2005 Ovation 1769-ADII Al Di Meola Signature - Black | USA Custom Legend Electro Acoustic Guitar Deep Bowl Solid „AAA“ Spruce Top Abalone Cutaway Pickup Collector's Condition | CoA OHSC

I am offering here an Ovation 1769-ADII from 2005, the still handcrafted in New Hartford, Connecticut (USA) legendary Roundback Signature acoustic guitar model of exceptional American guitarist Al Di Meola from the Custom Legend Series featuring a solid “AAA” spruce top over an Ovation A-bracing, voluminous Deep Bowl Lyrachord body with cutaway, double maple-reinforced mahogany neck with soft “V” neck profile and Kaman Bar, bound ebony fingerboard with elaborate 29 Diamonds and Dots abalone inlays and 42.9mm nut width, intonation-stable Ovation gold tuners with pearl knobs and active Ovation OP-Pro pickup system in a classic high-gloss black finish with various abalone decorations in excellent collector’s condition, including black Ovation deluxe hardshell case and professional setup with 12-53 Elixir 80/20 strings. The 1769-ADII was created as a signature model for the exceptional American guitarist Al Di Meola, who—since the 1970s—has been considered one of the most influential guitarists of his generation thanks to his virtuoso blend of jazz, fusion, rock, and Latin American influences. It was precisely his intensive work with acoustic guitars that made Ovation instruments an integral part of his sound for decades, and his Ovation guitar was long considered the guitarist’s flagship—not least because it was also Al Di Meola’s instrument of choice in the legendary Super Trio featuring Paco de Lucía and John McLaughlin. The ADII is based on the luxurious Custom Legend series and combines its elaborate features with details tailored to Di Meola’s precise and dynamic playing style. Sonically, the combination of a solid “AAA” spruce top and a Deep Bowl Lyrachord body delivers a powerful, exceptionally direct acoustic tone with tight bass, prominent mids, and brilliant, clearly defined highs. The Ovation A-bracing supports a fast attack and high dynamics, while the deep body provides the necessary volume and foundation. Fast single-note lines and percussive rhythm playing in particular are reproduced with exceptional precision, yet the guitar also possesses enough warmth and richness for classic strumming and fingerstyle. The five-piece mahogany/maple neck with an integrated Kaman Bar combines high structural stability with a comfortable, grippy soft “V” profile. The high-quality ebony fingerboard, with its total of 29 diamond and dot abalone inlays, contributes significantly to the signature model’s distinctive appearance. With a 42.9 mm nut width and a 641 mm scale length, the guitar offers a familiar and comfortable playing feel that supports both fast pick playing and complex chord work. For stage use, the ADII features the proven Ovation OP-Pro active system in combination with the OCP-1 piezo pickup. The preamp allows for direct tone shaping at the instrument and powerfully transmits the fast response and characteristic Ovation sound to amplifiers or PA systems. The separate jack and balanced XLR outputs are particularly convenient, making the instrument ideal for professional live and studio applications. A sound sample of the model can be found above at the end of the photo gallery. Visually, the deep black high-gloss finish creates a striking contrast to the gold-plated tuners with pearl knobs and the numerous shimmering abalone details. Particularly distinctive are the elaborate Custom Legend Abalone Leaf Pattern rosette, the abalone purfling on the top, and the ornate abalone fretboard inlays. Together, these elements create the unmistakable, extravagantly elegant aesthetic for which the high-quality U.S. Ovations of this era are known. Technical Specifications: Origin: New Hartford, CT, USA Year of Manufacture: 2005 Top: “AAA” spruce (solid) Bracing: Ovation A Body: Lyrachord Deep Bowl with cutaway Neck: 5-piece mahogany/maple neck with Kaman Bar Neck profile: Soft “V” Fingerboard: Ebony with 29 “Diamonds and Dots” abalone inlays, bound Fingerboard radius: 10” Frets: 20 Nut width: 42.9mm Headstock: Matching headstock with gold logo and signature inlay Bridge: Ebony, decorated with hand-carved inlays Tuners: Ovation Gold with pearl knobs Pickup: Ovation OCP-1 piezo pickup system with active OP-Pro preamp, including 1x jack and 1x XLR output jack Top binding: White with abalone purfling Rosette: Custom Legend abalone leaf pattern Finish: Black, high-gloss Scale length: 641mm Serial No.: 596270 Includes black Ovation deluxe hardshell case, warranty card The Ovation 1769-ADII is no longer manufactured in this configuration and is one of the most sought-after Ovation models of all time. This guitar is in excellent collector’s condition and is technically flawless. Visually, it shows only the very finest superficial wear, if any (see photos). The frets are immaculate. The instrument has been professionally set up with 12-53 Elixir 80/20 strings, and I (a longtime guitar teacher) will ship it fully insured with DHL for €49.99 within Germany or €79.99 within the EU. Worldwide…