I have an 1992 Ovation Elite Adamas which I bought new. It has a very shallow back. I actually like the rounded back for easy of play while standing. The guitar can be turned facing up slightly.
The tone of this style guitar is different then most guitars since it doesn't have 1 large opening for projection of sound, it has several smaller holes positioned above and below the strings. When plugged in as an electric/acoustic it has a much richer sound. I recently purchased a 2007 Ovation Legend series with 1 large hole and improved electronic Pro EQ. The body is a mid bowl back, that is definitely wider than my Elite, but the sound projection for acoustic play is amazing to say the least. I would definitely recommend this guitar to any type of acoustic or electric/acoustic play.
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