The new line of Applause guitars showcases Ovation’s creativity while retaining the high standard of performance expected from a quality instrument. This new Applause Elite model has a vintage varnish stained top that highlights the grain and natural beauty of the spruce top. The guitar includes traditional Ovation appointments such as a spruce top, scalloped X bracing, and laser-cut, multi-port sound holes. A new headstock design creates a sleek aesthetic, while the Ovangkol fretboard, bridge and mid depth body allow for effortless playing. The CE304T preamp is paired with the Ovation Slimline pickup to give players upgraded electronics that offer incredible clarity, definition and tonal balance.