Everything the PG editors saw at Winter NAMM on Friday.
"Here's a stunning example of AAAAA-rated flame koa that's used for the new Ovation 1798's soundboard. Featuring a mid-depth contour body, the 1798 is meant to provide a clean and focused sound, with low-end projection coming from the large sound hole on the bass side. Appointments include koa inlay at the 12th fret, tortoise-shell binding, and the Ovation OCP-1K Compensated pickup and OP-PRO preamplifier."