Ovation celebrates 60th anniversary

Ovation is marking its 60th anniversary by reviving the cult Viper guitar once beloved by Jeff Buckley.

Viper guitar returns in two versions

The new Viper models are limited to 60 pieces each and feature distinct tonewoods and hardware specs.

Viper IV-DTD-G and IV-1-G models

The Viper IV-DTD-G has a basswood body with maple veneer and Babicz Fixed Six hardtail bridge, while the IV-1-G uses alder with Babicz FCH-2 Point tremolo.

Limited edition pricing and features

Each model costs €1,194 (approx. $1,122) with 25.5" scale, bolt-on maple necks, Java rosewood fingerboards, and 24 frets.

Ovation's product manager statement

Ovation's Product Manager Thomas Neuhierl says, 'Ovation has always been at its strongest when we dared to be different. For our 60th birthday, we are bringing that courage back to the stage.'

“Ovation has always been at its strongest when we dared to be different. For our 60th birthday, we are bringing that courage back to the stage.”