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Ovation USA Elite Deep Cutaway E-Acoustic Guitar - Natural

6-string Acoustic-electric Guitar with Spruce Top, Lyrachord Body, Mahogany/Walnut/Maple Neck, and Walnut Fingerboard - Natural
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A 6-string with Elite Playability

Ovation has been stunning in style and sonics since the mid-’60s, and this enviable USA Elite Deep Cutaway E-Acoustic guitar here at Sweetwater follows suit with vigor. This 6-string boasts Ovation’s iconic composite Lyrachord deep cutaway body and comes topped in solid AA spruce, exuding a resonant yet brightly articulate musicality that sounds lovely in any acoustic space and absolutely inspires when plugged in through its OP Pro preamp system. A 5-piece neck of mahogany, walnut, and maple comes carved to a soft V profile for a flawlessly manageable feel as your fingers peruse its 22-fret walnut fingerboard. Its “Elite” distinction offers a quintad bracing pattern internally with beautiful Elite epaulets across the top. Its other charming features are a matching walnut bridge and headstock veneer, a natural bone nut, and ultra-precise Gotoh tuners. Calling all songwriters, stage regulars, and session players!

Naturally unique Ovation sonics

Despite its unconventional shape, the composite Lyrachord deep cutaway body of the USA Elite E-Acoustic produces a sweetly distinct sound that’s kept players coming back to it for over half a century. Lovingly referred to as a “roundback,” it offers superb acoustic amplification and a boost in natural resonance. Contrasting this energy perfectly is a solid top of AA spruce, which helps showcase more brilliance and articulation for a well-rounded sound suitable for just about any setting. From DI recordings and dedicated acoustic amplifiers to the simple pleasures of traditional acoustic play, you’ll love every note.

A fine feel for all players

Another time-tested appointment from Ovation’s storied past is its 5-piece neck design, merging the properties of mahogany, walnut, and maple for an incredibly stable foundation with excellent organic note sustain. Factor in walnut’s dark, natural timbre, and every element of your playing, from chords to lead lines, will be delivered with beautifully rich integrity. Plus, a soft V neck profile slightly narrows the grip for your chording hand, promoting a more commanding feel and comfortable access to virtually every note of the piece at hand.

Champion plugged-in tones

If there’s one thing Ovation is as equally well known for as its unique body engineering, it’s the sound you get when you plug in. Its Lyrachord bowl construction works magnificently with an OCP pickup and the OP Pro preamp, harnessing every acoustic sound with incredible balance and vividity in translation. Track your tunes in the studio, and you’ll see what we mean. Aiding this top-notch performance are helpful appointments to ensure that you sound your best at all times, including a Master Volume control, a graphic EQ, and a tuner.

Ovation USA Elite Deep Cutaway E-Acoustic Features:

  • Composite Lyrachord deep cutaway body with quintad bracing offers fantastic projection, resonance, and balance when plugged in
  • Solid AA spruce top adds vibrancy and articulation for a well-rounded musical delivery
  • 5-piece neck of mahogany, walnut, and maple increases stability and natural sustain
  • Soft V profile offers easy command for hands of all sizes
  • 22-fret walnut fingerboard adds a richness to every note and chord
  • OCP pickup and OP Pro preamp offer stunning natural acoustic translation with a Master Volume control, graphic EQ, and tuner
  • Matching walnut bridge and headstock veneer, a natural bone nut, and Elite epaulets give this 6-string stellar curb appeal
  • Gotoh tuning machines promise precision adjustability with exceptional intonation

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Tech Specs

  • String Type: Steel
  • Number of Strings: 6
  • Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed
  • Body Shape: Deep Cutaway
  • Back & Sides Wood: Composite Lyrachord
  • Top Wood: Solid AA Spruce
  • Top Finish: Satin
  • Color: Natural
  • Body Bracing: Quintad
  • Binding: Black
  • Neck Wood: 5-piece Mahogany/Walnut/Maple
  • Neck Shape: Soft V
  • Radius: 10"
  • Fingerboard Material: Impregnated Walnut
  • Fingerboard Inlay: Dots
  • Number of Frets: 17 (22 partial), Medium, Nickel-silver
  • Scale Length: 25.25"
  • Nut Width: 1.6875"
  • Nut/Saddle Material: Bone/Composite Glass Filled
  • Bridge Material: Walnut
  • Tuning Machines: Gotoh 5010
  • Electronics: Ovation OCP preamp, OP Pro pickup
  • Strings: Adamas 1818 Phosphor Bronze, .012-.053
  • Case/Gig Bag: Hardshell Case
  • Manufacturer Part Number: .OV573.580

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Reviews

Love the low action
Short capo improv on Ovation USA Elite

Shot on iPhone 15 Max, no effects
My best Ovation yet…
I current own six Ovations. Two 12 strings, three 6 strings steel, and one Classical (nylon).

This is by far my best guitar investment to date.
The Ovation USA Elite Deep Cutaway E-Acoustic - Natural

Model : 1768-4S-G
Sold by and PLEK's by Sweetwater Sound.

I had the action setup to a low .07 at 12th fret. Using 10-47 string set.

Plays great and no fret buzz.

Those are my Ovation Pro Series 6 and 12 strings in background and edge of the Gretsch Alligator.
Wow, sounds amazing
I am a loyal Ovation brand owner and the 1768-4S-G is a great sounding guitar, and fun to play. It's my favorite Ovation to date. I buy all my guitars from Sweetwater as I'm brand loyal there as well.