{"product_id":"preloved-ovation-custom-balladeer","title":"PRELOVED OVATION Custom Balladeer 12-String","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"u8fv73\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"59\"\u003ePRELOVED Ovation Custom Balladeer 12-String – Early 1990s\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"61\" data-end=\"440\"\u003eThis preloved Ovation Custom Balladeer 12-String is a seriously cool piece from Ovation’s golden era of acoustic-electric design. Built in the late 1980s to early 1990s and featuring the iconic deep bowl Lyrachord body, this guitar delivers the huge shimmering chorus effect and stage-ready performance that made Ovation 12-strings favourites among touring musicians for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"442\" data-end=\"823\"\u003eFinished in a striking Blonde Sparkle stage finish, this Balladeer has serious visual presence under lights while still retaining the unmistakable Ovation character players love. Acoustically, it produces a rich, orchestral sound with excellent projection, while plugged in it delivers the focused, feedback-resistant tone Ovation became famous for on live stages around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003eThe slim, fast-playing neck makes this one surprisingly comfortable for a 12-string, with smooth action and an easy feel that suits both rhythm playing and more intricate parts. Whether strummed hard or played delicately, the guitar responds with that lush natural shimmer only a great 12-string can deliver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003eIts onboard electronics have been fully tested and are working perfectly, ready for stage or studio use immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1sboupi\" data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1655\"\u003ePreloved early 1990s Ovation Custom Balladeer 12-String\u003cbr data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003eRare Blonde Sparkle stage finish\u003cbr data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1365\"\u003eIconic deep bowl Lyrachord roundback body\u003cbr data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003ePowerful shimmering 12-string acoustic tone\u003cbr data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1455\"\u003eSlim, comfortable fast-action neck\u003cbr data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003eExcellent plugged-in performance with Ovation electronics\u003cbr data-start=\"1549\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003eStrong feedback resistance for live use\u003cbr data-start=\"1591\" data-end=\"1594\"\u003eIdeal for live performance, recording and songwriter setups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"q06dx\" data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1672\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1970\"\u003eThis guitar is in good preloved condition overall for its age. There is a surface paint\/checking line on the face which does not go through the wood and is purely cosmetic. Aside from this, the guitar presents extremely cleanly with no major dings and only light signs of honest playing wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1972\" data-end=\"2083\"\u003eStructurally the guitar is excellent, the electronics are fully functional and it is ready to play immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"11gcyii\" data-start=\"2085\" data-end=\"2134\"\u003eWhy Players Love Vintage Ovation 12-Strings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2135\" data-end=\"2447\"\u003eVintage Ovation 12-strings have developed a strong following thanks to their massive natural chorus effect, reliable stage performance and comfortable neck feel. Players especially love how well these guitars sit in live mixes without the feedback problems often associated with traditional large-body acoustics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2449\" data-end=\"2544\"\u003eThis is a standout vintage 12-string with serious stage presence and classic Ovation character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2546\" data-end=\"2826\"\u003eLooking to buy this PRELOVED Ovation Custom Balladeer 12-String? It’s available now at Coleman's Music in South Melbourne or online with fast shipping Australia-wide. We're a proudly independent, family owned Australian music store that knows gear and backs it with great service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OVATION","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47856284729396,"sku":"210000078281","price":1699.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/5386\/3220\/files\/PRELOVED-OVATION-Custom-Balladeer-12-String-1.jpg?v=1782431577","url":"https:\/\/www.colemansmusic.com.au\/products\/preloved-ovation-custom-balladeer","provider":"Colemans Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}