Year: 2002
German-language new products flyer for 2002 featuring the Collectors Edition, Balladeer & Elite Special, Celebrity, Celebrity dlx, and Celebrity Limited Edition guitars with OP-20, OP-30, and OP-40 preamps, plus Adamas strings. Distributed by Musik Meyer GmbH for Germany, Austria, and Benelux. Prices in Euros. Many thanks to André Melisse from Netherland for this very nice doc
Year: 1999
A two-page review from the November 1999 issue of Guitarist magazine covering the Ovation S-778 Elite Special electro-acoustic guitar, priced at £919. The review details the guitar's specifications, tonal characteristics, playability, and build quality, comparing it to rivals such as the Takamine ND25C, Yamaha APX10A, Washburn EA36, and Tacoma C1CE2. The article concludes that while the guitar has some minor shortcomings, it represents good value and delivers a distinctive, energetic tone well-suited for lead playing and fingerpicking.
Year: 2000
Japanese-market catalog showcasing Ovation Custom Shop acoustic-electric guitars. Features 22 models with detailed specifications including top wood, sound hole type, body shape, scale length, fingerboard, color, finish, pickup type, and preamp model. All prices listed in Japanese Yen. Models range from the flagship 1769-5AD Al Dimeola Signature (455,000 yen) to mid-range S771N series (150,000 yen). Features various body styles including Deep Bowl Cutaway, Mid-Depth Bowl Cutaway, Super Shallow Bowl Cutaway, and Ovation Palor Body. Preamps include Optima, OP-X, OP-24 Plus, OP-24E, and HEX-FX. Distributed by Nakao Trading Co., Tokyo, Japan. Published by Kaman Music Corporation.
Year: 2006
This is the Ovation USA 40th Anniversary guitar catalog, printed in December 2005 and distributed in 2006, showcasing the new LX Series lineup of acoustic-electric guitars. The catalog features detailed coverage of the Custom Legend, Custom Elite, Legend, Elite, Standard Balladeer, Standard Elite, Elite T, Balladeer Special, Elite Special, and Specialty models, along with technical pages on innovations including the Lyrachord GS Bowl, Scalloped X-Bracing, Advanced Neck System, and OP-PRO preamp/OPP pickup. Notable artist Al DiMeola is featured, and the catalog traces Ovation's history from the 1960s through the 21st century.
Showing items from all S778 variants
Year: 2002
German-language new products flyer for 2002 featuring the Collectors Edition, Balladeer & Elite Special, Celebrity, Celebrity dlx, and Celebrity Limited Edition guitars with OP-20, OP-30, and OP-40 preamps, plus Adamas strings. Distributed by Musik Meyer GmbH for Germany, Austria, and Benelux. Prices in Euros. Many thanks to André Melisse from Netherland for this very nice doc
Year: 2007
Comprehensive full-line US price list and specifications catalog covering the complete 2007 Ovation guitar range including Collectors Edition, Adamas, Custom Elite, Custom Legend, Legend, Elite, Balladeer, Standard Elite, Elite T Series, Ultra, Celebrity Deluxe, Celebrity, Bass, Viper, Mandolin, Long Neck, Doubleneck, Trekker, Artist LX, Folklore LX, and Classic LX models, with finishes, cases, and accessories. Published by Kaman Music Corp., Bloomfield, CT. Prices effective January 1, 2007.
Year: 1999
A two-page review from the November 1999 issue of Guitarist magazine covering the Ovation S-778 Elite Special electro-acoustic guitar, priced at £919. The review details the guitar's specifications, tonal characteristics, playability, and build quality, comparing it to rivals such as the Takamine ND25C, Yamaha APX10A, Washburn EA36, and Tacoma C1CE2. The article concludes that while the guitar has some minor shortcomings, it represents good value and delivers a distinctive, energetic tone well-suited for lead playing and fingerpicking.
Year: 2000
Japanese-market catalog showcasing Ovation Custom Shop acoustic-electric guitars. Features 22 models with detailed specifications including top wood, sound hole type, body shape, scale length, fingerboard, color, finish, pickup type, and preamp model. All prices listed in Japanese Yen. Models range from the flagship 1769-5AD Al Dimeola Signature (455,000 yen) to mid-range S771N series (150,000 yen). Features various body styles including Deep Bowl Cutaway, Mid-Depth Bowl Cutaway, Super Shallow Bowl Cutaway, and Ovation Palor Body. Preamps include Optima, OP-X, OP-24 Plus, OP-24E, and HEX-FX. Distributed by Nakao Trading Co., Tokyo, Japan. Published by Kaman Music Corporation.
Year: 2006
This is the Ovation USA 40th Anniversary guitar catalog, printed in December 2005 and distributed in 2006, showcasing the new LX Series lineup of acoustic-electric guitars. The catalog features detailed coverage of the Custom Legend, Custom Elite, Legend, Elite, Standard Balladeer, Standard Elite, Elite T, Balladeer Special, Elite Special, and Specialty models, along with technical pages on innovations including the Lyrachord GS Bowl, Scalloped X-Bracing, Advanced Neck System, and OP-PRO preamp/OPP pickup. Notable artist Al DiMeola is featured, and the catalog traces Ovation's history from the 1960s through the 21st century.
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: 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.
Year: 2005
Many Thanks to Marc Masson from France for these very nice photos. (2005/2006)
