Sunday, July 31, 2011

Dean Vendetta Guitar, XM with Tremelo, Solid Body Electric, Metallic Blue

Dean Vendetta Guitar, XM with Tremelo, Solid Body Electric, Metallic Blue Review



Dean Vendetta Guitar, XM with Tremelo, Solid Body Electric, Metallic Blue Feature

  • Paulownia body with metallic blue finish and bolt-on construction
  • 25.5-inch scale, 24-fret maple neck with rosewood fingerboard and dot inlays
  • Dual Dean humbuckers with volume and tone controls, three-way toggle
  • Dean vintage tremolo bridge
  • Dean diecast tuning machines
Dean's Vendetta XM offers the budget-conscious a solid Vendetta option, with a bolt-on neck, a pair of Dean humbuckers, Dean diecast tuning machines, and a vintage tremolo bridge.

Vendetta XMT at a Glance

  • Body wood: Paulownia
  • Neck Construction: Bolt-on
  • Neck wood: Maple
  • Fretboard: Rosewood
  • Inlays: Dot
  • Frets: 24
  • Scale: 25.5"
  • Bridge: Dean Vintage Tremolo
  • Pickups: Dean Humbuckers
  • Controls: Volume, Tone, Three-way Switch
  • Tuners: Dean Diecast
  • Hardware: Black
  • Finish: Metallic Blue

Vintage tremolo bridge, Dean humbuckers.

Dean diecast tuners.

The Dean Vendetta Series
With four models to choose from, the Vendettas have string-through-body design, classic Dean V Ferrule pattern, dual Humbuckers, a 25.5-inch scale, and solid mahogany bodies with a maple neck. The Vendetta 1.0 and 2.0 are bolt-on models with black hardware. The 2.0 model features a solid flame maple top. The Vendetta 3.0 and 4.0 sport neck-through construction with the Pearl Evil Eye inlay running the length of the fretboard. The 4.0 version has a beautiful quilted maple top and is available in an all too popular "Tiger Eye" finish.

Paulownia Body
Paulownia is an increasingly popular substitute for mahogany in more affordable guitar models. It's a fast-growing, hearty tree native to Japan and Southeast Asia, and has traditionally been used for Asian string instruments.

As a lightweight, porous body wood, Paulownia is somewhat similar to swamp ash in its sonic signature: very resonant, with plenty of chime and a nice, tight low-end.

Bolt-On Construction
The Vendetta XM uses bolt-on construction, an affordable alternative to set-neck or thru-body designs. The advantage of this design is that if you do have any neck trouble down the line, you can easily replace it.

The maple neck features an ultra-playable 24-fret rosewood fingerboard, with classic dot inlays.

Dean Humbucker Pickups
To capture the biting tones of vintage Deans, the company includes two humbuckers. These pickups should provide more than enough bite for modern styles, along with plenty of low-end and midrange definition. The standard three-way selector allows bridge, neck, or a combination, and volume and tone controls are provided.

Dean Diecast Tuners
Dean's sealed diecast tuners offer solid tuning and mechanics, for a long lifetime of dependable performance.

Vintage Tremolo Bridge
Add a little flavor to your playing, from subtle vibrato to full-on dive bombs.


Saturday, July 30, 2011

Dean Tradition Acoustic Guitar, Exotic Quilted Ash

Dean Tradition Acoustic Guitar, Exotic Quilted Ash Review



Dean Tradition Acoustic Guitar, Exotic Quilted Ash Feature

  • Solid Sitka spruce top Quilted ash back, sides, and headstock face Mahogany neck Rosewood fretboard Wood parquet rosette
Dean's Tradition Exotic series offers players a line of guitars that are crafted from exotic tonewoods at great prices. This guitar is made from Quilted Ash for a unique voice, plus a solid spruce top for added tone and volume. It's mated to a mahogany neck and rosewood fingerboard. A classy parquet design adorns the rosette. Also features a set of chrome die-cast tuners. Case not included Tradition Exotic Quilted Ash ~Solid Spruce Top ~25-1/2" scale ~Quilted Ash Back and Sides ~Rosewood Fingerboard ~Pearl DOT Inlays ~Mahogany Neck ~Sealed Die Cast Tuners ~Celluloid Binding ~Woodcut Mosaic Rosette


Friday, July 29, 2011

Dean Guitars Deceiver Flame Top with EMG - Trans Blue Electric Guitar

Dean Guitars Deceiver Flame Top with EMG - Trans Blue Electric Guitar Review



Dean Guitars Deceiver Flame Top with EMG - Trans Blue Electric Guitar Feature

  • Flame Maple Top
  • 24 3/4 Scale
  • Rosewood Fingerboard
DECEIVER FM . Flame Maple Top. Mahogany Body. 24-3/4" Scale. Set Mahogany C Neck. Ebony Fingerboard. Pearl Deceiver Inlays. Abalone Body Binding. Grover Tuners. Black Nickel Hardware (SC). Gold Hardware (TBZ). Tune-O-Matic Bridge. USA Dean EMG 81 Bridge Pickup. USA Dean EMG 85 Neck Pickup. Finishes: Trans Blue [NEW], Scary Cherry, Trans Braziliaburst


Thursday, July 28, 2011

Dean Hillsboro 5 String Jazz Bass, Classic Black, Active EQ Pickups

Dean Hillsboro 5 String Jazz Bass, Classic Black, Active EQ Pickups Review



Model: HILLSBORO 5 CBK- Hillsboro 5 String Bass in Classic Black ? Flame Maple Top ? Basswood Body ? 34" Scale ? Bolt-On Maple C Neck ? Maple Fingerboard ? Black Dot Inlays ? Die Cast Tuners ? Chrome Hardware ? Die Cast Bridge ? Dean Jazz Active EQ Pickups ? Finishes: Classic Black


Tuesday, July 26, 2011

Dean Guitars 12 Gauge Solid Top CAW A/E - GN Acoustic-Electric Guitar

Dean Guitars 12 Gauge Solid Top CAW A/E - GN Acoustic-Electric Guitar Review



Dean Guitars 12 Gauge Solid Top CAW A/E - GN Acoustic-Electric Guitar Feature

  • Solid Spruce Top
  • Mahogany Body
  • Rosewood Fingerboard
12 GAUGE with Aphex. Solid Spruce Top. Mahogany Body. 25-1/2" Scale. Set Mahogany C Neck. Rosewood Fingerboard. Maple Dot Inlays. Mahogany Gun Stock Pickguard. Distressed Nickel Hardware. DMT I2EX Preamp w/Tuner. DWC-Aphex Aural Exciter & Big Bottom Circuitry. Finishes: Gloss Natural


Monday, July 25, 2011

Dean Markley VintageBronze LT 2002 Acoustic Guitar Strings (.011-.046)

Dean Markley VintageBronze LT 2002 Acoustic Guitar Strings (.011-.046) Review



Dean Markley VintageBronze LT 2002 Acoustic Guitar Strings (.011-.046) Feature

  • Clarity, tone, and response like no other guitar strings
  • Gauges: .011-.014-.022-.030-.036-.046.
The first and still the finest - Dean Markley VintageBronze Acoustic Guitar Strings now sport tarnish-resistant individual envelopes and environmentally friendly packaging. VintageBronze strings give you clarity, tone, and response like no other guitar strings. Add a great feel and long life, and there's not much more you could ask for, is there?


Sunday, July 24, 2011

Dean Resonator Heirloom Brass

Dean Resonator Heirloom Brass Review



Dean Resonator Heirloom Brass Feature

  • Single cone construction
  • Mahogany neck
  • Rosewood fingerboard
  • 24 3/4 in. scale
  • 3 in. depth
Made of solid distressed metal with matching dot inlays and truss rod cover, the Heirloom resonator guitar from Dean has a unique voice all its own. Appointments include "F" shaped soundholes, "Aged" grover tuners, and an embossed Dean logo in the bridge cover. An affordable metal resonator guitar with a unique voice and a vintage look! RESHC & RESC ~Single Cone Top ~24 3/4" scale ~Mahogany Neck ~Rosewood fingerboard ~Die Cast Tuners ~Pearl DOT inlay ~Solid Distressed Brass or Copper Construction ~Biscut Bridge


Saturday, July 23, 2011

Dean Baby Z 7/8 Size Solid Body Electric Guitar Metallic Red

Dean Baby Z 7/8 Size Solid Body Electric Guitar Metallic Red Review



Dean Baby Z 7/8 Size Solid Body Electric Guitar Metallic Red Feature

  • 3/4 Body Size
  • Contoured Top
  • Basswood Body
  • 24-3/4" Scale & 1-5/8" Nut
  • Die Cast Tuners
Dean Baby Series 3/4 size solid body electric guitars are trimmed-down, lightweight bodies for rapid motion that are married to screamin' Dean hi-output pickups and a lightning-fast, full-scale neck to create a lean and mean sound machine. Radical body style and black hardware give it looks to kill for. Babys come in ML, Z and V shapes and a variety of colors. Baby Z Metallic Red ~Contoured Top ~Basswood Body ~Maple Neck ~Rosewoood Fingerboard ~24 3/4 " scale ~Black Hardware ~Abalone DOT Inlays ~Tune O Matic Bridge ~Dean High Output Pickups ~3/4 Size Body


Friday, July 22, 2011

Dean Markley 2005A Markley Strgs Vintage Brnz Tlt

Dean Markley 2005A Markley Strgs Vintage Brnz Tlt Review



Dean Markley VintageBronze? strings give you clarity, tone and response like no other strings around. Add a great feel and long life, and there's not much more you could ask for, is there? Gauges: .011; .015; .024; .032; .042; .052


Thursday, July 21, 2011

Dean Solid Top Dreadnaught Acoustic Guitar

Dean Solid Top Dreadnaught Acoustic Guitar Review



Dean Solid Top Dreadnaught Acoustic Guitar Feature

  • Dreadnought body style Solid Spruce Top Mahogany Back & Sides 25-1/4" scale 1-5/8 nut width Mahogany Neck Rosewood Fretboard Pearl dot inlays Rosewood Headstock overlay 20 frets Sealed Die Cast Tuners Multi-ply binding Wood Diamond Rosette Wedge shaped rosewood bridge Gloss finish
A solid spruce top and mahogany body deliver big, warm sound and visual elegance. The Dean Daytona is a flattop acoustic guitar that features a great traditional dreadnought look and feel. The neck is extremely comfortable with a shorter 25-1/4" scale length. Decorative appointments include; a wood diamond rosette, rosewood headstock overlay, multi-ply binding, and a wedge shaped rosewood bridge. Daytona ~Solid Spruce Top ~Mahogany Body ~Mahogany Neck ~Rosewood Fingerboard ~Pearl Dot inlay ~Die CastTuners ~25 1/2" scale ~Multi Ply Binding ~Wood Diamond Rosette ~Dean Electronics w/Tuner


Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Dean Guitars EVO XM Starter Pack (Trans Black)

Dean Guitars EVO XM Starter Pack (Trans Black) Review



Dean Guitars EVO XM Starter Pack (Trans Black) Feature

  • Solid wood top / body
  • Maple neck
  • Rosewood fingerboard
  • Pearl dot inlays
  • 24-3/4" scale
An entire guitar rig with everything you need to get rolling! The Dean EVOXM and Amp Pack includes the Dean EVOXM Guitar, Dean M10 Guitar Amp, gig bag, tuner, cord, strap, and picks.

An ideal guitar the beginning guitarist. Click to enlarge.

Compact 10-watt practice amp with plenty of gain. Click to enlarge.

Dean EVO XM Guitar
The EVO XM is a perfect blend of vintage design, old world craftsmanship and decades of guitar building technology. This affordable yet stylish axe has a lightweight basswood body in a mahogany stain for a "high-end" look, with a maple neck and 22-fret rosewood fingerboard. A set of Dean high-output humbuckers deliver the sonic goods, while the adjustable TOM-style bridge keeps you in tune for the length of the gig. Great for players of any level, but is truly ideal for the beginning guitarist who wants an attractive model as their first guitar.

EVO XM Features:

  • Solid Basswood Body
  • 24 3/4" scale
  • Maple Neck
  • Rosewood fingerboard
  • Sealed Tuners
  • Pearl DOT inlay
  • Black hardware
  • Tune O Matic Bridge
  • Dean Humbucker Pickups
  • Slim Neck Profile

Dean M10 Amplifier
The M10 Amp is a compact 10W amp with one 6.5-inch speaker and a stereo headphone jack for private practice.

Dial in your sound with treble, mid and bass controls. Dial in some dirt while you're at it, with the gain control. If you want to take it to palm-muting heaven, use the boost button. A great practice amp for any style.

Accessories
Dean also includes a gig bag, strap, instrument cable and picks so you'll have everything you need to start playing.

What's in the Box
EVO XM Guitar (Trans Black), Dean M-10 Amplifier, Gig Bag, Instrument Cable, Strap, Picks The Dean EVO XM Electric Guitar Pack includes the Dean EVO XM Electric Guitar, Dean M-10 Guitar Amp, strap, cord, picks, gig bag. The Dean Guitars Packs are the Perfect Guitar Starter Kits for the beginning guitar player. Get everything you need to get going on your path to being a true guitar great (practice required!). EVO XM Electric Guitar The Dean EVO XM Electric Guitar is the ultimate break-in guitar for the rocker who's just getting started. The fast and solid bolt-on maple neck has a rosewood fingerboard. Dual humbucker pickups dish up tasty tones and sealed tuners keep your tuning stable. A patented angular neck joint makes the Dean EVO XM an electric guitar that is wonderfully easy to play. M-10 Guitar Amp The Dean M-10 guitar amp features 10 watts of power, a 6-1/2" speaker, and has controls that are designed to give the widest variety of tones to practice with. A stereo headphone jack lets you rock anytime without disturbing your roommates or family.


Saturday, July 16, 2011

Dean Markley 2678 Blue Steel LT Light Electric Bass 5 String Set (45-125)

Dean Markley 2678 Blue Steel LT Light Electric Bass 5 String Set (45-125) Review



Dean Markley 2678 Blue Steel LT Light Electric Bass 5 String Set (45-125) Feature

  • 45-125
Blue Steel? are the world's first and finest Cryogenic-processed strings and are a total breakthrough in string technology. Starting with the very finest quality materials, Blue Steel? strings are frozen to minus 320 degrees Fahrenheit, held there for an exact period of time and then slowly and carefully brought back to their original temperature. This unique Cryogenic treatment realigns the molecular structure of the string, giving Blue Steel? more highs and lows, a longer life and greater ability to stay in tune. Brilliant stainless steel, cryogenically processed electric strings for two to three times the life of regular strings and a feel to die for. Gauges: .045; .060; .080; .100; .125


Friday, July 15, 2011

Tradition S in Natural

Tradition S in Natural Review



Tradition S in Natural Feature

  • 25-1/4
  • Set Mahogany Neck
  • Chrome Grover Tuners
  • Solid Spruce Top
  • Mahogany Back & Sides
Surprising quality and tone from this entry-priced acoustic makes it a top choice for beginners and pros.


Wednesday, July 13, 2011

Dean Vendetta 1.0 Electric Guitar, Gloss Natural

Dean Vendetta 1.0 Electric Guitar, Gloss Natural Review



Dean Vendetta 1.0 Electric Guitar, Gloss Natural Feature

  • Mahogany body with natural finish
  • 25.5-inch scale, 24-fret set mahogany neck with rosewood fingerboard and dot inlays
  • Dual Dean humbuckers with volume and tone controls, three-way toggle
  • Tune-o-Matic bridge with classic Dean V-shaped ferrule pattern
  • Dean diecast tuning machines
The Dean Vendetta 1.0 boasts dependable Dean hardware like a pair of high-output humbuckers, and diecast tuning machines. Its Tune-o-Matic bridge with string-though-body design delivers the sustain you're after, and cosmetic bonuses like the classic Dean V-shaped ferrule pattern are an added bonus.

Vendetta 1.0 at a Glance

  • Body wood: Mahogany
  • Neck Construction: Bolt-on
  • Neck wood: Maple
  • Fretboard: Rosewood
  • Inlays: Dot
  • Frets: 24
  • Scale: 25.5"
  • Bridge: Tune-o-Matic
  • Pickups: Dean Humbuckers
  • Controls: Volume, Tone, Three-way Switch
  • Tuners: Grover
  • Hardware: Black
  • Finish: Natural

Tune-o-Matic bridge with classic Dean v-shaped ferrule pattern, Dean humbuckers.

Dean diecast tuners.

The Dean Vendetta Series
With four models to choose from, the Vendettas have string-through-body design, classic Dean V Ferrule pattern, dual Humbuckers, a 25.5-inch scale, and solid mahogany bodies with a maple neck. The Vendetta 1.0 and 2.0 are bolt-on models with black hardware. The 2.0 model features a solid flame maple top. The Vendetta 3.0 and 4.0 sport neck-through construction with the Pearl Evil Eye inlay running the length of the fretboard. The 4.0 version has a beautiful quilted maple top and is available in an all too popular "Tiger Eye" finish.

Mahogany Body
As with most of their instruments, Dean uses a mahogany body for the Vendettas. Mahogany is a common choice for electrics, dependably delivering a warm, full tone with plenty of punch and sustain.

Bolt-On Construction
Bolt-on neck construction provides an affordable alternative to set-neck or thru-body designs. The advantage of this design is that if you do have any neck trouble down the line, you can easily replace it.

The Vendetta 1.0's maple neck features an ultra-playable 24-fret rosewood fingerboard, with classic dot inlays.

Dean Humbucker Pickups
These pickups should provide more than enough bite for modern styles, along with plenty of low-end and midrange definition. The standard three-way selector allows bridge, neck, or a combination. Each pickup gets a volume pot, and they share the tone control.

Dean Diecast Tuners
Dean's sealed diecast tuners offer solid tuning and mechanics, for a long lifetime of dependable performance.

Tune-o-Matic Bridge
A Tune-o-Matic bridge with string-thru body design provides even more sustain, along with precise intonation for your tuning preference. The classic v-shaped ferrule pattern adds some nice vintage Dean style.