Elite 1718-LX

Ovation 1718 LX Series - Third Generation Model Japanese Catalog

Year: 2004

This two-page Japanese brochure introduces the Ovation LX Series as a third-generation model lineup, featuring significant structural innovations including a dual-acting truss rod, X-bracing, lightweight Lyrachord GS body, new epaulette design, and OP-Pro preamp system. The document details nine key technical features of the LX Series and presents a full lineup of 12 variations across Standard Elite, Elite, Custom Elite, Standard Balladeer, Legend, and Custom Legend models. The brochure was published in Player magazine's August 2004 issue and is distributed by Nakao Trading Company in Tokyo.

Ovation Guitars Distribution Price List - January 2013

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.

Ovation LX-Serie Product Catalog

Year: 2004

This German-language catalog introduces the new Ovation LX-Serie acoustic-electric guitars with the tagline 'Round is back!' The brochure highlights technical innovations including the Lyracord GS Bowl, Advanced Neck System, optimized X-Bracing, OCP-1 Pickup, and OP-PRO Preamp with tuner. A model overview table lists six LX models with their specifications, model numbers, soundhole types, and available color finishes.

2005 Ovation Standard Elite 6778 LX Italian Review

Year: 2005

Three-page Italian-language review from SM magazine (Maggio/May issue, pages 60-62) of the Ovation Standard Elite LX (model 6778LX, serial number 578615). Written by Maurizio Piccoli. The review covers the electro-acoustic guitar featuring a solid Sitka spruce top, Lyrachord mid-depth bowl body, X-bracing pattern, five-piece mahogany-maple laminate neck with carbon fiber stabilizers, rosewood fingerboard, Ovation OP-Pro preamp with gain, three-band EQ, Shape pre-EQ circuit, and chromatic tuner. Detailed specifications include 640mm scale length, Tusq nut at 42.9mm width, 17/22 frets, and piezo pickup system. Retail price 1,429.50 euros including VAT, distributed in Italy by Mogar Music, Lainate (MI). Positive review praising build quality, acoustic performance, and the OP-Pro preamp. Many thanks to Riccardo Bucci from Italia for this nice document.

1989 Ovation Elite 1718-4

Year: 1989

Many Thanks to Alex Apatzis from Piraeus/Greece for these nice photos.

Ovation Elite 1718 White

Year: 1990

Many Thanks to  Thierry Guillaumot from France for these very nice photos.

1718-4 Epaulet

1718-4 Epaulet