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Viper EA68-4

Model #EA68-4 · Family: EA68

Viper EA Acoustic Series 6-string Steel No Cutaway

Featured In (8)

1995 US Long Catalog 01 Catalogs

1995 Ovation US Full Line Catalog with Retail Price List

1995

11 pages
1995 Ovation US Full Line Catalog with Retail Price List
1995 · US

1995 Ovation US Full Line Catalog with Retail Price List

Year: 1995

Complete 1995 Ovation product catalog and retail price list effective January 1, 1995. Covers new electronics (OptiMax, Optima, OP-X, OP-24Plus preamps), the limited 1995 Collectors Edition with OptiMax system, and full specifications and pricing for all model lines including Adamas, Adamas II, Elite, Elite Standard, Custom Legend, Legend, Standard Balladeer, Viper, Ultra Deluxe, Celebrity Deluxe, Celebrity, LongNeck, Mandolin, Folklore/Country Artist, and Elite Bass. Also includes cases, accessories, and a complete Ovation color chart. Published by Ovation Instruments, Bloomfield, CT.

2007 Ovation Long Catalog and Price 01 Catalogs

2007 Ovation Prices & Specifications

2007

17 pages
2007 Ovation Prices & Specifications
2007 · US

2007 Ovation Prices & Specifications

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.

Untitled 1776007585 page 01 Catalogs

KMC Today - Kaman Music Corporation Newsletter, Volume 3 Number 4, October 1994

1994

16 pages
KMC Today - Kaman Music Corporation Newsletter, Volume 3 Number 4, October 1994
1994 · US

KMC Today - Kaman Music Corporation Newsletter, Volume 3 Number 4, October 1994

Year: 1994

This is a Kaman Music Corporation (KMC) internal trade newsletter from October 1994 covering artist relations news for their brands including Ovation, Hamer, Takamine, Trace Elliot, Gibraltar, and Toca. The newsletter highlights major artists using KMC products, including the Rolling Stones' Voodoo Lounge tour, Pink Floyd's Division Bell tour, Melissa Etheridge at Woodstock, and numerous other high-profile musicians. It covers product endorsements, charity events, and touring news across all KMC product lines.

Ovation celebrity deluxe viper cv68 guitar review page 01 Catalogs

Ovation Celebrity Deluxe Viper CV68 Guitar Review

2000

3 pages
Ovation Celebrity Deluxe Viper CV68 Guitar Review
2000 · UK

Ovation Celebrity Deluxe Viper CV68 Guitar Review

Year: 2000

A detailed review of the Ovation Celebrity Deluxe Viper CV68, a Korean-sourced thinline semi-solid electro-acoustic guitar retailing at £529 in the UK market. The review covers its construction, playability, and sound characteristics, comparing it to the original US-made Viper. The verdict is highly positive, suggesting the CV68 represents exceptional value and may even make the more expensive American original seem overpriced.

Ovation ea68 viper 94 collectors guitar review tgm uk magazine page 01 Catalogs

Ovation EA68 Viper & '94 Collector's Guitar Review – TGM UK Magazine

1994

3 pages
Ovation EA68 Viper & '94 Collector's Guitar Review – TGM UK Magazine
1994 · UK

Ovation EA68 Viper & '94 Collector's Guitar Review – TGM UK Magazine

Year: 1994

This is a UK music magazine review (likely The Guitar Magazine) covering two Ovation electro-acoustic guitars: the thinline semi-solid EA68 Viper (RRP £1495) and the '94 Collector's bowlback (RRP £1249). The review by Jerry Uwins details construction, sound characteristics, and the debut of Ovation's new Optima preamp on the Collector's model. A factfile with dimensions, specifications, and a 'Check Out' sidebar comparing competing hybrid electro-acoustics is also included.

1997 Ovation Viper EA 68 UK Review 01 Catalogs

Ovation Viper EA-68 UK Guitarist Mag Review

1997

3 pages
Ovation Viper EA-68 UK Guitarist Mag Review
1997 · UK

Ovation Viper EA-68 UK Guitarist Mag Review

Year: 1997

3-page review from Guitarist magazine (UK), October 1997, by Matthew Wig. Reviews the Ovation Viper hybrid electro-acoustic guitar featuring a carved mahogany body, sitka spruce top, Ovation piezo pickup, and custom Viper preamp. Covers build quality, playability, sound, and value for money. This Document is excerpted from "UK Guitarist Mag" from Oct 1997

Ovation viper ea68 new products feature japanese music magazine page 01 Catalogs

Ovation Viper EA68 New Products Feature - Japanese Music Magazine

1994

1 pages
Ovation Viper EA68 New Products Feature - Japanese Music Magazine
1994 · Japan

Ovation Viper EA68 New Products Feature - Japanese Music Magazine

Year: 1994

This is a Japanese-language magazine feature page introducing the Ovation Viper EA68 as a new product, describing it as a semi-hollow (semi-solid) electric-acoustic guitar priced at 265,000 yen including a hard case. The article highlights the guitar's large internal chamber, mahogany semi-solid construction, 5-piece V-shape grip neck with ebony fingerboard, and piezo pickup system with a 3-band EQ preamp/controller. A nylon-string version, the EA63, is also mentioned as forthcoming. From Player On-Line Japanese magazine: https://player.jp/

Ovation guitars retail price list effective january 1 2008 page 01 Catalogs

Ovation Guitars Retail Price List - Effective January 1, 2008

2008

2 pages
Ovation Guitars Retail Price List - Effective January 1, 2008
2008 · US

Ovation Guitars Retail Price List - Effective January 1, 2008

Year: 2008

This is the official Ovation Guitars Retail Price List effective January 1, 2008, published by Kaman Music Corporation. It covers the full lineup of Ovation instruments including Adamas, Custom Legend, Elite, Standard Elite, Balladeer, Celebrity, VXT Hybrid, Viper, Mandolin, and Bass models, with pricing, available finishes, body types, and included case information. The document also details Special Order, Left-Hand Model, and Custom Order policies, along with a complete accessories and cases price list.

Guitars (3)

Technical Reference (1)

Viper (EA68) Technical References

Ovation Guitar Viper EA Preamp

1992

View details →
Ovation Guitar Viper EA Preamp
1992 · US

Ovation Guitar Viper EA Preamp

Year: 1992

The Ovation Viper EA Preamp was introduced in 1992 as a dedicated electronic system for the solid-body nylon and steel-string Viper series. Designed to bridge the gap between acoustic tone and high-volume stage performance, it features a sleek, minimalist control layout integrated directly into the guitar's top. The interface typically includes a master volume and a stacked dual-concentric pot for treble and bass equalization. ​It is powered by a standard 9V battery and is specifically voiced to work with Ovation’s high-output bridge piezo pickups. This preamp is highly regarded for its ability to eliminate feedback while maintaining a crisp, percussive "snap" ideal for jazz and world music. Despite its simplicity compared to later multi-band units, it remains a favorite for its low-noise floor and rugged reliability.

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Featured In (8)

1995 US Long Catalog 01 Catalogs

1995 Ovation US Full Line Catalog with Retail Price List

1995

11 pages
1995 Ovation US Full Line Catalog with Retail Price List
1995 · US

1995 Ovation US Full Line Catalog with Retail Price List

Year: 1995

Complete 1995 Ovation product catalog and retail price list effective January 1, 1995. Covers new electronics (OptiMax, Optima, OP-X, OP-24Plus preamps), the limited 1995 Collectors Edition with OptiMax system, and full specifications and pricing for all model lines including Adamas, Adamas II, Elite, Elite Standard, Custom Legend, Legend, Standard Balladeer, Viper, Ultra Deluxe, Celebrity Deluxe, Celebrity, LongNeck, Mandolin, Folklore/Country Artist, and Elite Bass. Also includes cases, accessories, and a complete Ovation color chart. Published by Ovation Instruments, Bloomfield, CT.

2007 Ovation Long Catalog and Price 01 Catalogs

2007 Ovation Prices & Specifications

2007

17 pages
2007 Ovation Prices & Specifications
2007 · US

2007 Ovation Prices & Specifications

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.

Untitled 1776007585 page 01 Catalogs

KMC Today - Kaman Music Corporation Newsletter, Volume 3 Number 4, October 1994

1994

16 pages
KMC Today - Kaman Music Corporation Newsletter, Volume 3 Number 4, October 1994
1994 · US

KMC Today - Kaman Music Corporation Newsletter, Volume 3 Number 4, October 1994

Year: 1994

This is a Kaman Music Corporation (KMC) internal trade newsletter from October 1994 covering artist relations news for their brands including Ovation, Hamer, Takamine, Trace Elliot, Gibraltar, and Toca. The newsletter highlights major artists using KMC products, including the Rolling Stones' Voodoo Lounge tour, Pink Floyd's Division Bell tour, Melissa Etheridge at Woodstock, and numerous other high-profile musicians. It covers product endorsements, charity events, and touring news across all KMC product lines.

Ovation celebrity deluxe viper cv68 guitar review page 01 Catalogs

Ovation Celebrity Deluxe Viper CV68 Guitar Review

2000

3 pages
Ovation Celebrity Deluxe Viper CV68 Guitar Review
2000 · UK

Ovation Celebrity Deluxe Viper CV68 Guitar Review

Year: 2000

A detailed review of the Ovation Celebrity Deluxe Viper CV68, a Korean-sourced thinline semi-solid electro-acoustic guitar retailing at £529 in the UK market. The review covers its construction, playability, and sound characteristics, comparing it to the original US-made Viper. The verdict is highly positive, suggesting the CV68 represents exceptional value and may even make the more expensive American original seem overpriced.

Ovation ea68 viper 94 collectors guitar review tgm uk magazine page 01 Catalogs

Ovation EA68 Viper & '94 Collector's Guitar Review – TGM UK Magazine

1994

3 pages
Ovation EA68 Viper & '94 Collector's Guitar Review – TGM UK Magazine
1994 · UK

Ovation EA68 Viper & '94 Collector's Guitar Review – TGM UK Magazine

Year: 1994

This is a UK music magazine review (likely The Guitar Magazine) covering two Ovation electro-acoustic guitars: the thinline semi-solid EA68 Viper (RRP £1495) and the '94 Collector's bowlback (RRP £1249). The review by Jerry Uwins details construction, sound characteristics, and the debut of Ovation's new Optima preamp on the Collector's model. A factfile with dimensions, specifications, and a 'Check Out' sidebar comparing competing hybrid electro-acoustics is also included.

1997 Ovation Viper EA 68 UK Review 01 Catalogs

Ovation Viper EA-68 UK Guitarist Mag Review

1997

3 pages
Ovation Viper EA-68 UK Guitarist Mag Review
1997 · UK

Ovation Viper EA-68 UK Guitarist Mag Review

Year: 1997

3-page review from Guitarist magazine (UK), October 1997, by Matthew Wig. Reviews the Ovation Viper hybrid electro-acoustic guitar featuring a carved mahogany body, sitka spruce top, Ovation piezo pickup, and custom Viper preamp. Covers build quality, playability, sound, and value for money. This Document is excerpted from "UK Guitarist Mag" from Oct 1997

Ovation viper ea68 new products feature japanese music magazine page 01 Catalogs

Ovation Viper EA68 New Products Feature - Japanese Music Magazine

1994

1 pages
Ovation Viper EA68 New Products Feature - Japanese Music Magazine
1994 · Japan

Ovation Viper EA68 New Products Feature - Japanese Music Magazine

Year: 1994

This is a Japanese-language magazine feature page introducing the Ovation Viper EA68 as a new product, describing it as a semi-hollow (semi-solid) electric-acoustic guitar priced at 265,000 yen including a hard case. The article highlights the guitar's large internal chamber, mahogany semi-solid construction, 5-piece V-shape grip neck with ebony fingerboard, and piezo pickup system with a 3-band EQ preamp/controller. A nylon-string version, the EA63, is also mentioned as forthcoming. From Player On-Line Japanese magazine: https://player.jp/

Ovation guitars retail price list effective january 1 2008 page 01 Catalogs

Ovation Guitars Retail Price List - Effective January 1, 2008

2008

2 pages
Ovation Guitars Retail Price List - Effective January 1, 2008
2008 · US

Ovation Guitars Retail Price List - Effective January 1, 2008

Year: 2008

This is the official Ovation Guitars Retail Price List effective January 1, 2008, published by Kaman Music Corporation. It covers the full lineup of Ovation instruments including Adamas, Custom Legend, Elite, Standard Elite, Balladeer, Celebrity, VXT Hybrid, Viper, Mandolin, and Bass models, with pricing, available finishes, body types, and included case information. The document also details Special Order, Left-Hand Model, and Custom Order policies, along with a complete accessories and cases price list.

Guitars (3)

Technical Reference (1)

Viper (EA68) Technical References

Ovation Guitar Viper EA Preamp

1992

View details →
Ovation Guitar Viper EA Preamp
1992 · US

Ovation Guitar Viper EA Preamp

Year: 1992

The Ovation Viper EA Preamp was introduced in 1992 as a dedicated electronic system for the solid-body nylon and steel-string Viper series. Designed to bridge the gap between acoustic tone and high-volume stage performance, it features a sleek, minimalist control layout integrated directly into the guitar's top. The interface typically includes a master volume and a stacked dual-concentric pot for treble and bass equalization. ​It is powered by a standard 9V battery and is specifically voiced to work with Ovation’s high-output bridge piezo pickups. This preamp is highly regarded for its ability to eliminate feedback while maintaining a crisp, percussive "snap" ideal for jazz and world music. Despite its simplicity compared to later multi-band units, it remains a favorite for its low-noise floor and rugged reliability.