, their OP20/OP30/OP40 preamp systems, and three distinct pickup types (Hi-Output, Tru-Balance, and Thinline). It also includes a complete specifications chart, finish options guide, and an artist endorsee list featuring musicians such as Glen Campbell, Melissa Etheridge, Lenny Kravitz, Shania Twain, and Yngwie Malmsteen.
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.
Year: 1988
This is a comprehensive Ovation guitar catalog produced by Kaman Music Corporation for the Japanese market, featuring the full product lineup including the Elite, Custom Legend, Legend, Classic, and Thunderbolt series. The catalog details specifications, features, and available finishes for each model, along with information on electronics (OP-24 preamp system), cases, and strings. The back cover includes a Japanese music retailer stamp (Taniguchi Music/Taniguchi Gakki) and Japanese text, confirming its distribution in Japan.
Year: 1989
This is a comprehensive German-language Ovation guitar catalog from 1989, distributed by Musik Meyer. It showcases the complete Ovation line including Custom Balladeer, Thunderbolt, Classic, Pinnacle, Ultra, Celebrity, Elite, Custom Legend, and Legend series guitars. The catalog includes detailed specifications, electronics information, string sets, cases, and a company history by C. William Kaman II.
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).
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.
Year: 1997
This is the official Ovation suggested retail price list for the Japanese market, revised July 1, 1997, distributed by Nakao Trading Co., Ltd. It covers the full range of Ovation and Adamas guitars including the Adamas, Legend, Classic, Elite, Nature Series, Balladeer, Celebrity, Applause, Viper, Collectors Edition, and Custom Shop models, with prices listed in Japanese Yen. The catalog also includes accessories, cases, strings, and a warranty/quality standard section in Japanese.
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
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.
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.
Year: 1999
German-language full-line Ovation guitar catalog for 1999 featuring Adamas, Adamas SMT, Custom Shop Specialty Acoustics (Mandoline, Mandocello, Elite LongNeck, Country Artist, Folklore), Bloomfield Round Soundhole series (Custom Legend, Legend, Classic Legend Nylon, Balladeer Special), Bloomfield Multiple Soundhole series (Custom Elite, Elite, Elite Standard), World Series (Balladeer, Celebrity Deluxe, Celebrity, Celebrity Classic), onboard electronics (Optima/OP-X, HexFX, OP24+/OP24E), Applause entry-level roundbacks, plus Ovation hardshell cases and Adamas strings. Distributed in Germany by Musik Meyer GmbH, Marburg.
Year: 1990
Many Thanks to Koenig Kurt from Germany for these very nice photos Some informations from Kurt: "...The Headstock is not original. I had it brushed in matte black, because there were too many different wood colours for me on this guitar..."
Year: 1990
Many Thanks to "Mongoose-69" from Dumfries/Virginia/USA for these great pictures.
Year: 1985
Many Thanks to Povation from Thailand for these very nice photos.
Year: 2003
Many Thanks to my friend Cyril Lecaille from France for these very nice photos.
Year: 1985
Many Thanks to Povation from Thailand for these very nice photos. Povation and his wonderful 1869-4
1869 cust Legend bridge
1869 Cust Legend head Headstock
Year: 1990
1869 cust Legend rosette
1869 custom legend Black Head Headstock
1869 custom legend Black LABEL
1869 custom legend deluxe Headstock
1869 custom legend Label
