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Location: Steeler Nation, Hudson Valley Contingent | I couldn't believe the condition of this incredible guitar the first time I saw it! It was built 30 years ago (1981) and looks better than many guitars hanging in stores today! The only flaw that I can see is so minor, I'll get it out of the way quickly then on to the good stuff: There is a minor scuff on the back near the nameplate, and the plate itself has some wear. (Take a look at the close up picture, and you will see that I'm kind of stretching a point here.)
Now for the good. And it's ALL good!
The top is perfect. So is the binding. The neck nice and straight. The fretboard is great with almost NO fretwear. The action is spot on, and this instrument plays, to use the time-honored guitarist's axiom, just like butter. The pre-amp is in good working order.
Playability?
Check...
Aesthetics?
Check...
Sound?
So you mean the sound?
Oh My Goodness the sound!
Out of all the guitars that have passed through my hands, my discerning wife has spontaneously complimented just three; my 2001 Collector's, my Martin D-42, and this one.
It is full and ringing with tone; loud and confident with minimal effort; and keeps the string's perfect balance no matter how aggressive you drive it! This is my first real time with a textured top, suspended ring, deep bowl Adamas, and it truly lives up to its hype! I cannot compliment the tone of this guitar enough!
Under different circumstances, I wouldn't let this guitar wander away, but I'm still fundraising for my two guitars being repaired at the factory. And this one is the easiest of mine to replace in the future. So it has to go.
I'm asking $1950 OBO, including shipping in the continental US. I'll be glad to ship overseas, but it's getting cost-prohibitive to do so and it is more difficult to insure. Contact me for a quote.
I will also consider taking payments as long as they are not spread out too far. (Again because I will have to pay the factory in the next couple of months. You can take some comfort in knowing that your money will be going to support Ovation USA at least. Likewise, an appropriate donation to the maintenance of the OFC will be forthcoming if the guitar sells here.)
Now for a little consumer option!
The case this came in is one of the cheaper hardshell cases popular back in the 80's. It is in average shape and still serves its function well. I will include that case in the purchase price. BUT....
I also have a period correct, brown hard-shell case in excellent condition that I use for my Patriot. I will be glad to let you have that one for $80 if you like. Why? Because I also have a brand new 8158 black hard-shell case that has never been used. If you want that one, add $90.
But enough talk! They say a picture's worth a thousand words so scroll down for a small novel...more or less. And to see even more pictures, just follow this LINK.
Thanks for looking everyone!
I love the triple overlay of the headstock!
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Location: Colorado | WOW!!! I love an Adamas in red...
Good luck with the sale! |
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Location: GATLINBURG TENNESSEE :) | Oooo! a RED ONE! ... 'Don't see these very often. |
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Location: UK | Hi Patch,
Beautiful, so I gotta ask.... How much for shipping to the uk please? Thanks. |
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Location: Steeler Nation, Hudson Valley Contingent | Hi Kevin,
I gotta break the bad news. I just logged in to mark this one sold. I'll be sure to let you know if I spot another one like it.
It didn't last 24 hours! Is the economy improving or something? As promised, I will make a donation to the site.
And many thanks to the buyer. It's going to another OFC'er. It's entirely up to them to own up or not. :cool:
I'm inching closer to my goal! Stay tuned for more stuff!!!! You guys just wait and see what I have brewing in New Hartford! They will be well worth tolerating my corn-ball for sale prose. :D |
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Location: UK | Hi Patch,
Pleased it's gone to a good home, such a great looking guitar.
Hey ho, i will keep looking for that elusive red II with 'two knobber' preamp.
Best wishes,
Kevin |
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| Still like the one you have Kevin? ;) |
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Location: Nahant, MA | I can only imagine the work you're having done at the Mothership, Patch! We'll have to compare notes in a few months :-) |
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Location: Steeler Nation, Hudson Valley Contingent | I'm looking forward to seeing yours as well Carol. Poor John Budny exhibited near-saintly patience with me over quite a few weeks as I tweaked and prodded and waffled around various ideas.
On the plus side, when I finally made a special trip to the factory to go over the final details with him, he did let slip that these were going to be VERY nice guitars! :D |
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Location: Nahant, MA | hmmm, he just said mine was "odd." |
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Location: UK | Hi Jim,
Yes thanks, I love my guitars.... |
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Adamas II 1681-2 for sale, This guitar looks nearly perfect!