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The new line of Applause guitars showcases Ovation’s forward thinking while retaining the high standard of performance expected from a quality instrument. Our new Applause Balladeer models include traditional Ovation appointments such as a spruce top, Scalloped-X bracing, and abalone inlaid rosette. A sleeker headstock design creates an aesthetic that many others aspire to. An Ovangkol finger board/bridge and mid depth bowl allow for effortless and comfortable playing. To tie everything together, we’ve also updated the electronics to the new CE304T preamp. Paired with our Ovation slimline pickup, you won’t believe your ears when you hear the incredible voice and clarity found within this guitar.
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The new line of Applause guitars showcases Ovation’s forward thinking, while retaining the high standard of performance expected from a quality instrument. The new Applause Standard models include traditional Ovation appointments such as a spruce top, scalloped-X bracing, and an abalone inlaid rosette. A new headstock design creates a sleek aesthetic, while the Ovangkol fretboard, bridge and mid-depth bowl allow for effortless playing. The CE304T preamp is paired with the Ovation Slimline pickup to give players upgraded electronics that offer incredible clarity, definition and tonal balance.
Brian Harman
Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2023
I bought this guitar because I had one very similar about 10 years ago. I like the cut-away body and the rounded back, and the fact that it can be plugged in to an amp. One of the main attractions for me was the built-in tuner. I have tried and tried to justify using the built-in tuner, but it’s REALLY bad. Honestly I wish I had chosen a different guitar, because the value for the money isn’t that great. I just missed the return window or I definitely would have returned this purchase.
Carmelo
Reviewed in Italy on February 1, 2022
Il prodotto è arrivato prima del previsto, ottimamente imballato con protezione doppia. Perfetto.
Michael Mueller
Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2020
The guitar itself is good, not great but good. It played well with a low action and good tone.On a side note the delivery driver threw the guitar over the fence of my home and it was left out for a day and a half in the rain. Because of this the guitar was scratched and I ended up returning it.Would I buy an ovation again...probably not...I’m not a fan of the molded plastic back. There are much better low cost guitars that play and sound like higher end instruments.
Ninous Sargony
Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2020
I started again after 15 years, I like it
Adam H. Buck
Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2020
During this odd era of spending so much time at home, I decided to teach myself guitar. This pick for my first guitar was tough. Now... before get into this review I need to say that I don't spout too long about the Lava 2 guitar. I got this one and the lava 2 carbon fiber guitar. Here's the page on the other one https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07RYM3ZMC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 I Loved the size of the Lava and the slick feel of it. I loved the pre-installed amplifier that produced chorus and reverb all powered by an on-board rechargeable battery. The size of this guitar was 36 inches and felt like the "just right" size to learn on. Iater decided to keep both of them. I just couldn't not Love this guitar. ABOUT THE OVATION... I also found out that I could and did purchase this add on item to give my ovation "free boost" functionality of the lava 2 with this really neat amplifier... https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07W3K92ZM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1I used on headphones or on a portable logitech speaker can plug into. A stupid amount of sounds that make you sound really kool. Anyway... I really like the warm of this guitar. Great low tone to it and no tinny sound. The buit in tuner will get you close but I was still out of tune. So after a lot of reading and returns, I settled and got happy with this tunner... https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07X4JJV1Y/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 In the end I'm very happy with guitar at this early stage.
FAST EDDY
Reviewed in Canada on June 15, 2020
I was worried that it would get damaged during shipping but the box was well made and thankfully it did not get banged around at all. The guitar was in perfect shape upon arrival not a scratch anywhere. It plays and sounds very nice. I have no complaints at all.
Jesse D Story
Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2020
Havent played in over 10 years. Was pleasantly surprised when the guitar arrived 2 weeks ahead of schedule. No damage to it at all.I let it sit and acclimate for a work day before initially tuning it. Had it shipped to Japan where I'm stationed. Tune holds fairly well and will get better as I keep it tuned as it settles into its form. Played it this morning. Has great action, intonation on the low E and D string fluctuate a little. High E and B string were spot on.Has a clean crisp sound with the maple top. Stunning color. The mid depth bowl is not at all uncomfortable and feels more like a little but larger than a hollow body electric. The neck is great I dont have any spots where I get hung up at all. It's a little thicker than my electric that I had starting out but not much.For the sound and quality, with an electric stage ready acoustic you cant beat the price. Would highly recommend. If you have not tried an ovation play it side by side with a traditional acoustic and an traditional electric you find the sound is a bit in the middle of both, would argue it has a brightness to it over the traditional electric, and the feel in you hand and their set up is wonderful.
Lars
Reviewed in Germany on January 8, 2020
Eine wunderschöne Gitarre mit einen absolut genialen Klang.
Kunde
Reviewed in Germany on January 5, 2020
Schöne Guitarre, guter Klang und Technik ebenfalls Spitze.
Athena Coleman
Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2020
Looking forward to re-teaching myself to play the guitar. This is a beautiful guitar and good value for the cost.
RWS
Reviewed in Germany on January 1, 2020
Schon beim ersten Streichen über die Seiten, die Gitarre war noch nicht einmal vollständig ausgepackt, war ich begeistert und habe den typischen Klang einer Ovation herausgehört. Ein unverkennbarer, glasklarer, präziser, fast metallischer Klang! Kein Schnarren der Seiten beim Anschlagen. Sehr saubere Verarbeitung. Holz und Farbe der Front gefallen mir sehr sehr gut! Ein außergewöhnlicher Rotton.Die Oktavreinheit ist gegeben, genauso wie die Bundreinheit. Die Gitarre lässt sich sehr gut stimmen. Ob offene Griffe oder Barrégriffe, die Gitarre klingt einfach in der Stimmung sehr rein.Der eingebaute, griffgünstig platzierte Vorverstärker mit Stimmgerät, 3 Klangreglern und Lautstärkeregler ist für den Preis der Gitarre sicherlich angemessen. Für den Klang ist allerdings ja nicht nur der Vorverstärker der Gitarre, sondern auch der Tonabnehmer der Gitarre und der Amplifier an den die Gitarre angeschlossen wird. Ich bekomme mit meinem Fender Verstärker einen astreinen , ovationtypischen Klang heraus. Durch das runde Schallloch neigt das Instrument etwas stärker zur Rückkopplung. Einziger Kritikpunkt ist, dass die Saitenlage etwas zu hoch ist. Deshalb werde ich, wenn ich die Seiten wechsle, die Steghöhe etwas verändern. Die Gitarre hat übrigens auch einen Halsspannstab, wie es bei Westerngitarren mit Stahlsaiten üblich ist. Der Halsspannstab hat ebenfalls Einfluss auf die Seitenlage, und damit auch Einfluss auf die Bespielbarkeit des Instrumentes.
Gary Francis Jr.
Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2019
I love this guitar so much. It's tone is so nice and the design is beautiful. It is very easy to play. My only issue is i wasn't expecting it to be so big! I didn't know it was a DEEP BOWL guitar. Maybe that's just my oversight but I don't recall seeing that in the description. So just be aware when it comes to ordering a form fit case for it. Luckily i keep mine in a bag.
Jake, from StateFarm
Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2019
Absolutely love this guitar. I’ve been playing for a while but this is truly my first acoustic. I first played this when deployed overseas as the USO had a room with several guitars. It’s body shape makes the sound unique but in a good way. It’s very comfortable to play and frets feel very good.
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