Upgrading OP24

Bill C Posted 2004-12-11 8:03 PM (#170231) Subject: Upgrading OP24 Joined: December 2004 Posts: 65 Location: Phoenix I've got an 1868 Elite, circa 1991, with the OP24 preamp. I understand the OP24+C is a direct drop-in replacement...what about the Optima--will it fit in the OP24 rectangular cutout?? Of course I realize I'd have to add the XLR jack, but it'd sure be nice to have the XLR output available in addition to the hi-Z. Are there any online dealers that sell just the preamps, or do I have to order them from Ovation? About how much will the OP24+C or Optima cost if I order it from Ovation? Thanks in advance!!! Standingovation Posted 2004-12-11 9:26 PM (#170232 - in reply to #170231) Subject: Re: Upgrading OP24 Joined: June 2002 Posts: 6202 Location: Phoenix AZ The XLR and 1/4 inch jacks are both on a small circuit card (I think?). This makes placement of the jacks tricky on a SS bowl. You may not be able to re-use the existing 1/4 jack hole.