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NAMM 2016: Dean Acoustics & Basses

Twelve new models reinforce the bass and acoustic ranges.

NAMM 2016: Dean Acoustics & Basses

AXS series in the acoustic line and Edge in the bass line have received the most of the new models. One acoustic bass, one mandolin and one signature steel-string model have also been introduced.

Dean is far more than a metal brand, their wings are made for everyone. Acoustic players, bluegrass players, reggae, pop, funk, psychedelic, blues, jazz, etc. Name it, and Dean`s got you covered. At this year`s NAMM, Dean has introduced quite a large number of electric guitars, covering a vast field of styles and genres. Along with them, some affordable acoustic, bluegrass and bass models were unveiled. The acoustic models range from $179 to $449, while the basses go from $299 to $499. AXS Dreadnought, AXS Dreadnought 12 String, AXS Dreadnought Cutaway A/E, AXS Dreadnought Mahogany, AXS Exotic Cutaway A/E Caidie, AXS Exotic Cutaway A/E Lacewood, AXS Performer A/E, Craig Wayne Boyd A/E and Tennessee AE Magnetic & Piezo Mando make up the acoustic lineup. Edge 4 Flame Top, Edge 5 Flame Top and Exotica Supreme Cutaway A/E Bass are the four and five-string updates.

Dean AXS Dreadnought is a very nicely made beginner acoustic guitar. It`s simple, straightforward and good sounding steel-string guitar. Mahogany/spruce body, rounded neck attached at 14th fret and black-clad die-cast tuners make for a perfect starting guitar. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check AXS Dreadnought detail page on our site or Dean Guitars official web page.

Dean AXS Dreadnought 12 String brings the the 12-string concept to the masses. With a $199 price tag, all-mahogany body, twelve die-cast tuners and a 20-fret fingerboard, this AXS is bound to conquer the guitar world. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check Dreadnought 12 detail page on our site or Dean Guitars official web page.

Dean AXS Dreadnought Cutaway A/E takes the basic Dreadnought model as its base and adds a deep Venetian cutaway, as well as a basic under-saddle pickup/side-mounted preamp electronics unit to the mix. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check Dreadnought Cutaway A/E detail page on our site or Dean Guitars official web page.

Dean AXS Dreadnought Cutaway A/E

Dean AXS Dreadnought Mahogany is the fourth dreadnought variation introduced as part of the new AXS series. It is a non-cutaway guitar with fully acoustic construction and simple styling. The only available color is black. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check AXS Dreadnought Mahogany detail page on our site or Dean Guitars official web page.

Dean AXS Exotic Cutaway A/E – Caidie is one of two Exotic models. This one features a standard selection of tonewoods, hardware and electronics, topped with a caidie sound board. The price tag is set at $249. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check Exotic Caidie detail page on our site or Dean Guitars official web page.

Dean AXS Exotic Cutaway A/E – Lacewood is the second half of the Exotic Cutaway duo and it replaces the caidie top with one made of lacewood. Other than that, these two are identical. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check Exotic Lacewood detail page on our site or Dean Guitars official web page.

Dean AXS Exotica Cutaway A/E Lacewood

Dean AXS Performer A/E is a very affordable acoustic-electric guitar with a single-cut body, stock Dean electronics, stock hardware and a vibrant color palette (Blue Burst, Classic White, Pink Burst). For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check AXS Performer detail page on our site or Dean Guitars official web page.

Dean Craig Wayne Boyd A/E is a small jumbo guitar with country tone and styling. It is the only acoustic signature model Dean has introduced this January. Gloss Natural is the only color scheme available. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check Craig Wayne Boyd detail page on our site or Dean Guitars official web page.

Dean Tennessee AE Magnetic & Piezo Mando is one mighty mandolin. It combines the classic styling and design with modern, hybrid electronics (standard bridge piezo pickup and single-coil magnetic pickup in neck position). For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check Magnetic & Piezo Mando detail page on our site or Dean Guitars official web page.

Dean Tennessee AE Magnetic & Piezo Mando

Dean Edge 4 Flame Top is one of the best new models in the intermediate class. It offers DMT Series Soapbar pickups, modern 24-fret fingerboard with abalone inlays, modern double-cut body and top shelf hardware. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check Edge 4 detail page on our site or Dean Guitars official web page.

Dean Edge 5 Flame Top is a modern bass made for modern rock and metal players. Some of the premium features include: DMT Design Soapbar pickups, C-shaped maple neck, mahogany/maple body and Grover tuners. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check Edge 5 detail page on our site or Dean Guitars official web page.

Dean Exotica Supreme Cutaway A/E Bass is an acoustic-electric bass with a pretty affordable $299 price tag. It offers a single-cut body, set-in neck, 21-fret fingerboard and stock Dean electronics. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check Exotica Supreme Cutaway detail page on our site or Dean Guitars official web page.

Deadn Exotica Supreme Cutaway A/E Bass