Ovation 1861 Balladeer — Guitar Resale Value
Acoustic GuitarsWhat a used Ovation 1861 Balladeer sells for on Reverb (median of 2 recent listings).
Ovation 1861 Balladeer value — Used $1,000. Prices updated July 2026.
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Expired listings — price reference
ovation custom balladeer 1862 USA vintage 1987 guitar excellent-mint w/hard case
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Item details
- Brand
- Ovation
- Make
- Ovation
- Model
- 1861 Balladeer
- Year
- 2003
- Finishes seen
- Black
- Used range
- $650 – $1,000
- Sample size
- 2 listings
Ovation 1861 Balladeer resale value
The used Ovation 1861 Balladeer has a median Reverb asking price of $1,000, ranging from $650 to $1,000 across 2 current listings.
What drives the price
For a used guitar, year, finish, originality (no mods/refins), and case move the price most. Vintage and limited runs command a premium; player-grade and modified examples sell for less.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Used | $1,000 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $199 / $600 / $1,500 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 23, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $199.00–$1,500.00 (median $600.00). Asking prices sit about 40% below the typical sold value of $1,000.00 — a window worth checking for buyers.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the typical resale price range for the Ovation 1861 Balladeer?
- Based on current listings, the Ovation 1861 Balladeer is priced between $650 and $1,000.
- What year was this specific model manufactured?
- The Ovation 1861 Balladeer model seen here was manufactured in 2003.
- What color finish is available for this guitar?
- The available finish for this model is Black.
