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Location: Gustine, california | On 11/13/04 my Model 1111-1 1971-72 Ovation was completely destroyed. The doer of the deed went to jail. I purchased the guitar new in 1972. This was a beautiful guitar and the sound seemed to improve and become richer with age. Well, It's gone. I can buy a new ovation at costco for around $285.00. The guitar sounds fine but, it's just not the same; probably take another 30 years to get that really rich, mellow, full bodied tone my 72 had. Any Ideas out there about how much I would have to spend to get another 1971-72 Sunburst Ballader? |
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Location: south east Michigan | I have the same guitar sitting in my living room that I bought about the same time. I know what your feeling brother.
That Balladeer was my only acoustic till about 6 months ago. I wanted something that I could plug in that was at least the equal of my aged Balladeer. I wound up with an Al DiMeola Custom Legend. None of the current "lesser" Ovation models came close to the feel and sound to my Balladeer.
It will cost a few bucks, but look for a regular Custom Legend or a 30th anniversery model. I don't think you would be happy with less.
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Welcome to the OFC, sorry you have to start out with a sad story. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | Sorry to hear!
An early Balladeer of of Ebay can go $200-$350 depending on timing, wind velocity and condition.
They do show up frequently. Stay out of Costco and pick up a USA made model used.
Many Members offer good, reliable deals - so don't kiss the first Frog that jumps!
Look around this site and get an idea of what's out there.
Welcome. |
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Location: Pacific Northwest Inland Empire | There are usually vintage 1111's available on FleaBay, with some regularity. I know, it's not the same; bluntly, it never will be. A leap of faith is required here. Financially, you can get into another old Balladeer probably a lot cheaper than a new Custom Legend. A good set-up won't cost that much, either.
I always hated the ingenuine way Billy Boob said it, but "I feel your pain"..... and I mean it. |
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Location: NJ | Welcome! and "Sorry for Your Loss"
What Woody and SeeSquare said . . .
Nose around here and on eBay.
For you'll spend in Costco (oy!) you should be able to pick up a good, used USA model (with a bit o' "character" . . .
Keep your eyes open, and check back here often.
Again, welcome! |
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Location: Converse, Texas | Welcome. Check with Al at Alpep . He has some great guitars. |
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Location: San Bernardino, California | - Mike Adams:
By chance does the name Steve Hall ring a bell? |
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vandalized 1971-72 Sunburst Ballader