We all have our preferences and tastes in sound... Ovations are well enough made, have good action and usually good necks, and offer an easy way to plug and play. I personally find their unplugged sound very "plasticy," a bit bland, without the subtle depth and nuances that woods bring to the mix. I myself haven't heard an Ovation in years (and besides my own, I've played new ones as recently as two weeks ago on 48th st in new york city) that I would call excellent sounding when played acoustic. Especially the ones that are the shallow bowls. But hey, that's just me. I do play mine regularly- and sometimes use it on demos as a second guitar specifically because of its sound, which is a lot different from my other guitars.

And that being said, Glen Campbell can get some amazing sounds out of his... I just don't think I would ever use the description excellent in describing them. (Nor would I use it to describe many guitars I've played, honestly! Although a Lowden and a particular sparkling Collings come readily to mind...)

I would recommend personally trying a few Ovations. If it sounds good to you, buy it. They're well enough made that quality has never been the issue- one thing, too, make sure you try it seated and standing, some folks find the bowls don't "fit" them real well depending on their heigth and, er, width...

cheers and keep us posted on what you decide!

Jim