Ovation CC24 Celebrity Mid-Depth Cutaway User Reviews at zZounds

"no way!" submitted June 24, 2008

By a customer from yahoo.com

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Musical Background: active musician

Music Style: folk, acoustic, classical, indie, jazz, metal

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Sound: i love the sound of this guitar. its a distinct sound that is kind of glossy at the high notes, then its warm when played by the head of the guitar. factory fitted srings make it sound okay...i was somewhat dissapointed at first but when i gave it some elixers(preferably medium gauge) i was stunned at the improvement. as for when its plugged in...its funny because you can have shoe-laces on this guitar and it will sound amazing either way on an amp. this is where it shines. Feature: i love the simplicity of the electronics but what throws be off is the tuner built-in. it works properly but its kind of hard getting your sound from being flat or sharp. maybe a little practice will solve the problem. other than that, vol. control, mid equalizer, treble and bass adjustment are the main features on this guitar. It might not sound like a lot but honestly thats all you need. Ease of Use: its nice as far as the neck size, and the cut-away makes it easier to locate the frets far down the neck. The strings are a bit higher above the fret-board and especially when your playing in standard its a little bit more difficult to bar, etc. i tune it in drop d so over-all its at ease. and you really cant adjust the neck either =/ i guess its that well rounded guitar ya know? other than a few milli-meters away from the fret-board its beautifully made. Quality: it looks awesome. depending on your taste you will find different colors attractive but i have it in a natural color. Its almost like a vanilla color. the guitar honestly people is built like a tank. i've taken it almost everywhere from camping to the desert, in the forest, on the back of a vehicle for 3 days, heat and cold, etc. and it still plays just as well as it did first day i purchased it. This i believe is that ovation quality mark. You can take take this baby to war and i think you'll be missing a few parts rather than the guitar. Value: this guitar i bought for 300 dollars and i was amazed at the quality for the price. Manufacturer Support: i haven't had the means to call them. Backed by a 2 year warranty it seems nice. The Wow Factor: i think it looks sexy. Overall: it doesnt get a ten because its not perfect. nothing is...but it sure as hell gets close to it. its better to dish out 300 bucks on this guitar than fork over 1 or 2 grand on another guitar that sounds a bit better. the only other guitar that i would buy over this one that is price worthy is the graphite/carbon-fiber guitar by Rainsong. but thats 3000 bucks so screw it lol

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"Don't take my word for it ..go test drive one and you'll buy it !" submitted June 22, 2006

By a customer from peoplepc.com

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Musical Background: 35+ yrs

Music Style: everything but "Rap Crap"

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SPOTLIGHT REVIEW

Sound: sparkling highs with a bell like chime Feature: On board tuner and 3 band EQ makes this guitar sing like a song bird when used amplified Ease of Use: good except the round back keeps you on your toes(don't let it slide out of your lap while sitting) Quality: made very well . Finish is flawless Value: I'd buy another one today if somthing happened to the one I have Manufacturer Support: Haven't felt the need The Wow Factor: I have it . Overall: I'll be keeping this one for a while ,and, recommend others to get one

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"Look No Further - This One Is It!" submitted March 24, 2011

By a customer from yahoo.com

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Musical Background: 30 years but just hobbyist nowadays.

Music Style: Metal, Classic Rock, Blues

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Sound: I wasn't sure what I was gonna get with the bowl design but it turned out to have a very full sound acoustically and really showed it's worth once plugged in. Feature: There were no accessories. No case. Did have a battery. Having a tuner incorporated into the electronics is a plus but all acoustic/electrics have that feature. It has what it needs feature wise. Just gotta buy an Ovation case (no others will fit right). Ease of Use: This guitar is very "playable". Great action and smooth comfortable neck. The bowl on the guitar is very slippery but they put a rough area right where you need it when seated. Thought that was very thoughtful - it stays put. Quality: The quality appears top notch. We'll see after a few more months of use how well it can hold up to my abuse. Value: This one makes your money feel really well spent. Manufacturer Support: can't say - haven't needed any support yet. The Wow Factor: Ovations are sexy guitars. Nothing more need be said. Overall: I expect to have this guitar for a long time. I will buy more electric guitars but this one meets my acoustic needs nicely. If I got a backup for it I would probably get another Ovation (maybe with a natural top instead of the black this one has).

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Ovation CC24 Celebrity Customer Review submitted January 11, 2009

By a customer from gmail.com

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Musical Background: lifelong guitarist

Music Style: rock, slide, jazz and funk

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Sound: This Ovation may grow to become amoung your favorites. With practice, sweeping arpeggios and scorching leads solos will become possible. This be one sweet sounding guitar accostically shaped by the nature of the manufacturing process. Its vocal signature is pure, and with the rosewood neck, lowered fret action and cut away neck for the top end this is one fast guitar. Not to gig with but for camping. And it will last a lifetime. Feature: Cut away neck Manufacturer Support: Own an Ovation electric and they do stand by their products.

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Ovation CC24 Celebrity Mid-Depth Bowl Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar

User Ratings

"no way!" submitted June 24, 2008

"Don't take my word for it ..go test drive one and you'll buy it !" submitted June 22, 2006

"Look No Further - This One Is It!" submitted March 24, 2011

Ovation CC24 Celebrity Customer Review submitted January 11, 2009