Ovation pioneered the acoustic-electric guitar in 1971, so no one has more experience with this revolutionary design. The multiple sound-hole configuration on the calibrated spruce top allows for more efficient bracing and tone contouring. In addition, the OP4B preamp has a gain knob, a Battery LED, plus a 3-band EQ. The slim neck and low action make playing effortless and will suit any style of playing from finger picking to power chords, plus the single cutaway will grant easy access to the higher frets. The award winning technology incorporated in this guitar make it a sophisticated piece of equipment with an extremely rich sound that just so happens to be affordable.