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🔽Ovation's pursuit of the 'ideal acoustic'—now is the time to delve deeper!
🔽Now is the time to deeply explore the 'Ideal Acoustic' Ovation has pursued!
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Ovation / 1993 Adamas II 1881-NB8
Every acoustic guitar lover has surely pondered this at least once.
"Lighter, easier to handle, yet without sacrificing sonic depth."
Ovation has fulfilled this player's desire, caught between ideal and reality, through "innovation."
And one answer to that quest is this Adamas-II Super Shallow.
In the 1970s, aerospace engineer Charlie Kaman challenged the conventional wisdom that acoustic guitars equaled wood, pioneering the future of acoustics.
By adopting a carbon fiber top, it maximizes top vibration.
Its revolutionary design features a Rilacord® back and a unique rounded body, creating a sound that spreads like an amphitheater.
The Adamas-II represents the most refined and practical evolution of these design philosophies.
Stripped of ornamentation, it delivers a sound power and responsiveness far sharper than its appearance suggests.
The moment you pick, the body's rich resonance—unlike any thin-bodied guitar—vibrates through your ribs.
Yet it feels like holding an electric guitar.
When strummed, its bright, projecting highs assert themselves within a band ensemble, while fingerpicking reveals each note with a rich, full-bodied tone and dynamic expression that breathes life.
This is the greatest charm of this particular instrument.
Particularly noteworthy is the sheer pleasure of its natural resonance.
Despite its thin-body construction designed for electric support,
the sound possesses a distinct "pressure."
The moderate compression characteristic of Adamas pleasantly unifies the player's nuances,
producing a stable sound in any environment.
This is precisely why this model has been cherished for so many years.
The preamp features the OP24.
The sound output via line is uniquely Ovation.
It sounds great on stage, at home, and at any volume.
It's a level of pure perfection that effortlessly transcends the word "versatile."
[Specs/Included Case]
BODY: Super Shallow
TOP: Carbon Graphite
BACK/SIDES: Lyrachord
FINGERBOARD/BRIDGE: Walnut
NECK: Mahogany/Maple 5P
NUT WIDTH: 42.0mm
SCALE: 641mm
Electronics: OP24
CASE: Non-Original Gig Bag
[Condition]
- No major scratches or damage. Considering its age, it's in good cosmetic condition.
- No playability issues such as buzzing or muffled notes.
- String height at 12th fret: 2.5mm (6th string side), 1.7mm (1st string side)
- Saddle clearance: Approx. 2.5mm to 4.0mm
- Electronics function perfectly and can be used without issues.
[Peace of Mind Warranty: 6 months]
[Mail-Order Assurance Service]
For mail-order purchases, since we cannot provide customers with an opportunity to try the instrument, we offer a 6-day trial period after the product arrives.
Please try the product thoroughly at home. If you are not satisfied, we will refund the purchase price.
*The customer is responsible for the round-trip shipping costs.
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Warranty for Used Products
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Electric Guitar/ElectricBass/Effector/Amplifier (Adjustment Warranty: Up to 5 Years)
If your product malfunctions or stops producing sound after purchase, we will provide free service. The warranty period varies by product.
Acoustic Guitar (Peace of Mind Warranty: Up to 6 months)
We will provide free service for any defects arising from normal use within one month or six months after purchase.
Wind instruments (up to 1 year)
Upon arrival, we perform internal cleaning, replace consumables as needed, and carry out necessary repairs and maintenance. Should the instrument malfunction or cease to produce sound during normal use, we will address the issue free of charge.
◯Junk items come with no warranty.