Adamas 1688GT-8 12 String Deep Bowl Reverse Blue Burst (1688GT-8 23103108)

Adamas 1688GT-8 12 String Deep Bowl Reverse Blue Burst
Model# 1688GT-8 23103108

List Price: $7,429.99

Price: $5,599.99

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Representing the ultimate craftsmanship from Ovation’s flagship workshop in New Hartford, Connecticut, the Adamas 1688 GT features a unidirectional carbon-graphite suspended soundboard with Quintad bracing, which provides a bold, clear voice and lightning-fast response. Each top is precisely fitted with “AST” – Adamas Suspended Top – technology that allows the ultra-thin top to vibrate more freely than traditionally constructed acoustic guitars.

The non-cutaway Deep Bowl composite body is made by hand from fiberglass cloth and works in tandem with the top to enhance frequency response and improve projection. The Adamas GT’s detailed ornamentation—including a carved peghead scroll, carved walnut bridge, and elaborately decorated soundholes—make a striking visual statement.

These 12 string Adamas are all custom ordered from the Custom Shop in New Hartford, Connecticut. They are not production guitars and are exclusive to Red Blanket.

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Body
Body Shape: Deep Non-Cutaway
Bracing: Quintad
Rosette: Laser Cut Exotic Hardwood Epaulets
Body Top: Carbon Fiber

Neck
Scale Length: 25.25" (642 mm)
Fingerboard: Resin Impregnated Walnut
Fingerboard: Resin Impregnated Walnut
Position Inlays: Maple

Electronics
OP Pro Studio

Hardware
Bridge: Carved Walnut
Tuning Machines: Gold Schaller

SN#19100302

5 out of 5 stars
By DERRICK T. on November 26, 2019

Damon helped me pick out not one but two 12 string Adamas Guitars, a blue/beige and a custom color he calls Bleen which is a blue green. I've owned one of the early Adamas 1, 6 string guitars for the past 37 years and I couldn't pass on the opportunity to get the 12 string guitars. Damon worked with me through the whole process and shipped the guitars out to Hawaii right away. They both arrived packed well for the long journey and arrived without any issues. The craftsmanship is second to none and the tonal quality is crystal clear and unique to the Ovation Adamas design. Although I don't play professionally anymore, I spend hours playing these guitars and just enjoying the rich full bodied tones. I'm now considering shopping for another 6 string Adamas that has the upgraded electronics but will spend more time getting used to 12 string for now. Mahalo to Damon and Red Blanket Guitars for the opportunity to own these custom guitars!

5 out of 5 stars
By Marvin M. on February 27, 2023

I met Damon in a Raider Nation group on FB..I can't say enough about my Raider Brother!! He knows his Ovation and B.C. Rich products no doubt!! He and Sara are the consumate guitar dealers when it comes to all things Ovation!! I've bought many guitars from Damon and also special ordered a few, "The Raider" Adamas 1 12 string and my all white Adamas 1 12 string. I'll be ordering more soon too. The Adamas Guitar from Ovation is in a league of it's own as far as sound, playability, dependability, comfort and design. I've learned on an Ovation 12 string, and will forever depend on it to jam, record or just play when possible. I haven't found another guitar comparable to it's distinct sound. I'm happy and proud to call Damon and Sara friends who are like family and I'm stoked to be able to play an Adamas like the Hawaiian artists that I looked up to who all played Ovation Adamas 1 12strings!! Congrats Damon and Sara...and don't forget to hit Damon up for anything Ovation!!! Aloha No!! Kalani Miles :)

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