Ovation Adamas 1597 - Unidirectional Smooth Top Graphite/Birch

 Ovation Adamas 1597 (circa 1998-1999) is a very high-end, USA-made acoustic-electric guitar featuring a unique unidirectional carbon graphite top with a thin birch layer for superior resonance. It is characterized by a mid-depth

Lyrachord bowl, Adamas epaulet soundholes, a 14/24-fret ebony fingerboard, mahogany neck, and the Optima pickup system.

Key Features and Specifications:

• Top Material: Unidirectional carbon fiber with a thin birch core, offering high-end, responsive tone.
• Body: Mid-depth Lyrachord (round-back) design for balanced, deep resonance.
• Neck: Mahogany with an ebony fretboard and extended fretboard (24 frets).
• Electronics: Optima preamp and pickup system.
• Hardware: Gold tuners, black-faced headstock with Adamas logo.
  
  The 1597 is often lauded for its ability to cut through a mix, making it ideal for performers, with its construction providing high durability, often described as almost bulletproof.
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  In excellent condition. Kept in a smoke-free home under optimal conditions. I used this mainly in my church praise band so the wear is very minimal.
• I am the second owner. The original owner had a small repair done to the headstock by a luthier soon after he bought it. Simply the little corner at the top was repaired. Absolutely does not affect playability or sound.
• The sound acoustically is very strong and clear. When plugged in, the Optima preamp really makes this guitar sing with punch and resonance.
• Currently, there are medium strings on it in almost new condition. Plus, I am including an extra set of strings.
• The action is very low, making it very easy to play.
• The custom-formed Ovation hard case with ergonomic handle is also included.
• I am only selling this because I am winding down my guitar playing. I have enjoyed this extremely awesome guitar, but it is time for a new home.
• This model Adamas, in this condition, is difficult to find.
• I will tune down the strings to reduce tension, when shipped.
• Did I mention it also has a built-in tuner?
• This will also accept a 1/4” inch guitar plug or an XLR plug for higher Fidelity.