Ovation 1598-meii Mode D'Emploi
Congratulations...
...on your purchase of an Ovation Roundback
TM
Guitar. Since
their introduction in 1966, Ovation guitars have defined the
cutting edge in guitar engineering and manufacture. In-
novations in design, materials, and electronics have kept
Ovation players plugged into the best in contemporary guitar
expression available.
This guide will acquaint you with the features and proper use
of your new instrument, and provide you with the information
you'll need to maintain your guitar. More detailed information
concerning the design, manufacture, and materials used in
the making of your Ovation Roundback
TM
can be found in
Ovation literature available from your Authorized Ovation
Dealer or visiting us at OvationGuitars.com on the Web.
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Please complete and mail within ten (10) days
or register on
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Purchaser's Name: _______________________________________
Purchaser's Address: _____________________________________
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Email Address: __________________________________________
Dealer: _________________________________________________
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Date of purchase: ________________________________________
Age of purchaser: _____________________________Sex _______
Occupation: _____________________ Yrs. played guitar _______
Purchaser's Address: _____________________________________
City ___________________________ State ________ Zip _______
Email Address: __________________________________________
Dealer: _________________________________________________
Address: ________________________________________________
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Date of purchase: ________________________________________
Age of purchaser: _____________________________Sex _______
Occupation: _____________________ Yrs. played guitar _______
Do you play : o Professionally o As a hobby
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Solo o with a group
What most influenced you to choose an Ovation?
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A friend o A teacher o A professional
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Tone or Projection o Ease of playing
Where did you see Ovation first?
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Concert o Dealer store o Television
What type of music do you play?
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Folk o Rock o Jazz o Country
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Jazz-Rock o Rhythm & Blues
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Classical o Other _____________________________
What music magazines do you read? _______________
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Ovation Instruments
Division of Kaman Music Corporation
37 Greenwoods Road
New Hartford, CT 06057
A Kaman Company
Registration Card
Printed in U.S.A.
The manufacturer of this product limitedly warrants to the original retail purchaser that this
product shall be free from defects in material and workmanship at the time of delivery. This
limited warranty shall be valid for the lifetime of the product and shall not apply to the following
components and properties of the product where present: strings, electronic components,
amplifying devices, normal fret wear, other normal wear, and any parts not made by the
manufacturer, which parts shall be subject to their individual warranties where applicable.
Additionally, tone, because it is a subjective matter, is not warranted. The obligation of the
manufacturer hereunder is limited to the repair of such product manufactured by it and
claimed to be defective (through the use of standard materials and processes in effect at
the time of repair) f.o.b. the manufacturer’s place of business provided that: (1) At purchase
the buyer completes and returns the attached warranty card with the required
information thereon (either in writing or via electronic means) as described on the
warranty registration card; (2) The Buyer (through the authorized dealer/distributor either
in writing or by telephone explains to the Manager or Assistant Manager of the manufacturer’s
Customer Service Department the nature of such defect and obtains return authorization from
the manufacturer prior to returning the product or component; (3) At the Buyer’s expense, the
Buyer returns the product claimed to be defective, through his authorized dealer/distributor,
to the manufacturer at the Buyer’s expense with shipping expenses prepaid both to and from
the manufacturer; (4) The manufacturer shall be satisfied that such defect is not the result
of misuse or abuse; and (5) The model number and serial number on both the registration
card and the product shall not have been altered; and the manufacturer shall perform its
warranty obligation as set forth herein free of charge for labor and materials for the first two
(2) years after the original retail purchase. Thereafter, the manufacturer shall be responsible
for all materials used in the performance of this warranty and the Buyer shall be responsible
for all service and labor charges incurred in such performance at standard manufacturer’s
rates in effect at that time. This warranty shall not apply to products which shall have been
subjected to misuse, negligence, alteration or accident, including exposure to extreme heat,
cold, or high or low humidity. The manufacturer shall not be liable for any property damage or
for any consequential damages (including loss of use or profits) nor shall the manufacturer’s
liability on any claim for damages arising out of or connected with the manufacture, sale,
delivery or use of any goods delivered under this order exceed the purchase price paid
therefor. In the event of unexpected loss by fire, theft, or damage of the Buyer’s product
while in the manufacturer’s possession such loss shall not be a liability of the manufacturer
in excess of the replacement with a new product of the same or most similar available style.
Excess value (collector’s value) insurance must be carried by the Buyer at Buyer’s expense.
The same is true with shipping insurance since many carriers place limits on their liability.
The manufacturer assumes no liability in the event of loss or damage to the owner’s product
while it is in transit to or from the manufacturer’s place of business and the owner shall be
responsible for all risk of loss. Any action for breach of this warranty or any other action under
this Agreement must be commenced within one (1) year after such cause of action arises;
(6) Proof of original retail purchase satisfactory to the manufacturer.
product shall be free from defects in material and workmanship at the time of delivery. This
limited warranty shall be valid for the lifetime of the product and shall not apply to the following
components and properties of the product where present: strings, electronic components,
amplifying devices, normal fret wear, other normal wear, and any parts not made by the
manufacturer, which parts shall be subject to their individual warranties where applicable.
Additionally, tone, because it is a subjective matter, is not warranted. The obligation of the
manufacturer hereunder is limited to the repair of such product manufactured by it and
claimed to be defective (through the use of standard materials and processes in effect at
the time of repair) f.o.b. the manufacturer’s place of business provided that: (1) At purchase
the buyer completes and returns the attached warranty card with the required
information thereon (either in writing or via electronic means) as described on the
warranty registration card; (2) The Buyer (through the authorized dealer/distributor either
in writing or by telephone explains to the Manager or Assistant Manager of the manufacturer’s
Customer Service Department the nature of such defect and obtains return authorization from
the manufacturer prior to returning the product or component; (3) At the Buyer’s expense, the
Buyer returns the product claimed to be defective, through his authorized dealer/distributor,
to the manufacturer at the Buyer’s expense with shipping expenses prepaid both to and from
the manufacturer; (4) The manufacturer shall be satisfied that such defect is not the result
of misuse or abuse; and (5) The model number and serial number on both the registration
card and the product shall not have been altered; and the manufacturer shall perform its
warranty obligation as set forth herein free of charge for labor and materials for the first two
(2) years after the original retail purchase. Thereafter, the manufacturer shall be responsible
for all materials used in the performance of this warranty and the Buyer shall be responsible
for all service and labor charges incurred in such performance at standard manufacturer’s
rates in effect at that time. This warranty shall not apply to products which shall have been
subjected to misuse, negligence, alteration or accident, including exposure to extreme heat,
cold, or high or low humidity. The manufacturer shall not be liable for any property damage or
for any consequential damages (including loss of use or profits) nor shall the manufacturer’s
liability on any claim for damages arising out of or connected with the manufacture, sale,
delivery or use of any goods delivered under this order exceed the purchase price paid
therefor. In the event of unexpected loss by fire, theft, or damage of the Buyer’s product
while in the manufacturer’s possession such loss shall not be a liability of the manufacturer
in excess of the replacement with a new product of the same or most similar available style.
Excess value (collector’s value) insurance must be carried by the Buyer at Buyer’s expense.
The same is true with shipping insurance since many carriers place limits on their liability.
The manufacturer assumes no liability in the event of loss or damage to the owner’s product
while it is in transit to or from the manufacturer’s place of business and the owner shall be
responsible for all risk of loss. Any action for breach of this warranty or any other action under
this Agreement must be commenced within one (1) year after such cause of action arises;
(6) Proof of original retail purchase satisfactory to the manufacturer.
This product is distributed through a network of authorized distributors and dealers who
are identified by an “authorized dealer” decal plaque. Your authorized dealer/distributor will
act as the agent of the manufacturer and will be responsible for handling all warranty claims
under this warranty in accordance with the manufacturer’s direction. Purchase of this product
from other than an “authorized dealer” may lead to difficulty or delay in obtaining warranty
service.
act as the agent of the manufacturer and will be responsible for handling all warranty claims
under this warranty in accordance with the manufacturer’s direction. Purchase of this product
from other than an “authorized dealer” may lead to difficulty or delay in obtaining warranty
service.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IS MADE IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDINg WITHOUT LIMITATION
ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTAbILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, ALL SUCH WARRANTIES bEINg SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMED AND
EXCLUDED. IN NO EVENT WILL THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIbUTOR bE LIAbLE
FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEqUENTIAL DAMAgES OR ANY NATURE
WHATSOEVER, REgARDLESS OF HOW ARISINg.
ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTAbILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, ALL SUCH WARRANTIES bEINg SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMED AND
EXCLUDED. IN NO EVENT WILL THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIbUTOR bE LIAbLE
FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEqUENTIAL DAMAgES OR ANY NATURE
WHATSOEVER, REgARDLESS OF HOW ARISINg.
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Kaman Music Corporation
Mission Statement
We are dedicated to maintaining a
position of industry leadership by offering
a wide range of music products and the
highest quality service to our customers.
Address service correspondence to:
Ovation Instruments
37 Greenwoods Road
New Hartford, CT 06057
800-552-4681
For your records, we suggest you note the details of your
Ovation purchase:
Model#: ________________________________________
Serial#:_________________________________________
Date of Purchase: ________________________________
Dealer: _________________________________________
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