Great video Michael. I have a couple of Ovation guitars also. I bought my first Ovation in 1979 & it cost me over a months wages. Two hears ago I purchased the 6 string celebrity elite made in China, however, it is every bit as good as my made in USA guitar. What I like about the Ovation guitars is that they force you to play a certain way. They almost, demand, unique voicing of chords. I have never met you Michael but from the way you played I think you know what I mean. Great Video & great to find someone who loves these guitars as much as I do. Regards from Australia
Michael, thanks so much for checking out the video. Yes, there is something very special about the way these guitars ring. So glad to meet a fellow ovation lover. Cheers from Philadelphia. 🍻
Just read your comment Michael, I agree 100%. I bought my custom balladeer in 1978, Paid a little over $1500 & $130 For the case. It honestly takes you to A different level of playing style and technique, that's when I started treating each string as an individual-singing in a choir, a simple chord can turn into an absolute glorious experience when you start digging in with emotion and finesse. Stay blessed brother & Keep safe in these crazy times. Danny in Texas
Hello, I am looking at a 1981 Ovation 10 yr Anniversary for an amazing deal. Original owner. It has sat for a few years. He says it does not get a signal even with new battery. They dont have a pre amp do they?
@@texastwowheeltrippin7503 the guitars I have here don’t have any pickups. There are lots of external pickup options that sound amazing though. They attach right on the sound hole and are powered with a quarter inch jack you can plug into an amp or PA I’ve used this one before a.co/d/eOLIT3L
@@MichaelGrecoGuitar I have a 1368 shallow shell and a 1768 deep shell - and the difference in sound is night and day. I use the 1368 as my daily practice guitar because the 1768 is really loud. The 1768 has a much fuller sound. (Same strings on both.)
Yeah you can't beat these,guitars,with a,stick....I have 7 in the house....the late 70s and 80s...if you can find one that has not been abused and in good shape....they are Better then the ones today
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Beautiful guitar, I've had a dream since I was a child, congratulations on the instrument
@@Soundpast thanks for checking it out 🎶🎸
Beautiful Ovations. I have a 1612 and love it. Wow the twelves sound so much richer!
Very cool! The 1612 is a beautiful instrument. The heavier strings really do make a difference. 🙌
Beautiful guitar. I am a fan of the Ovation as well.
Hey Jeff! Glad to hear! Best wishes from Philly 🍻
Gorgeous guitar I have a 1619 from Connecticut ❤ my dad got it brand new back in the day
Hey joe! Yes I love these. They ring so nicely. I first got really into them through Al Di Meola
@@MichaelGrecoGuitar 😊 nice
Love my '74 Balladeer
Great video Michael. I have a couple of Ovation guitars also. I bought my first Ovation in 1979 & it cost me over a months wages. Two hears ago I purchased the 6 string celebrity elite made in China, however, it is every bit as good as my made in USA guitar. What I like about the Ovation guitars is that they force you to play a certain way. They almost, demand, unique voicing of chords. I have never met you Michael but from the way you played I think you know what I mean. Great Video & great to find someone who loves these guitars as much as I do. Regards from Australia
Michael, thanks so much for checking out the video. Yes, there is something very special about the way these guitars ring. So glad to meet a fellow ovation lover. Cheers from Philadelphia. 🍻
Just read your comment Michael, I agree 100%. I bought my custom balladeer in 1978, Paid a little over $1500 & $130 For the case. It honestly takes you to A different level of playing style and technique, that's when I started treating each string as an individual-singing in a choir, a simple chord can turn into an absolute glorious experience when you start digging in with emotion and finesse.
Stay blessed brother & Keep safe in these crazy times. Danny in Texas
Great video, really enjoyed this. Have you ever played the next step up, the Legend? A vs. X bracing is an interesting comparison.
Thanks for watching. I’ve never check that one out. I’ll have to do that soon. Cheers from Philly🍻
Wow. Never heard anyone play that kind of flamenco triplets with a pick. Well played. I ll go an try myself imidiatly:)
thanks so much for checking it out :)
Hello, I am looking at a 1981 Ovation 10 yr Anniversary for an amazing deal. Original owner. It has sat for a few years. He says it does not get a signal even with new battery. They dont have a pre amp do they?
@@texastwowheeltrippin7503 the guitars I have here don’t have any pickups. There are lots of external pickup options that sound amazing though. They attach right on the sound hole and are powered with a quarter inch jack you can plug into an amp or PA I’ve used this one before a.co/d/eOLIT3L
I have 1611 I bought for 45 at pawn shop 15 years ago. good stuff
Wow what a deal! Can’t beat that.
The ovations sound great and you are a fantastic player! What strings do you like on these? I am looking at an early 80's 1111.
@@MrJohnnyRockit I use Gauge 12 nickel strings. I buy all my strings in bulk from webstrings.com 🎸😎
Their 12 string guitars are very nice too 😊
Yes they are! Such a beautiful sound
You're F.....g good !
Thanks for the kind words. So glad you dig it. Cheers! 🍻
As Brad mentioned nice video.
Sweet guitars.
Try a legend you will be pleased. The Balladeer is an amazing guitar. I enjoyed your video.
Yes! I hear amazing things about the legend! So glad you enjoyed the video. :)
It's like hanging with a buddy while he checks out a fresh guitar.
Haha thanks Kyle! Glad you enjoyed. Cheers! 😃
are the guitars the same size?
@@mcleanblades9234 the blonde guitar seems to be a bit larger.
@@MichaelGrecoGuitar I have a 1368 shallow shell and a 1768 deep shell - and the difference in sound is night and day. I use the 1368 as my daily practice guitar because the 1768 is really loud. The 1768 has a much fuller sound. (Same strings on both.)
Yeah you can't beat these,guitars,with a,stick....I have 7 in the house....the late 70s and 80s...if you can find one that has not been abused and in good shape....they are Better then the ones today
yes they sound so amazing. Wow 7 ovations is quite the collection. Play on brother