The Ovation Ultra Series 1516 acoustic-electric guitar provides singer-songwriters a comfortable, lightweight instrument for crafting melodies on the go. Thanks to its mid-depth, non-cutaway body, you can hold this guitar close while fingerpicking complex chords or strumming full open strings. A solid spruce top with scalloped X-bracing resonates brightly, projecting your voice with clarity. Play barre chords up and down the two-piece khaya neck and Indian laurel fingerboard with confidence, bending notes or employing subtle vibrato at higher frets.When inspiration strikes, simply engage the onboard Ovation Slimline pickup and K-21CT preamp to shape your tone before sending a signal to an amplifier or recording device. You'll appreciate how the 1516 Ultra Series' thin yet durable UV-cured finish and elegant appointments inspire creativity. For an acoustic-electric guitar offering comfort, quality and versatility, the Ovation 1516 Ultra Series is the total package.

Premium Materials for Premium Sound
The 1516 Ultra Series' solid spruce top is thermo-treated to withstand changes in humidity and temperature. This durable wood vibrates freely for shimmering highs and a focused midrange. The scalloped X-bracing supports the top while allowing it to resonate fully. The mid-depth Lyrachord bowl provides a lightweight yet resonant body, emphasizing bass and midrange warmth. Overall, these premium materials produce a clear, balanced acoustic tone ideal for solo performance and recording.

Slim, Fast Neck Feels Familiar
The 1516 Ultra Series' slim two-piece khaya neck and Indian laurel fingerboard feel instantly familiar and playable. A nut width of 1.68' gives you ample room to fret chords and pick single n