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Description

Experience the seamless blend of tradition and innovation with the Ovation 1669 Custom Legend. This acoustic-electric guitar is crafted for the discerning musician who values both aesthetic beauty and exceptional sound quality. At the heart of this instrument is its patented Lyrachord body, a hallmark of Ovation guitars, which provides a unique tonal quality and durability that sets it apart from traditional wooden guitars. The Custom Legend series is known for its stunning inlays and attention to detail, making it not only a pleasure to play but also a visual masterpiece.

The Ovation 1669 is equipped with a high-quality onboard preamp and pickup system, ensuring that your sound is as rich and dynamic when amplified as it is acoustically. This guitar’s deep cutaway design allows for effortless access to the upper frets, making it ideal for intricate solos and complex chord progressions. Whether you're strumming in the studio or performing on stage, the Custom Legend delivers a balanced, articulate tone that captures every nuance of your playing.

Key Features:

  • Patented Lyrachord body for a unique, resonant sound
  • Onboard preamp and pickup system for excellent amplified performance
  • Deep cutaway design for easy access to higher frets
  • Intricate inlays and detailed craftsmanship for a stunning visual appeal
  • Balanced tone suitable for various musical styles

Product specs

Brand Ovation
Model 1669 Custom Legend
Finish Natural, Tobacco Sunburst
Year 1982 - 1984
Categories Acoustic-Electric Guitars
Active Preamp No
Back Material Composite
Color Family Natural, Yellow
Finish Pattern Sunburst
Finish Style Gloss
Fretboard Material Ebony
Number of Frets 20
Number of Strings 6-String
Pickup Undersaddle Piezo Pickup
Right / Left Handed Right Handed
Sides Material Composite
String Type Steel
Top Material Spruce

FAQs

What type of pickup does the Ovation 1669 Custom Legend use?

The Ovation 1669 Custom Legend features an undersaddle piezo pickup, which captures the vibration of the strings directly from the bridge for a clear and natural amplified acoustic sound.

Is the Ovation 1669 Custom Legend suitable for live performances?

Yes, the Ovation 1669 Custom Legend is well-suited for live performances due to its built-in undersaddle piezo pickup, which allows for easy amplification while maintaining the guitar's acoustic qualities.

What materials are used in the construction of the Ovation 1669 Custom Legend?

The Ovation 1669 Custom Legend features a spruce top, composite back and sides, and an ebony fretboard, combining traditional and modern materials for a balanced tone and durability.

How does the composite back and sides of the Ovation 1669 affect its sound?

The composite back and sides of the Ovation 1669 contribute to a unique tone with enhanced projection and sustain, offering a distinctive sound compared to traditional all-wood guitars.

What finish options are available for the Ovation 1669 Custom Legend?

The Ovation 1669 Custom Legend is available in Natural and Tobacco Sunburst finishes, both featuring a high-gloss style that enhances the visual appeal of the guitar.

Roman Miroshnichenko

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Roman Miroshnichenko on Ovation Custom Legend 1669

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Roman Miroshnichenko on Ovation Custom Legend 1669

Roman Miroshnichenko

Roman Miroshnichenko

Reviews

4.5 out of 5

Based on 2 Reviews and 7 Ratings

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raucusbacchus

Ovation Tone in Beautiful Glossy Black

The Custom Legend is a really nice guitar. Black with Mother of Pearl inlay, its a great looking guitar. The tone is great and of course, has that iconic Ovation sound, but The bowl is big. Light it may be but the awkward bulk means a strap is required even when seated. For that, it ding the rating. The Custom Legend holds tune & tone extremely well. We live in a dry, high desert and the neck on Ovations are rumored to bow towards convex if not cared for. I've had mine since 1992 with no problems. I really enjoy this guitar. ~m

cortez_rockartist

Ovation Black acoustic vision

I got it. I play it. Great when recorded by mic and jacked on 2 splitted tracks. A quite tough on strings but confortable

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See how Eric Clapton uses Ovation 1669 Custom Legend

Eric Clapton

Guitarist

Mark Knopfler’s Guitar Heroes

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Verified via Bonhams

Serial No. 310688, printed maker's label no interior with serial number and model number, in black finish, Lyrachord deep bowl body with single round cutaway, spruce top with abalone inlays, [laminate] neck, twenty fret bound ebony fingerboard with diamond and dot patterned inlays, the soundhole with inlaid abalone decoration in a foliate motif, ebony bridge with carved foliate decoration, control knob to one side and black pickguard; and a brown Ovation hardshell contour case with brown plush lining with handwritten label and strip of tape applied to lid inscribed Black, Ovation, Acoustic steel String, S.Cut. Gift From 'Guitar Centre' To Go In 04 Auction, Didn't Make It, Mode [sic] 1669...

See how Robert Fripp uses Ovation 1669 Custom Legend

Robert Fripp

Guitarist, Keyboardist

King Crimson

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Verified via Gettyimages

In this picture fripp, is holding the legend. You can tell it's the 1985 Ovation 1669 Custom Legend because of the inlays and the rosette.

See how Julian Casablancas uses Ovation 1669 Custom Legend

Julian Casablancas

Music Producer, Singer

The Strokes

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Verified via YouTube

Casablancas can be seen playing an Ovation Custom Legend throughout this video.

See how Phil Anselmo uses Ovation 1669 Custom Legend

Phil Anselmo

Singer, Guitarist

Pantera

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Verified via Photo

What is your main guitar?

"SG, jack, and I also an Ovation; I play Ovation acoustics. Just raw; I just mic em up, I don't ever plug em in much. But that's not entirely true. If I'm gonna do somethin' a little trippy of course I'll plug up."

https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/interviews/interviews/phil_anselmo_extreme_music_has_been_kind_to_me_give_back.html

See how Roman Miroshnichenko uses Ovation 1669 Custom Legend

Roman Miroshnichenko

Guitarist

Vai

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Verified via YouTube

In this live performance Roman play Ovation Custom Legend guitar with built-in Roland GK2-kit midi-driver.

See how Alessandro Bagagli uses Ovation 1669 Custom Legend

Alessandro Bagagli

Composer, Music Producer

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Verified via Alessandro Bagagli Official website

On his official website, Alessandro Bagagli mentions the Ovation 1669 Custom Legend, describing it as "a little bit tough but precise," indicating his use of this acoustic-electric guitar.

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