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The Ovation Standard Balladeer is a popular acoustic guitar model known for its distinctive features and versatile sound. Here's an overview of its key specifications:
Body & Design:
- Shape: Mid-depth, roundback body with a slightly smaller size than traditional acoustic guitars.
- Top Wood: Spruce
- Back & Sides: Lyrachord (a composite material often used in Ovation guitars for durability and a unique tonal quality).
- Finish: Gloss
Neck:
- Neck Shape: Slim, comfortable profile for easy playability.
- Fretboard: Rosewood or Composite (varies by model).
- Number of Frets: 20 frets.
- Scale Length: Typically 25 1/4 inches (645 mm).
- Pickups & Preamp: Ovation's proprietary OP-4BT preamp system with built-in EQ, volume control, and a built-in tuner.
Other Features:
- Bridge: Rosewood or composite bridge with an Ovation-designed saddle.
- Nut Width: Typically around 1 11/16 inches (43 mm).
- Tuners: Die-cast tuners for stable tuning.
Sound and Tone:
- The Ovation Standard Balladeer is known for its bright, balanced tone with a strong projection, especially when plugged into an amplifier. The composite back and sides contribute to its unique sound, providing both clarity and resonance with minimal feedback.
Overall Style:
- The Ovation Balladeer combines modern construction techniques with a traditional acoustic guitar aesthetic, making it suitable for a variety of genres, including pop, rock, folk, and singer-songwriter styles.
