Ovation 1223-2 Typhoon III 1968/69 - Wine Red Fretless

The 1968 Ovation Typhoon III is a rare, 30-inch scale fretless bass featuring a German made semi-hollow body (maple back/sides, spruce top), and an American made Ovation neck. The Model 1223-2 includes dual single-coil pickups with master volume and dual tone controls, a 3-way switch, rosewood fingerboard, and distinctive inlaid fret markers.

Key Specifications (1968 Typhoon III):

• Body: Double-cutaway semi-hollow construction with bound f-holes, wine-red or natural finish, maple back/sides, and spruce top.
• Neck: Wide profile maple neck with a 30-inch scale length.
• Fingerboard: Rosewood, fretless with inlaid markers at fret positions.
• Pickups & Electronics: Dual single-coil pickups with black bezels, 3-way toggle switch, and master volume/dual tone controls.
• Hardware: Sealed Schaller tuners,
• Unique Characteristics: Known for a "thump machine" sound, lightweight construction, and often used in early 70s media (e.g., played by Danny Bonaduce).

All-original and in good working order, this example is remarkably clean. It shows just a few minor dings and some typical wear to the finish on the fretless fingerboard. Neck measures 1.77" wide at the nut and sets up straight with good action. Weighs 6.88 pounds and ships in OHSC which has a repaired handle.