Dean Guitars Exotica Quilt Ash Acoustic-Electric Guitar, 6-String

The Dean Guitars 6-String Exotica Acoustic-Electric Guitar is a must - have for guitar players at all skill levels. It's a real head - turner with its quilted ash top, back, and sides. This unique wood grain gives it a high - end, luxurious look that stands out. The triple - bound body design adds a touch of classic elegance. Comfort is not sacrificed either. The cutaway body makes it a breeze to play up and down the fretboard, so you can easily reach those high notes. User reviews rave about the built - in Dean DMT G03 Preamp System. It comes with a tuner and a three - band EQ, allowing you to quickly and easily adjust your amplified sound. Whether you're on stage or in the studio, this guitar will inspire you to play your best. **Key Features** - Visually striking quilted ash top, back, and sides for a high - end appearance. - Triple - bound body for classic elegance and a cutaway body for comfortable playing. - Built - in Dean DMT G03 Preamp System with a tuner and three - band EQ for easy sound adjustment. **Technical Specifications** - **Model Name**: Exotica Quilt Ash A/E Gloss Natural or Exotica Quilt Ash A/E Trans Blue Satin - **Dexterity**: Right - Handed - **Body Material**: Quilt Ash - **Body Type**: Exotica - **Top Material**: Quilt Ash - **Top Contour**: Flat Top - **Neck Material**: Eastern Mahogany - **Scale Length**: 25 1/2' (648mm) - **Construction**: Set Neck - **Neck Shape**: C - **Fretboard Material**: Pau Ferro - **Inlays**: Pearl Dot (on Gloss Natural) or Pearloid Dot (on Trans Blue Satin) - **# of Frets**: 21 - **Fretboard Radius**: 12' (305mm) - **Nut**: Daeil Chemical (Plastic) on Gloss Natural or PPS (Polyphenylene Sulfide) on Trans Satin Blue - **Nut Width**: 1 5/8* (41 mm) - **Tuners**: Sealed Die Cast - **Knobs**: None - **Hardware Color**: Chrome - **Bridge**: Pau Ferro - **Pickup (Bridge)**: Piezo - **Binding**: Celluloid - **Finish**: Gloss Natural or Trans Blue - **Country of Origin**: China - **Truss Rod**: Dual Action - **Pre - amp Type**: DMT G03 w/Tuner - **Controls**: Built - In EQ - **Strings**: D'Addario EXP - J16 (.012-.053)

Using your Dean Guitars Exotica Acoustic - Electric Guitar is a joy. First, tune it up using the built - in tuner in the Dean DMT G03 Preamp System. It's super easy, just pluck each string and adjust the tuners until the display shows it's in tune. When you're ready to play, the cutaway body makes it simple to reach the high notes on the fretboard. You can also use the three - band EQ in the preamp to adjust the sound according to your preference. Here are some things to keep in mind. Avoid exposing the guitar to extreme temperatures and humidity. High heat can damage the wood and the finish, while high humidity might cause the wood to swell. Also, be gentle when handling the guitar to prevent scratches or dents. For maintenance, wipe the strings down after each use with a soft cloth to remove sweat and dirt. This will keep the strings sounding good for longer. Every few months, you can use a guitar polish to clean the body and keep it looking shiny. And don't forget to check the truss rod occasionally to make sure the neck is in good shape.