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| Hi Folks. I just joined the Ovation FanClub after lurking (is that term still used?) for many years now. I have been wanting an Al De Meola Signature model for several years now. My preference has been an a model 1769 ADII for no other reason than it is newer and (from what I seemed to have read online) has newer and better electronics. Within the last several days I ordered what I thought was a ADII from Guitar Center paying $1833.00 including tax and shipping. It turns out it is the older 1769 model from 1998. Its in pretty good shape except the action is a bit high. Specifications are .094". I estimate mine to be slightly more than .125" or three credit cards.
So my questions are:
Is there any redeeming qualities of the 1769 vs. the 1769 ADII that would make this guitar worth keeping?
Is the price to much for a 1769? They seem to sell for less than the ADII's.
Is the string height a deal breaker?
This has become exhausting and I appreciate your help.
Cheers. -mike
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Al De Meola 1769 vs 1769 ADII