Ovation

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Breaking new ground on the acoustic guitar front, Ovation proudly presents their first Roundback 8-string guitar. Building upon their philosophy of constructing unique instruments for visionary players, this massive sounding guitar opens up a new realm of playing possibilities. With its striking silhouettes and understated finish, this guitars make a statement that’s all its own. Featuring 25-1/4 in. scale with a 2.14 in. nut, the hard rock maple neck is specially designed to handle the extra low end for maximum comfort, speed, and tonality.
Ovation 1788TX-5 Elite TX Mid-Depth 8-String Acoustic-Electric Guitar Black
Ovation 1788TX-5 Elite TX Mid-Depth 8-String Acoustic-Electric Guitar Black
Ovation 1788TX-5 Elite TX Mid-Depth 8-String Acoustic-Electric Guitar Black

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  • Lyrachord mid depth cutaway design
  • Laser-cut multi-soundholes on bass side
  • Matte black enamel finish
  • 17-23 (high E) fully accessible frets
  • D’Addario 8-string set (.009-.074 gauges)

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Body
  • Body type: Mid-Depth
  • Cutaway: Single
  • Top wood: Solid Spruce
  • Back and sides: Lyrachord
  • Bracing pattern: Quartersawn scalloped X
  • Body finish: Matte Black Enamel
  • Orientation: Right handed
Neck
  • Neck shape: Not specified
  • Nut width: 1.69 in. (43 mm)
  • Fingerboard: Deluxe Grade Ebony
  • Neck wood: Hard rock maple
  • Scale length: 25.25 in. Not specified
  • Number of frets: 17 to 23
  • Neck finish: Natural Satin
Electronics
  • Pickup/preamp: Yes
  • Brand: Ovation
  • Configuration: Sidemounted preamp
  • Preamp EQ: 3-band
  • Feedback filter: No
  • Tuner: Yes
Other
  • Headstock overlay: Ebony
  • Tuning machines: Die-cast sealed with Graph Tech Ratio Tuners
  • Bridge: Ebony
  • Saddle and nut: ABS
  • Number of strings: 8
  • Special features: Lyrachord body
  • Case: Hardshell case
  • Accessories: None
  • Country of origin: Korea