Dean Exile Select Burled Poplar Top Guitar in Satin Turquoise Burst
Description
Dean Exile Select Burled Poplar Top Guitar in Satin Turquoise Burst
The Dean Exile Select brings immediate recording versatility with its slim D-profile neck and high-access body design—an instrument built for producers and engineers tracking multiple takes with speed and consistency. The burled poplar top sits atop a solid alder body, finished in a striking satin turquoise burst that photographs well and reads clearly on camera during session documentation. This is a tonally flexible workhorse built for both direct tracking and layered composition.
Playability & Tracking Efficiency
A 3-piece maple neck with bolt-on construction connects to an alder body with a slim D neck shape that maintains consistency across multiple recording passes. The 24 jumbo frets on an ebony fretboard with pearloid block inlays span a 25½" scale length, providing comfortable range for lead overdubs and rhythm work, while the 16" fretboard radius supports both single-note precision and clean chord articulation in the mix.
Tone & Session Electronics
Twin EMG pickups—the EMG 66 TW Splitable at the neck and EMG 57 TW Splitable at the bridge—capture aggressive clarity with single-coil character switchable via push-pull controls, allowing rapid tonal adjustments between rhythm and lead tracks without repatching. One volume, one tone, and a 3-way blade switch keep the signal path direct and responsive during tracking, paired with a Tune-O-Matic bridge with string-through ferrules for stable tuning throughout extended session work.
Key Features
- Burled poplar top on alder body
- 3-piece maple bolt-on neck with slim D profile
- 24 jumbo frets on ebony fretboard
- 25½" scale length
- Pearloid block inlays
- EMG 66 TW and EMG 57 TW splitable pickups
- Tune-O-Matic bridge with string-through ferrules
- 5-ply body and headstock binding (white/black/white/black/white)
- Mini Grover tuners with brushed nickel hardware
- Satin turquoise burst finish
- 1 11/16" nut width with 16" fretboard radius
- Dual-action truss rod
The Exile Select combines accessible ergonomics with professional-grade electronics and hardware—a capable studio instrument for tracking and layering with both tone and technical precision.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
Reviews
At a Glance
The Dean Exile Select captures aggressive, articulate tones with its twin EMG splitable pickups and direct signal path, making it a versatile tracking and layering tool for metal, progressive, and heavy music productions. The slim D neck and 24 jumbo frets make it comfortable for long session work, while the Tune-O-Matic bridge locks in tuning and sustain during tracking. A capable all-rounder for home and professional studios that need tight, high-output character without fuss.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Shred
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck shape does this guitar have, and is it good for fast playing?
The Dean Exile Select features a slim D-profile neck with a 25½" scale, 24 jumbo frets, and a 16" fretboard radius—all designed for speed and lead work. The high-access body design also makes upper-fret playing comfortable, making it well-suited for shred and djent styles.
Can I get single-coil sounds from the EMG pickups?
Yes. Both the neck (EMG 66 TW) and bridge (EMG 57 TW) pickups are splitable via push-pull controls, letting you tap into single-coil voicings for tonal variety while maintaining the high-output character EMGs are known for.
What genres is this guitar best suited for?
The Exile Select is designed for metal, hard rock, djent, progressive, and shred. Its aggressive pickup voicing, tight sustain, and fast-playing ergonomics make it less ideal for jazz, folk, or country applications.
How does the bridge affect tuning stability and sustain?
The Tune-O-Matic bridge with string-through ferrules provides solid sustain and tuning stability, ensuring the guitar holds pitch reliably through aggressive playing and on stage.
What hardware and construction details support durability during gigging?
The guitar features a 3-piece maple bolt-on neck, dual-action truss rod for easy adjustment, mini Grover tuners with brushed nickel hardware, and 5-ply body and headstock binding for structural integrity and road reliability.
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