Ovation Ultra E 1516 Mid Depth Acoustic-Electric Guitar
- A-grade spruce top, composite fiberglass back and sides
- K-21CT preamp, OCP-2000 piezo pickup
- 2-band EQ for tone shaping
- 25.5 inch scale, 6 strings
- Khaya mahogany neck, soft V, dovetail joint
- 2.44 kg, 44.88 x 19.29 x 9.06 inches
- 2-year warranty
Updated 5 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A classic Ovation roundback with a spruce top and updated electronics for players who perform plugged in. The composite bowl back can slide off the lap when seated, and no case or gig bag is listed.
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ASIN: B0BV7B18RWModel: Ultra E 1516Category: Acoustic-Electric Guitars
Overview
Stage players who want the classic Ovation sound get a spruce top over a rounded composite fiberglass bowl. A new preamp and piezo pickup feed the PA with a two-band EQ for quick tone shaping, and the mahogany neck has a soft V profile.
Feedback-resistant amplified tone is why players reach for an Ovation, and the updated preamp and pickup deliver a crisp signal. The bowl back is less resonant unplugged than an all-wood body. No case, cable or gig bag is listed.
Who it's for
Performers on loud stages and fans of the Ovation look get a guitar that holds up through a PA. Couch players focused on unplugged warmth will prefer a wood-bodied acoustic.
Pros and cons
- Spruce top for responsive tone
- Two-band EQ on the preamp
- Comfortable soft V neck
- Dovetail neck joint
- No case or gig bag listed
- Round back can slip when seated
- Output jack type not listed
Performance notes
Amplified sound depends on the piezo pickup placement and preamp EQ, which shape the signal before the PA. The composite bowl reflects sound forward with less wood coloring, giving a focused tone. The spruce top still governs touch response when played unplugged.
Specifications
| Brand | Ovation |
|---|---|
| Model | Ultra E 1516 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Scale Length | 25.5 inches |
| Item weight | 2.44 kg |
| Item dimensions | 44.88 x 19.29 x 9.06 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Top Material Type | A-grade spruce |
| Body Material Type | Lyrachord |
| Neck Material Type | Khaya (African mahogany), soft V, dovetail joint |
| Fretboard Material Type | Indian laurel |
| String Material Type | Alloy steel |
| Color | Dusk Till Dawn |
| Back Material Type | Lyrachord composite fiberglass |
| Finish | Natural satin neck finish |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2-year warranty |
| Other details | |
| Guitar Pickup Configuration | OCP-2000 piezo |
| Guitar Bridge System | Fixed |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Electronics | K-21CT preamp, 2-band EQ |
Frequently asked questions
What is the back of the Ovation Ultra E made of?
Composite fiberglass, listed as Lyrachord, in the rounded Ovation shape.
What neck does the Ovation Ultra E have?
A Khaya (African mahogany) neck with a soft V profile, dovetail joint and natural satin finish.
Can I shape the tone on the Ovation Ultra E?
Yes. The preamp has a 2-band EQ.