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Description
The Ovation Celebrity CS257 is a remarkable blend of style and substance, offering both seasoned musicians and aspiring artists a versatile tool for their musical journeys. This acoustic-electric guitar is renowned for its innovative design and performance-enhancing features. Its Lyrachord body and solid spruce top provide a resonant sound that is both bright and full-bodied, ideal for various genres from folk to rock.
Equipped with the cutting-edge OP-30 preamp system, the CS257 ensures that your sound is always clear and defined, whether you're playing unplugged or amplified. This system includes a three-band EQ and a built-in tuner, giving you precise control over your tone. The slim neck is crafted for comfortable playability, making it easier to transition between chords and scales, while the cutaway design provides easy access to higher frets, perfect for solos and intricate fingerwork.
The CS257's unique roundback design not only enhances sound projection but also adds a modern touch to its classic aesthetic. Its durability and reliability make it a great choice for both studio recordings and live performances.
Key Features:
- Acoustic-electric guitar with solid spruce top
- Lyrachord body for enhanced sound projection
- OP-30 preamp system with three-band EQ and built-in tuner
- Slim neck for comfortable playability
- Cutaway design for easy access to higher frets
- Unique roundback design for modern aesthetics and durability
Videos
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Ovation Celebrity CS257 (unplugged) demo
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Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Ovation Celebrity CS257.
Build quality
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The thick poly finish on Ovation guitars can unpredictably crack, even in properly stored and humidity-controlled environments.
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User experience
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The Ovation Celebrity CS257 has a slim, narrow, soft v-shaped neck, praised for comfort, especially by users with smaller hands.
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Features and functionality
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The Lyrachord body design makes playing without a strap challenging due to its slippery nature when seated.
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Setup and maintenance
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Once set up properly, the Ovation Celebrity CS257 offers excellent playability, though the tone unplugged is often criticized.
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4.5 out of 5
Based on 1 Review and 5 Ratings
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My First Acoustic Electric
I bought this from a coworker who was unloading gear so she could move to NYC. It was the first acoustic electric I ever bought and think possibly the third or fourth guitar I ever owned. I find myself using this to write music more than my cheaper acoustic which I bought for that purpose. The neck on this feels like an electric guitar; It's thin and fast. I wish I could find a nice simple acoustic with a neck like this.
Artist usage
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Brendan Lukens, the singer, guitarist, and composer known for his work in the genres of Rock, Emo, Pop punk, alternative emo, and philly indie, can be clearly observed playing the Ovation Celebrity CS257 acoustic-electric guitar in a live acoustic performance of "Thrash Particle." This information is verified through a video provided by J B on YouTube titled "Modern Baseball - The Thrash Particle (Live Acoustic)," where the Ovation Celebrity CS257 is prominently featured throughout the performance.
Genre Usage
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