Ovation Guitar / Amp Advertisements, 1950s-1980s

Vintage Ovation guitar advertisements. See also the advertising for Dan Armstrong, Epiphone, Fender, Fletcher, Coppock & Newman, G&L, Gibson, Goya, Gretsch, Guild, Hagstrom, Harmony, Hayman, Hofner, Ibanez, Kimbara, Kramer, Leslie, Marshall, Martin, Music Man, Ovation, Rickenbacker, Rose-Morris, Rosetti, Selmer, Vox, WEM, Yamaha

Vintage Ovation advertisements; 21 adverts covering a period of 12 years, from 1967 to 1979. Click the images to have a closer look.

Ovation Balladeer - The Ovation roundbacks are here

The Ovation roundbacks are here
Ovation Balladeer - 1967

Ovation Deluxe Balladeer - The Ovation electrics are coming

The Ovation electrics are coming
Ovation Deluxe Balladeer - 1967

Ovation Acoustics - Whatever Your Bag, You

Whatever Your Bag, You'll Get Deeper into it With an Ovation
Ovation Acoustics - 1968

100 Watt 'Little Dude' Mini Module
Ovation Thunderhead - 1969

My Name's on these Guitars
Ovation Acoustics - 1969

Breadwinner
Ovation Breadwinner - 1972

Ovation Breadwinner - Ovation keeps on truckin

Ovation keeps on truckin'
Ovation Breadwinner - 1972

Ovation Acoustics - Turn On Our Acoustic Guitar

Turn On Our Acoustic Guitar
Ovation Acoustics - 1972

Ovation Acoustics - Times Have Changed - Fiber Glas Replaces Wood

Times Have Changed - Fiber Glas Replaces Wood
Ovation Acoustics - 1972

Ovation Rock
Ovation Breadwinner - 1974

don't dilly dally... "Dude" da Deacons dynamite
Ovation Deacon 1252 - 1974

Loggins and Messina
Ovation 1613-4 - 1974

Ovation Breadwinner - Ovation Solid Bodies - They

Ovation Solid Bodies - They're Worth A Try
Ovation Breadwinner - 1975

Ovation Deacon 1252 - Ovation solid bodies. Part of the Strawbs

Ovation solid bodies. Part of the Strawbs' sound.
Ovation Deacon 1252 - 1976

Ovation's great guitar giveaway
Ovation Breadwinner - 1976

Ovation Deacon 1252 - Bloody comfortable

Bloody comfortable
Ovation Deacon 1252 - 1976

Ovation Solid Bodies - They're Worth a Try
Ovation Breadwinner - 1976

Ovation Deacon 1253 (twelve string) - Deacon by Ovation. A new standard for 12-string solid bodies

Deacon by Ovation. A new standard for 12-string solid bodies
Ovation Deacon 1253 (twelve string) - 1977

Ovation Breadwinner - How Ovation took a hint from the 50s

How Ovation took a hint from the 50s
Ovation Breadwinner - 1977

Ovation Viper - The Hotter the Better. Viper

The Hotter the Better. Viper
Ovation Viper - 1979

Ovation Preacher - Preacher. A stereo guitar

Preacher. A stereo guitar
Ovation Preacher - 1979

1967 Epiphone Ad featuring a psychedelic fish playing an Epiphone Riviera

1967 Fender Ad - Full Colour Sound

1973 Fender Stratocaster add - The Worlds Favourite Flying Machine

1972 Gibson Ad featuring BB King - <br>1972 Gibson Ad featuring BB King - The Man And The WomanThe Man And The Woman

Guitar makers have advertised in music magazines such as Down Beat, Guitar Player and very many more. Some manufacturers advertised widely (Guild, Gibson, Fender) but many more didn't and adverts are few and far between. Here are some of my favourite ads out of the ones i've seen. You can browse through all the images from the category links above, or by manufacturer from the links below.

AMPS
Ampeg, Leslie, Marshall, Orange, Peavey, Sunn
GUITARS
Dan Armstrong, Epiphone, Fender, G&L, Gibson, Goya, Gretsch, Guild, Hagstrom, Harmony, Hayman, Hofner, Ibanez, Kimbara, Martin, Music Man, Rickenbacker, Vox, Yamaha
DISTRIBUTORS
Fletcher, Coppock and Newman, Rose-Morris, Rosetti, Selmer

Vintage Ovation guitars for sale

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Vtg Guitar Tuner Ovation Quartz No 9649 Purchased In 1983 In Case in box

Huachuca City, Arizona, 856**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$35

The product is a vintage Ovation quartz guitar tuner, model No 9649, purchased in 1983. It comes in its original case and box, making it a collectible item for guitar enthusiasts. This black tuner is designed specifically for guitars and provides accurate tuning assistance for musicians looking to ensure their instrument is in perfect pitch. Perfect for those seeking a piece of musical history or a reliable tool for their guitar tuning needs. WORKS GREAT AND SENDING 5 FENDER MEDIUM GUITAR PICKS ... more

vintage 1992 Ovation Celebrity 157-B guitar user manual, with warranty card.

Southampton, Massachusetts, 010**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$35

Hi I'm cleaning out my house and selling lots of vintage guitar parts and ephemera from a long closed vintage guitar / luthier shop. Today I have a1992 orange Ovation Celebrity user manual with the separate orange warranty card . The card has a 6 digit serial number: 408486 and a model 157-B Please check out the photos . They are the description , and check out my other sales of many vintage instrument parts, including guitar, banjo, and mandolin stuff I currently have several vintage ... more

Gibson "RD Series-ELECTRONIC INNOVATION " -1977 Brochure-8 pgs-5 models-Mint &RARE

Crown Point, Indiana, 463**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$50

Rare Gibson RD Artist pamphlet
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Ovation Artist 1121-6 Right Handed Acoustic Guitar American Early 1970s - AS IS

Burnsville, Minnesota, 553**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$71

PAWN AMERICA KEY TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS :
Brand: OvationType: Acoustic GuitarNumber of Frets: 20Model: 1121-6Body Type: Single CutawayString Configuration: 6 StringSeries: ArtistBody Material: Sitka SpruceHandedness: Right-HandedBody Color: NaturalFretboard Material: EbonyModel Year: Early 1970sMPN: 1121-6Country / Region of Manufacture: United States What's Included :
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Vintage Shaller tuning gears with Ovation logo

Santa Fe, New Mexico, 875**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$80

This listing is for ONE (1) matched set of a pair of Shaller acoustic guitar with the Ovation logo on them
These gears are matched sets with straight posts in good working condition
Width of plate: .605 " Post diameter: .236 " Post height: 1 15"... more

Vintage 1970??s Ovation Viper and others Electric Guitar Bridge Posts

Canyon, Texas, 790**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$95

original parts ,useable condition - $12 S / H to U S.

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Vintage Ovation hard shell Guitar Case airline check-in safe Plush Lining no key

College Station, Texas, 777**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$139

The Vintage Ovation hard shell Guitar Case is a high-quality, durable case designed to safely transport a single guitar. Made by the reputable brand Ovation in the United States, this black case features a plush lining to prevent damage to the instrument while in transit. The hard case design and airline check-in safe feature make it a reliable and secure option for guitar players looking to protect their instrument during travel
Measures about 44-1 / 2 inches long (outside) and 18 inches at... more

APPLAUSE Acoustic Guitar late 1970's Ovation company Kaman incredible sounding

Medford, Oregon, 975**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$140

The APPLAUSE Acoustic Guitar, made by Ovation in the late 1970s under the Kaman brand, is known for its incredible sound quality. This vintage guitar has a unique design and is part of the Applause series, known for its high-quality craftsmanship. With a 6-string configuration and a sleek body color, this guitar is a must-have for any guitarist looking for a classic and exceptional sounding instrument from the 1970s.... more

Vintage 1970??s Ovation Logo Electric Guitar Tuners Tuning Pegs Machines 3x3

Canyon, Texas, 790**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$195

used original vintage tuners from solid-body electric - good useable condition - good set -- $13 S / H to U S.

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Vintage 1970s Ovation Hard Guitar Case Brown Plush Lining, In Good Condition.

Youngstown, Ohio, 445**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$199

This ovation case has been around. It??s structurally sound. All hinges work. One hinge may have been reinforced with a rivet. Some of the black plastic decorative trim has peeled off but that doesn??t affect anything. All of the fasteners work as they should although there is no key for the one that locks
The hard shell plastic is all intact. There is just a superficial small crack by one of the hinges which you can see in one of the pics. The handle is fully intact
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VINTAGE Ovation 1970??s Brown Deep Bowl Guitar Hard Case w / Amber Velvet Interior

Las Vegas, Nevada, 891**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$250

1970s Ovation Brown hardshell with Amber Velvet interior, acoustic guitar case. Does have some wear and tear, (but I honestly think it makes it look cooler). Definitely a real True Vintage piece.
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Ovation 1621-4 Acoustic Guitar W / Case Parts Repair

Utica, New York, 135**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$250

The top is extremely uneven and roughly repaired. Don??t know if it??s fixable. Lots of good parts And a case. It doesn??t play great. Electronics work, I did have to solder a new battery strap and glue it to the bracket as the original one had corroded from an old 9v left in. Sold completely as is. Ships fully insured
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Vintage 1984 Ovation Ultra Series Model 1317 Acoustic Guitar With Case

Fort Mill, South Carolina, 297**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$299

Vintage 1984 Ovation Ultra Series Model 1317 Acoustic guitar with case. Has the Made in USA sticker on inside but from what I understand these guitars were technically made in Korea. This particular Ovation could mean on a project piece as the action is on the higher side. Fretboard will clean up better, same with the headstock with a good set up. Solid Sitka spruce top from what I have read online with bowl back design. Looks to be an original ovation applause hard shell case also. Top of the ... more

1983 Applause by Ovation AA-31 Acoustic-Electric w / Case! Gloss Black! VERY NICE

Santee, California, 920**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$299

At Top 40 Guitars, customer satisfaction is our first concern All of our items have a 14 day return policy If after 14 days you are not completely satisfiedwith your purchase, please return it for a refund .Peace be with you
all returned items must be in the same condition theywere at the time of sale. All original packing must be included
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Up for Sale is a
Vintage 1983 Applause by Ovation AA-31 Acoustic-Electric Guitar!
Made In Korea!
This is really Cool. You are ... more

Vintage 1960's Glen Campbell Ovation 1127-4 Acoustic Guitar READ DESCRIPTION

Glendale, California, 912**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$300

LOCAL PICKUP IN LOS ANGELES, CA ONLY
Vintage 1960's Glen Campbell Ovation 1127-4 Acoustic Guitar
The top of the neck was broken and repaired by a professional. The repair has held for over 20 years
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Vintage Ovation 1970??s Brown Deep Bowl Guitar Hard Case w / Amber Velvet Interior

Richmond, Virginia, 232**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$300

Condition: Good
The exterior of this case does have a few dings in it: two along the ridge of the top mold, a slight crack on the front side, and one of the metal knob feet is caved in a bit. There is also a slight gap between the top and bottom in the back side when closed. See pictures for details.
All that being said, they are all minor flaws and this case functions perfectly and still looks awesome!
This vintage Ovation hard case is a must-have for any vintage guitar enthusiast. ... more

Vintage USA Ovation Ultra Series 1517 Acoustic Electric Guitar w / HARD CASE

Saddle Brook, New Jersey, 076**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$350

VINTAGE USED.
VERY GOOD CONDITION.
WITH HARD CASE .
HAIRLINE FINISH CRACKS ON THE SOUNDBOARD .
DOES NOT AFFECT PLAYABILITY OF SOUND .
CHECK ALL THE PHOTOS
FAST SHIPPING TO 48 LOWER STATES
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vintage ovation hard case orange from 1970s in excellent condition with key

Lake Oswego, Oregon, 970**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$350

Vintage case fits many vintage ovation guitars from the 1970s and 1980s , deep bowl version , no damage , all latches work in excellent condition, minor cracks near the locks that don??t affect the locking mechanism just cosmetic at this point , original key included

Note; ovation guitar shown in last 2 photos is a vintage deep bowl ovation 1619 and it shows the fitting in the case , as an example , if you have the anniversary 1657 model it will not fit as this is a wider ovation and... more

Vintage 1970s Ovation Hard Guitar Case Brown Plush Lining WITH BACKSTAGE PASSES!

McHenry, Illinois, 600**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$350

Has backstage passes from 1980s concerts, including Bob Seeger, The Cars, Foghat, Waylon, and more. Vintage used condition with scratches / scuffs / dings / slight corrosion on metal and other wear. Inside is clean.... more

Ovation Matrix 1132-1 6-String Right-Handed Acoustic Guitar 1978 Sunburst W Case

Schoharie, New York, 121**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$350

Has some minor cosmetic defects due to age, see photos. Includes hard case, which is does fit but not perfectly due to the shape of the ovation . not a guitar player but seems to work good, all the tuners work as they should. Needs new strings and label fell off as shown
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