Ovation AB24-2S Applause Mid Depth Acoustic-Electric Guitar - Ruby Red

Ovation’s latest edition to the Applause series is the ultra-affordable AB24. Following suit with the rest of Ovation’s lineup, this guitar boasts a rounded Lyrachord body, featuring a mid-depth design that provides enough internal resonance for brilliant projection without being too bulky to play comfortably. It also packs an onboard 3-band EQ, a volume control, and a tuner, so all of your settings are easily manageable right at your fingertips. The AB24 is powered by a CE304T preamp and a CT-600A active pickup to deliver both the low-end and high frequencies of your tone with vivid clarity. Guitarists here love the feel of the AB24’s naturally finished Ovangkol fingerboard as well, offering a familiar feel for players of all skill levels and supplying enough room to remain expressive across multiple genres. Whether you’re a beginner, a pro, or you’re just looking for an affordable and extremely resonant acoustic-electric, Ovation’s Applause AB24 will earn a standing ovation!

Catering to the player

With a comfortable, standard feel to the neck, the AB24 feels and plays like any quality classic acoustic guitar should. Its sound is colorful in nature and very resonant, thanks to its unique composite fiberglass shell. This makes the AB24 a great cross-genre companion; from country and folk to jazz and beyond, all genres are in play. The AB24 also comes equipped with a set of Adamas 1818 factory strings, so you’ll be up and running from the moment you strum your first chord.

Armed with quality electronic controls

An easy-to-use control panel is one major benefit of this valued-packed acoustic/electric. Along the top facing side, you have quick access to a master volume knob and a digital tuner, so adjustments while performing can be made quickly and discreetly. Also included on the control panel is a 3-band graphic equalizer, so you can shape your own mix of treble, middle, and bass into the tone that’s just right for you and your audience. Find the perfect balance to match any venue or shape your sound in the studio with ease — the AB24 has your back! When it comes to power, the AB24 is backed up by a CE304T preamp that drives an active CT-600A pickup. The result is an incredibly clear and tonally balanced sound, allowing you to really sharpen or round off any edge with the 3-band EQ. With that said, the AB24 doesn’t hold back — whether plugged in or acoustic, its projection is strong and defined with plenty of depth and resonance.

Unique Ovation design and construction

The AB24 retains plenty of classic Ovation appointments, starting with its Lyrachord body. Its rounded-off, mid-depth cutaway design easily sets it apart aesthetically from other guitars on the market, and you can really hear the difference when you plug in. A layered spruce top is satin finished with ABS ivory binding for a truly classic appearance that will fit any setting. The mahogany neck houses a naturally finished ovangkol fretboard with 20 medium-sized frets and standard markers, a familiar feel that will make guitarists of any caliber feel right at home. Ovation die-cast tuning machines and chrome-plated pegs line the vintage-style mahogany headstock for a truly classic look.

Ovation Applause AB24-2S Mid-depth Acoustic-electric Features:

• Mid-depth cutaway Lyrachord body offers unique appearance and superior resonance when plugged in
• Satin-finished layered spruce top with ABS ivory binding provides universally elegant appeal
• Mahogany neck with ovangkol fretboard in natural finish, housing 20 medium frets for universal feel and playability
• Ovation die-cast tuning machines and chrome-plated pegs complement the vintage-inspired mahogany headstock
• Powered by a CE304T preamp and CT-600A pickup offering a brilliant and defined plugged-in sound
• Easy-to-access control panel includes a 3-band EQ, tuner, and master volume knob
• Ready to play with a set of vibrant Adamas 1818 factory strings

• Tech Specs

  • String Type: Steel
  • Number of Strings: 6
  • Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed
  • Body Shape: Applause AB24-2S
  • Back & Sides Wood: Composite Fiberglass
  • Top Wood: Layered Spruce
  • Top Finish: Satin
  • Color: Ruby Red
  • Body Bracing: Ovation X-bracing
  • Neck Wood: Mahogany
  • Neck Shape: Soft V
  • Radius: 10"
  • Fingerboard Material: Ovangkol
  • Fingerboard Inlay: ABS Dots
  • Number of Frets: 20, Medium Nickel Silver
  • Scale Length: 25.315"
  • Nut Width: 1.692"
  • Nut/Saddle Material: PPS/Composite
  • Tuning Machines: Ovation Die-cast
  • Electronics: CE304T Preamp
  • Strings: Adamas, .012-.053