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Model #1283 · Family: 1283

Preacher Electric Series 6-string Steel Solid Body No Cutaway 1978-1983

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1977 August Ovation US Price List 01 Catalogs

1977 Ovation US Price List August 1977

1977

4 pages
1977 Ovation US Price List August 1977
1977 · US

1977 Ovation US Price List August 1977

Year: 1977

Comprehensive Ovation U.S.A. Price List with suggested list prices effective August 1, 1977. Covers the full Ovation product line: Acoustic Guitars, Acoustic/Electric Guitars (including the new Adamas series at $2,200-$2,350), Solid Body Guitars (Breadwinner, Deacon, Viper, Preacher), Solid Body Basses (Magnum 1 and 2), Matrix by Ovation, Cases, Strings, and Accessories. Published by Ovation Instruments Inc., New Hartford, CT 06057, a Kaman Company.

1983 Ovation German Newsletter 01 Catalogs

1983 Ovation # 1 German Newsletter

1983

24 pages
1983 Ovation # 1 German Newsletter
1983 · Germany

1983 Ovation # 1 German Newsletter

Year: 1983

1983 German-language Ovation newsletter featuring the complete product lineup including Adamas, Elite (new for 1983), Balladeer, Legend, Custom Legend, Anniversary, Classic, Cutaway, and Solid-Body series. Includes Nancy Wilson interview, Sigi Schwab Ovation Prize feature, Tech Talk on the Kaman Bar, endorsee news, J.H. Rickard column on bracing, and Kaman Musical Strings catalog. Distributed by Musik Meyer GmbH, Marburg. Priced at 3 DM.

1984 German Price List 1 Catalogs

Ovation 1984 German Price List

1984

4 pages
Ovation 1984 German Price List
1984 · Germany

Ovation 1984 German Price List

Year: 1984

This is a 4-page German-language wholesale (Brutto) price list dated 2/84 (second edition 1984) covering the full Ovation guitar lineup distributed in Germany. The catalog includes Applause, Ultra, Ovation electro-acoustic western and nylon string models, Adamas and Super Adamas series, Cutaway models, Ovation electric guitars (E-Gitarren) and basses, along with cases and strings. Prices are listed in Deutsche Mark and the document notes left-handed models, available colors, and electronics configurations.

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Ovation Breadwinner & Preacher Guitar Review

1978

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Ovation Breadwinner & Preacher Guitar Review
1978 · UK

Ovation Breadwinner & Preacher Guitar Review

Year: 1978

A detailed review by Dave Blake published in Sound International magazine (June 1978) covering the Ovation Breadwinner and Preacher electric guitars, distributed in the UK by Rose-Morris. The review examines the construction, electronics, playability, and sound of both instruments, noting the Breadwinner's active FET pre-amp system and unique body shape, and the Preacher's 24-fret stereo-wired design with passive double-poled pickups. The article also addresses warranty and guarantee issues between Ovation's US lifetime guarantee and Rose-Morris's UK one-year coverage.

Untitled 1784304881 page 01 Catalogs

Ovation Guitar Japanese Advertisement - '79 Music Fair in Tokyo Guide Book

1979

3 pages
Ovation Guitar Japanese Advertisement - '79 Music Fair in Tokyo Guide Book
1979 · Jp

Ovation Guitar Japanese Advertisement - '79 Music Fair in Tokyo Guide Book

Year: 1979

This is a Japanese-language Ovation guitar advertisement page appearing in the 1979 Music Fair in Tokyo (HOT VIBRATION '79楽器フェア) Guide Book. The ad features the Ovation Magnum bass, Preacher solid-body guitar, and Adamas acoustic-electric models with detailed Japanese descriptions of their features and specifications. Pricing is listed in Japanese Yen, with distribution handled by Arai Trading Co., Kyowa Shokai, and Nakao Trading Co.

Late 70 Ovation UK Catalog 1 Catalogs

Ovation Guitars Complete Product Catalog - Acoustic, Electric, and Bass Models

1978

12 pages
Ovation Guitars Complete Product Catalog - Acoustic, Electric, and Bass Models
1978 · UK

Ovation Guitars Complete Product Catalog - Acoustic, Electric, and Bass Models

Year: 1978

This comprehensive Ovation catalog showcases their full range of guitars including acoustic models with the distinctive Lyrachord bowl, the innovative Matrix series with aluminum frames, the high-end Adamas line, electric solid body guitars (Breadwinner, Deacon, Preacher, Viper series), and Magnum bass models. The catalog also features extensive accessories including picks, straps, cases, stands, and the complete specifications for each model with detailed construction information.

Preacher Registration Card 1 Catalogs

Ovation Preacher Electric Guitar Brochure

~1970

10 pages
Ovation Preacher Electric Guitar Brochure
~1970 · US

Ovation Preacher Electric Guitar Brochure

Year: 1970

This is a product brochure for the Ovation Preacher solid-body electric guitar, manufactured by Ovation Instruments Inc. of New Hartford, Connecticut. The brochure details 20 features of the guitar including its Honduras mahogany body and neck, ebony fingerboard, dual humbucking pickups, stereo output capability, and Schaller machine heads, along with a numbered diagram identifying each component. It also includes 'The Preacher Story' describing Ovation's innovative humbucking pickup design, a Limited Lifetime Warranty, service information, and a prepaid registration card.

Preacher Manual 1 Catalogs

Ovation Preacher Solid Body Guitar Owner's Manual

~1974

12 pages
Ovation Preacher Solid Body Guitar Owner's Manual
~1974 · US

Ovation Preacher Solid Body Guitar Owner's Manual

Year: 1974

This is the official owner's manual for the Ovation Preacher solid body electric guitar, manufactured by Ovation Instruments Inc., a Kaman Company, based in New Hartford, CT. The manual covers all aspects of the guitar including features, electronics, pickups, tuning, maintenance, string replacement, neck construction, tension rod adjustment, and warranty information. The Preacher features a Honduras mahogany body and neck, dual humbucking pickups, and a unique mono/stereo output jack system.

Solid Bodies Japanese Catalog 1 Catalogs

Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitar and Bass Catalog - Japanese Edition

1979

20 pages
Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitar and Bass Catalog - Japanese Edition
1979 · Japan

Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitar and Bass Catalog - Japanese Edition

Year: 1979

This is a Japanese-language catalog showcasing Ovation's solid body electric guitar and bass lineup. The catalog features detailed specifications, control systems, and finish options for models including the Preacher series, Deacon series, Viper series, UK II, and Magnum bass series. Each instrument is presented with futuristic space-themed photography and comprehensive technical details including pickup configurations, active/passive electronics, and hardware specifications.

70 80 Ovation Electrics Models Catalog 01 Catalogs

Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitars Catalog

1981

9 pages
Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitars Catalog
1981 · US

Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitars Catalog

Year: 1981

Product catalog showcasing Ovation's complete solid body electric guitar and bass lineup including the Viper, Preacher, Preacher Deluxe (6 and 12-string), U.K.II, and Magnum 3 and 4 basses. Features detailed specifications, model numbers, color options, and a free Graham Russell/Air Supply poster promotion. Published by Ovation Instruments, Inc. (a Kaman Company) in Bloomfield, Connecticut.

1980 1 15 Ovation US Price List Catalogs

Ovation Suggested Price List – Effective January 15, 1980

1980

1 pages
Ovation Suggested Price List – Effective January 15, 1980
1980 · US

Ovation Suggested Price List – Effective January 15, 1980

Year: 1980

This is a single-page Ovation suggested retail price list effective January 15, 1980, covering four product categories: Acoustic guitars, Acoustic/Electric guitars, Solid Body guitars, and Cases. Prices range from $395.00 for the Model 1271E solid body to $1,095.00 for the Model 1658 acoustic/electric. The document lists model numbers and their corresponding list prices in US dollars.

Viper Preacher 1 Catalogs

Ovation Viper and Preacher Electric Guitars Introduction Brochure

~1975

6 pages
Ovation Viper and Preacher Electric Guitars Introduction Brochure
~1975 · US

Ovation Viper and Preacher Electric Guitars Introduction Brochure

Year: 1975

This brochure introduces two new solid body electric guitar models from Ovation: the Viper and the Preacher. Both guitars feature innovative pickup designs and represent Ovation's entry into solid body electrics, departing from their traditional acoustic designs. The Viper includes specially designed high-output pickups with extra windings, while the Preacher features double-coil humbucking pickups that are 20db quieter than traditional humbuckers. Thanks a lot Karl for these pictures

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The David Gilmour Guitar Collection – Christie's Auction Catalogue (Ovation Guitar Sections)

2019

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The David Gilmour Guitar Collection – Christie's Auction Catalogue (Ovation Guitar Sections)
2019 · US

The David Gilmour Guitar Collection – Christie's Auction Catalogue (Ovation Guitar Sections)

Year: 2019

This document consists of selected pages from Christie's auction catalogue for The David Gilmour Guitar Collection, sold in New York on June 20, 2019. The pages focus on a group of Ovation guitars owned and used by David Gilmour and Pink Floyd, including acoustic-electric, nylon-string, and solid-body electric models purchased primarily from Ovation Instruments, Inc. in New Hartford, Connecticut between 1975 and 1978. Notable highlights include the hi-strung Ovation Custom Legend used to write and record the original demo of 'Comfortably Numb,' as well as instruments used on Pink Floyd tours supporting 'Animals,' 'The Wall,' and various solo projects.

1977 Preacher UK Review 01 Catalogs

1977 Ovation Preacher Solid Body UK Review

1977

3 pages
1977 Ovation Preacher Solid Body UK Review
1977 · UK

1977 Ovation Preacher Solid Body UK Review

Year: 1977

Equipment review of the Ovation Preacher solid body electric guitar from International Musician and Recording World magazine, September 1977 issue (40p cover price). Written by Delft in the "Guitar Check" column. Review price: £520 including VAT. Detailed technical assessment covering the bolt-on mahogany neck, ebony fingerboard with 24 frets, twin-coil humbucking pickups with toroidal construction (18k bridge, 19k fingerboard), tri-point mounted bridge with solid brass saddles, Schaller machine heads, mono and stereo output jacks, and polyester lacquer finish. Reviewer notes the unusual semi-acoustic tone quality, comparing it to Gretsch and vintage guitars. Includes measurements: scale length 630mm, string spacing at bridge 53mm, at nut 35mm, fingerboard width at nut 43mm. Published in the UK.

1977 Ovation Preacher UK Review Catalogs

Beat Instrumental – Instrument Review 3: Ovation Preacher (December 1977)

1977

2 pages
Beat Instrumental – Instrument Review 3: Ovation Preacher (December 1977)
1977 · UK

Beat Instrumental – Instrument Review 3: Ovation Preacher (December 1977)

Year: 1977

This is a guitar instrument review published in the December 1977 issue of Beat Instrumental magazine, a UK music publication priced at 35p. The review covers the Ovation Preacher electric guitar, discussing its design, playability, tone, stereo wiring capability, and overall value at an RRP of £520 inc. VAT. The reviewer concludes it performs like a £500 guitar, compares it favorably to better Gibsons, and notes it was tested with Orange and Maine amplifiers.

Preacher Deluxe Features & Spec 1 Catalogs

Ovation Preacher Deluxe Guitar Brochure

1980

2 pages
Ovation Preacher Deluxe Guitar Brochure
1980 · US

Ovation Preacher Deluxe Guitar Brochure

Year: 1980

Product brochure for the Ovation Preacher Deluxe electric guitar, model 1283. Features detailed specifications for both 6-string and 12-string versions, highlighting the guitar's active electronics with FET preamplifier, dual humbucking pickups, Series-Parallel Selector switches, and Honduras mahogany construction. The brochure emphasizes versatility for composers, performers, and studio musicians.

Preacher Features & Spec 1 Catalogs

Ovation Preacher Electric Guitar Advertisement

1980

2 pages
Ovation Preacher Electric Guitar Advertisement
1980 · US

Ovation Preacher Electric Guitar Advertisement

Year: 1980

This two-page advertisement showcases the Ovation Preacher electric guitar (Model 1251), highlighting its innovative stereo/mono output capabilities that allow routing pickups to separate amplifiers or channels. The Preacher features dual humbucking pickups, Honduras mahogany body and neck, individual volume and tone controls, and a three-position selector switch. Available finishes include Sunburst-1, Red-2, Natural-4, and White-6.

Ovation Preacher Ad Catalogs

Ovation Preacher Stereo Guitar Advertisement

1976

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Ovation Preacher Stereo Guitar Advertisement
1976 · US

Ovation Preacher Stereo Guitar Advertisement

Year: 1976

This is a single-page print advertisement for the Ovation Preacher, a solid body stereo electric guitar marketed as the first solid body electric guitar to make stereo a reality. The ad highlights the guitar's mono/stereo jack capability, double coil pickups that are 20dB quieter than standard humbuckers, a full two-octave glued and bolted neck, individually adjustable brass saddles, and jumbo frets. Published by Ovation Instruments Inc., a Kaman Company, based in New Hartford, Connecticut.

1979 Preacher US Long Ad Catalogs

Ovation Preacher Stereo Guitar Advertisement - Rolling Stone, May 3, 1979

1979

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Ovation Preacher Stereo Guitar Advertisement - Rolling Stone, May 3, 1979
1979 · US

Ovation Preacher Stereo Guitar Advertisement - Rolling Stone, May 3, 1979

Year: 1979

This is a single-page advertisement for the Ovation Preacher solid body electric guitar, published in Rolling Stone magazine on May 3, 1979. The ad highlights the Preacher's stereo capability via a mono/stereo output jack that splits pickup output to two amplifiers or both channels of a single amp, featuring double coil pickups and a wide tonal range. Ovation, a Kaman Company, positioned the Preacher as the first solid body electric guitar to make stereo a reality, with preset volume, tone, reverb, and tremolo on each channel.

1977 Ovation Electric UK Ad 01 Catalogs

Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitars - Rose-Morris UK Advertisement (1977)

1977

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Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitars - Rose-Morris UK Advertisement (1977)
1977 · UK

Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitars - Rose-Morris UK Advertisement (1977)

Year: 1977

A two-page UK advertisement for Ovation solid body electric guitars, distributed by Rose-Morris & Co. Ltd. of London, featuring four models: the Breadwinner, Deacon, Viper, and Preacher. The ad copy, headlined 'How Ovation took a hint from the 50's,' describes each model's features including FET pre-amps, Schaller Machine Heads, bronze bridges, and fully adjustable detachable necks. A mail-in coupon addressed to Rose-Morris in London NW5 and the date code 'IM 977' suggest publication in 1977.

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Preacher Deluxe Ovation Edouard 1 Guitars

Ovation1283 Preacher Deluxe Repaired & Customised

~1970

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Ovation1283 Preacher Deluxe Repaired & Customised
~1970

Ovation1283 Preacher Deluxe Repaired & Customised

Year: 1970

This guitar is mine. It has been repaired by Mike, the previous owner of this beauty who has done a fantastic job with help of Ovation Fan Club's members and Ovation's Customer service. Please, read this guitar's story at the end of the page. Some pics of this guitar before. By this way, you can appreciate the fantastic job done by Mike!!         And what she looks now... The story of this guitar by Mike (excerpt from a post on the OFC board): "Start with a classic Ebay auction in which the pictures are bad, the Seller is doing this for a friend and they really sell dolls and garage clutter 99% of the time. Very nice people to work with though. The instrument arrives in a case I immediately have to put out in the garage. The switches are boken off, the gold plating is worn and the fifth fret inlay has been removed. Also someone recoated the polyurethane finish on the neck with lacquer.   Thanks to the efforts of Customer Service, Rick "Chatman" and "BruDev" the electronics are refreshed, revived and renergized!   In the mean Time I get to polish my skills on Paul Moody's instrument which is now the "GFKAV" or guitar formerly known as viper! Removed from it is a fairly nice Deluxe neck that he had picked up from Miles some time back. It now sports a rejuvinated Deacon neck which I must say feels "right" on this body. Throw in a realignment of the knobs and switches to a "Bluebird Viper III" configuration along with an upgrade to Seymour Duncan Phat Cats. It receives a figured Walnut pickguard from the same batch as my Sunburst Deacon 12.   Along comes Tony Calman's Manly Wood Tone Viper back for a little lifetime warrantee work. Tony has been a great encourager and supporter of my garage efforts and if necessary I would take a bullet for him. Hopefully small caliber and not in a vital area, but all the same. I rework Tony's Viper and use a second batch of Walnut veneer for his pickguard and TRC. Now when you dremel out the openings for the Viper sized Pups you can make a TRC out of each plug. The other TRC ended up on the Preacher Deluxe.   So where is this going? Edouard's (Dude) Preacher Deluxe has parts, pieces and soul from Hartford CT, Ebay, Stewmac, MWoody, Chatman, BruDev, Moody PI, Miles and Tony Calman at the very least. And without the advice, criticism and sarcasm (what we do best?) from others on this board, where would I be?   I offer to you the first International OFC Guitar!  MWoody (Mike) 17 novembre 2005  

Patents & Innovations (1)

1 Patents

Foamed Plastic Guitar Construction

1977

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Foamed Plastic Guitar Construction
1977 · US

Foamed Plastic Guitar Construction

Year: 1977

A guitar with separate body and neck each made of a metallic frame combined with a mass of structural foamed plastic. A solid metal-to-metal joint between the two frames allows disassembly for repair or replacement. The two frames provide a continuous metallic span from the nut to the bridge to inhibit bending under string tension and reduce damping for enhanced sustain. External surfaces may be given a wood grain effect, avoiding the disadvantages of real wood such as warping, cracking, and sensitivity to temperature and humidity changes. Assigned to Kaman Aerospace Corporation. Patent granted Feb. 19, 1980; filed Nov. 29, 1977. 4 claims, 14 drawing figures.

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1977 August Ovation US Price List 01 Catalogs

1977 Ovation US Price List August 1977

1977

4 pages
1977 Ovation US Price List August 1977
1977 · US

1977 Ovation US Price List August 1977

Year: 1977

Comprehensive Ovation U.S.A. Price List with suggested list prices effective August 1, 1977. Covers the full Ovation product line: Acoustic Guitars, Acoustic/Electric Guitars (including the new Adamas series at $2,200-$2,350), Solid Body Guitars (Breadwinner, Deacon, Viper, Preacher), Solid Body Basses (Magnum 1 and 2), Matrix by Ovation, Cases, Strings, and Accessories. Published by Ovation Instruments Inc., New Hartford, CT 06057, a Kaman Company.

1983 Ovation German Newsletter 01 Catalogs

1983 Ovation # 1 German Newsletter

1983

24 pages
1983 Ovation # 1 German Newsletter
1983 · Germany

1983 Ovation # 1 German Newsletter

Year: 1983

1983 German-language Ovation newsletter featuring the complete product lineup including Adamas, Elite (new for 1983), Balladeer, Legend, Custom Legend, Anniversary, Classic, Cutaway, and Solid-Body series. Includes Nancy Wilson interview, Sigi Schwab Ovation Prize feature, Tech Talk on the Kaman Bar, endorsee news, J.H. Rickard column on bracing, and Kaman Musical Strings catalog. Distributed by Musik Meyer GmbH, Marburg. Priced at 3 DM.

1984 German Price List 1 Catalogs

Ovation 1984 German Price List

1984

4 pages
Ovation 1984 German Price List
1984 · Germany

Ovation 1984 German Price List

Year: 1984

This is a 4-page German-language wholesale (Brutto) price list dated 2/84 (second edition 1984) covering the full Ovation guitar lineup distributed in Germany. The catalog includes Applause, Ultra, Ovation electro-acoustic western and nylon string models, Adamas and Super Adamas series, Cutaway models, Ovation electric guitars (E-Gitarren) and basses, along with cases and strings. Prices are listed in Deutsche Mark and the document notes left-handed models, available colors, and electronics configurations.

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Ovation Breadwinner & Preacher Guitar Review

1978

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Ovation Breadwinner & Preacher Guitar Review
1978 · UK

Ovation Breadwinner & Preacher Guitar Review

Year: 1978

A detailed review by Dave Blake published in Sound International magazine (June 1978) covering the Ovation Breadwinner and Preacher electric guitars, distributed in the UK by Rose-Morris. The review examines the construction, electronics, playability, and sound of both instruments, noting the Breadwinner's active FET pre-amp system and unique body shape, and the Preacher's 24-fret stereo-wired design with passive double-poled pickups. The article also addresses warranty and guarantee issues between Ovation's US lifetime guarantee and Rose-Morris's UK one-year coverage.

Untitled 1784304881 page 01 Catalogs

Ovation Guitar Japanese Advertisement - '79 Music Fair in Tokyo Guide Book

1979

3 pages
Ovation Guitar Japanese Advertisement - '79 Music Fair in Tokyo Guide Book
1979 · Jp

Ovation Guitar Japanese Advertisement - '79 Music Fair in Tokyo Guide Book

Year: 1979

This is a Japanese-language Ovation guitar advertisement page appearing in the 1979 Music Fair in Tokyo (HOT VIBRATION '79楽器フェア) Guide Book. The ad features the Ovation Magnum bass, Preacher solid-body guitar, and Adamas acoustic-electric models with detailed Japanese descriptions of their features and specifications. Pricing is listed in Japanese Yen, with distribution handled by Arai Trading Co., Kyowa Shokai, and Nakao Trading Co.

Late 70 Ovation UK Catalog 1 Catalogs

Ovation Guitars Complete Product Catalog - Acoustic, Electric, and Bass Models

1978

12 pages
Ovation Guitars Complete Product Catalog - Acoustic, Electric, and Bass Models
1978 · UK

Ovation Guitars Complete Product Catalog - Acoustic, Electric, and Bass Models

Year: 1978

This comprehensive Ovation catalog showcases their full range of guitars including acoustic models with the distinctive Lyrachord bowl, the innovative Matrix series with aluminum frames, the high-end Adamas line, electric solid body guitars (Breadwinner, Deacon, Preacher, Viper series), and Magnum bass models. The catalog also features extensive accessories including picks, straps, cases, stands, and the complete specifications for each model with detailed construction information.

Preacher Registration Card 1 Catalogs

Ovation Preacher Electric Guitar Brochure

~1970

10 pages
Ovation Preacher Electric Guitar Brochure
~1970 · US

Ovation Preacher Electric Guitar Brochure

Year: 1970

This is a product brochure for the Ovation Preacher solid-body electric guitar, manufactured by Ovation Instruments Inc. of New Hartford, Connecticut. The brochure details 20 features of the guitar including its Honduras mahogany body and neck, ebony fingerboard, dual humbucking pickups, stereo output capability, and Schaller machine heads, along with a numbered diagram identifying each component. It also includes 'The Preacher Story' describing Ovation's innovative humbucking pickup design, a Limited Lifetime Warranty, service information, and a prepaid registration card.

Preacher Manual 1 Catalogs

Ovation Preacher Solid Body Guitar Owner's Manual

~1974

12 pages
Ovation Preacher Solid Body Guitar Owner's Manual
~1974 · US

Ovation Preacher Solid Body Guitar Owner's Manual

Year: 1974

This is the official owner's manual for the Ovation Preacher solid body electric guitar, manufactured by Ovation Instruments Inc., a Kaman Company, based in New Hartford, CT. The manual covers all aspects of the guitar including features, electronics, pickups, tuning, maintenance, string replacement, neck construction, tension rod adjustment, and warranty information. The Preacher features a Honduras mahogany body and neck, dual humbucking pickups, and a unique mono/stereo output jack system.

Solid Bodies Japanese Catalog 1 Catalogs

Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitar and Bass Catalog - Japanese Edition

1979

20 pages
Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitar and Bass Catalog - Japanese Edition
1979 · Japan

Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitar and Bass Catalog - Japanese Edition

Year: 1979

This is a Japanese-language catalog showcasing Ovation's solid body electric guitar and bass lineup. The catalog features detailed specifications, control systems, and finish options for models including the Preacher series, Deacon series, Viper series, UK II, and Magnum bass series. Each instrument is presented with futuristic space-themed photography and comprehensive technical details including pickup configurations, active/passive electronics, and hardware specifications.

70 80 Ovation Electrics Models Catalog 01 Catalogs

Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitars Catalog

1981

9 pages
Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitars Catalog
1981 · US

Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitars Catalog

Year: 1981

Product catalog showcasing Ovation's complete solid body electric guitar and bass lineup including the Viper, Preacher, Preacher Deluxe (6 and 12-string), U.K.II, and Magnum 3 and 4 basses. Features detailed specifications, model numbers, color options, and a free Graham Russell/Air Supply poster promotion. Published by Ovation Instruments, Inc. (a Kaman Company) in Bloomfield, Connecticut.

1980 1 15 Ovation US Price List Catalogs

Ovation Suggested Price List – Effective January 15, 1980

1980

1 pages
Ovation Suggested Price List – Effective January 15, 1980
1980 · US

Ovation Suggested Price List – Effective January 15, 1980

Year: 1980

This is a single-page Ovation suggested retail price list effective January 15, 1980, covering four product categories: Acoustic guitars, Acoustic/Electric guitars, Solid Body guitars, and Cases. Prices range from $395.00 for the Model 1271E solid body to $1,095.00 for the Model 1658 acoustic/electric. The document lists model numbers and their corresponding list prices in US dollars.

Viper Preacher 1 Catalogs

Ovation Viper and Preacher Electric Guitars Introduction Brochure

~1975

6 pages
Ovation Viper and Preacher Electric Guitars Introduction Brochure
~1975 · US

Ovation Viper and Preacher Electric Guitars Introduction Brochure

Year: 1975

This brochure introduces two new solid body electric guitar models from Ovation: the Viper and the Preacher. Both guitars feature innovative pickup designs and represent Ovation's entry into solid body electrics, departing from their traditional acoustic designs. The Viper includes specially designed high-output pickups with extra windings, while the Preacher features double-coil humbucking pickups that are 20db quieter than traditional humbuckers. Thanks a lot Karl for these pictures

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The David Gilmour Guitar Collection – Christie's Auction Catalogue (Ovation Guitar Sections)

2019

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The David Gilmour Guitar Collection – Christie's Auction Catalogue (Ovation Guitar Sections)
2019 · US

The David Gilmour Guitar Collection – Christie's Auction Catalogue (Ovation Guitar Sections)

Year: 2019

This document consists of selected pages from Christie's auction catalogue for The David Gilmour Guitar Collection, sold in New York on June 20, 2019. The pages focus on a group of Ovation guitars owned and used by David Gilmour and Pink Floyd, including acoustic-electric, nylon-string, and solid-body electric models purchased primarily from Ovation Instruments, Inc. in New Hartford, Connecticut between 1975 and 1978. Notable highlights include the hi-strung Ovation Custom Legend used to write and record the original demo of 'Comfortably Numb,' as well as instruments used on Pink Floyd tours supporting 'Animals,' 'The Wall,' and various solo projects.

1977 Preacher UK Review 01 Catalogs

1977 Ovation Preacher Solid Body UK Review

1977

3 pages
1977 Ovation Preacher Solid Body UK Review
1977 · UK

1977 Ovation Preacher Solid Body UK Review

Year: 1977

Equipment review of the Ovation Preacher solid body electric guitar from International Musician and Recording World magazine, September 1977 issue (40p cover price). Written by Delft in the "Guitar Check" column. Review price: £520 including VAT. Detailed technical assessment covering the bolt-on mahogany neck, ebony fingerboard with 24 frets, twin-coil humbucking pickups with toroidal construction (18k bridge, 19k fingerboard), tri-point mounted bridge with solid brass saddles, Schaller machine heads, mono and stereo output jacks, and polyester lacquer finish. Reviewer notes the unusual semi-acoustic tone quality, comparing it to Gretsch and vintage guitars. Includes measurements: scale length 630mm, string spacing at bridge 53mm, at nut 35mm, fingerboard width at nut 43mm. Published in the UK.

1977 Ovation Preacher UK Review Catalogs

Beat Instrumental – Instrument Review 3: Ovation Preacher (December 1977)

1977

2 pages
Beat Instrumental – Instrument Review 3: Ovation Preacher (December 1977)
1977 · UK

Beat Instrumental – Instrument Review 3: Ovation Preacher (December 1977)

Year: 1977

This is a guitar instrument review published in the December 1977 issue of Beat Instrumental magazine, a UK music publication priced at 35p. The review covers the Ovation Preacher electric guitar, discussing its design, playability, tone, stereo wiring capability, and overall value at an RRP of £520 inc. VAT. The reviewer concludes it performs like a £500 guitar, compares it favorably to better Gibsons, and notes it was tested with Orange and Maine amplifiers.

Preacher Deluxe Features & Spec 1 Catalogs

Ovation Preacher Deluxe Guitar Brochure

1980

2 pages
Ovation Preacher Deluxe Guitar Brochure
1980 · US

Ovation Preacher Deluxe Guitar Brochure

Year: 1980

Product brochure for the Ovation Preacher Deluxe electric guitar, model 1283. Features detailed specifications for both 6-string and 12-string versions, highlighting the guitar's active electronics with FET preamplifier, dual humbucking pickups, Series-Parallel Selector switches, and Honduras mahogany construction. The brochure emphasizes versatility for composers, performers, and studio musicians.

Preacher Features & Spec 1 Catalogs

Ovation Preacher Electric Guitar Advertisement

1980

2 pages
Ovation Preacher Electric Guitar Advertisement
1980 · US

Ovation Preacher Electric Guitar Advertisement

Year: 1980

This two-page advertisement showcases the Ovation Preacher electric guitar (Model 1251), highlighting its innovative stereo/mono output capabilities that allow routing pickups to separate amplifiers or channels. The Preacher features dual humbucking pickups, Honduras mahogany body and neck, individual volume and tone controls, and a three-position selector switch. Available finishes include Sunburst-1, Red-2, Natural-4, and White-6.

Ovation Preacher Ad Catalogs

Ovation Preacher Stereo Guitar Advertisement

1976

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Ovation Preacher Stereo Guitar Advertisement
1976 · US

Ovation Preacher Stereo Guitar Advertisement

Year: 1976

This is a single-page print advertisement for the Ovation Preacher, a solid body stereo electric guitar marketed as the first solid body electric guitar to make stereo a reality. The ad highlights the guitar's mono/stereo jack capability, double coil pickups that are 20dB quieter than standard humbuckers, a full two-octave glued and bolted neck, individually adjustable brass saddles, and jumbo frets. Published by Ovation Instruments Inc., a Kaman Company, based in New Hartford, Connecticut.

1979 Preacher US Long Ad Catalogs

Ovation Preacher Stereo Guitar Advertisement - Rolling Stone, May 3, 1979

1979

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Ovation Preacher Stereo Guitar Advertisement - Rolling Stone, May 3, 1979
1979 · US

Ovation Preacher Stereo Guitar Advertisement - Rolling Stone, May 3, 1979

Year: 1979

This is a single-page advertisement for the Ovation Preacher solid body electric guitar, published in Rolling Stone magazine on May 3, 1979. The ad highlights the Preacher's stereo capability via a mono/stereo output jack that splits pickup output to two amplifiers or both channels of a single amp, featuring double coil pickups and a wide tonal range. Ovation, a Kaman Company, positioned the Preacher as the first solid body electric guitar to make stereo a reality, with preset volume, tone, reverb, and tremolo on each channel.

1977 Ovation Electric UK Ad 01 Catalogs

Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitars - Rose-Morris UK Advertisement (1977)

1977

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Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitars - Rose-Morris UK Advertisement (1977)
1977 · UK

Ovation Solid Body Electric Guitars - Rose-Morris UK Advertisement (1977)

Year: 1977

A two-page UK advertisement for Ovation solid body electric guitars, distributed by Rose-Morris & Co. Ltd. of London, featuring four models: the Breadwinner, Deacon, Viper, and Preacher. The ad copy, headlined 'How Ovation took a hint from the 50's,' describes each model's features including FET pre-amps, Schaller Machine Heads, bronze bridges, and fully adjustable detachable necks. A mail-in coupon addressed to Rose-Morris in London NW5 and the date code 'IM 977' suggest publication in 1977.

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Preacher Deluxe Ovation Edouard 1 Guitars

Ovation1283 Preacher Deluxe Repaired & Customised

~1970

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Ovation1283 Preacher Deluxe Repaired & Customised
~1970

Ovation1283 Preacher Deluxe Repaired & Customised

Year: 1970

This guitar is mine. It has been repaired by Mike, the previous owner of this beauty who has done a fantastic job with help of Ovation Fan Club's members and Ovation's Customer service. Please, read this guitar's story at the end of the page. Some pics of this guitar before. By this way, you can appreciate the fantastic job done by Mike!!         And what she looks now... The story of this guitar by Mike (excerpt from a post on the OFC board): "Start with a classic Ebay auction in which the pictures are bad, the Seller is doing this for a friend and they really sell dolls and garage clutter 99% of the time. Very nice people to work with though. The instrument arrives in a case I immediately have to put out in the garage. The switches are boken off, the gold plating is worn and the fifth fret inlay has been removed. Also someone recoated the polyurethane finish on the neck with lacquer.   Thanks to the efforts of Customer Service, Rick "Chatman" and "BruDev" the electronics are refreshed, revived and renergized!   In the mean Time I get to polish my skills on Paul Moody's instrument which is now the "GFKAV" or guitar formerly known as viper! Removed from it is a fairly nice Deluxe neck that he had picked up from Miles some time back. It now sports a rejuvinated Deacon neck which I must say feels "right" on this body. Throw in a realignment of the knobs and switches to a "Bluebird Viper III" configuration along with an upgrade to Seymour Duncan Phat Cats. It receives a figured Walnut pickguard from the same batch as my Sunburst Deacon 12.   Along comes Tony Calman's Manly Wood Tone Viper back for a little lifetime warrantee work. Tony has been a great encourager and supporter of my garage efforts and if necessary I would take a bullet for him. Hopefully small caliber and not in a vital area, but all the same. I rework Tony's Viper and use a second batch of Walnut veneer for his pickguard and TRC. Now when you dremel out the openings for the Viper sized Pups you can make a TRC out of each plug. The other TRC ended up on the Preacher Deluxe.   So where is this going? Edouard's (Dude) Preacher Deluxe has parts, pieces and soul from Hartford CT, Ebay, Stewmac, MWoody, Chatman, BruDev, Moody PI, Miles and Tony Calman at the very least. And without the advice, criticism and sarcasm (what we do best?) from others on this board, where would I be?   I offer to you the first International OFC Guitar!  MWoody (Mike) 17 novembre 2005  

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Foamed Plastic Guitar Construction

1977

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Foamed Plastic Guitar Construction
1977 · US

Foamed Plastic Guitar Construction

Year: 1977

A guitar with separate body and neck each made of a metallic frame combined with a mass of structural foamed plastic. A solid metal-to-metal joint between the two frames allows disassembly for repair or replacement. The two frames provide a continuous metallic span from the nut to the bridge to inhibit bending under string tension and reduce damping for enhanced sustain. External surfaces may be given a wood grain effect, avoiding the disadvantages of real wood such as warping, cracking, and sensitivity to temperature and humidity changes. Assigned to Kaman Aerospace Corporation. Patent granted Feb. 19, 1980; filed Nov. 29, 1977. 4 claims, 14 drawing figures.