Dean Exile Select Burled Poplar Top Guitar in Satin Turquoise Burst
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- SKU
- EXILE-BRL-STQB
- Color
- Green
. Description
Sound & Tone
The EMG 57 TW at the bridge and 66 TW at the neck bring tight, high-output aggression with a clear top end, while their push-pull coil-splitting opens up thinner, snappier single-coil voices for cleans and rhythm work. Alder and an ebony fretboard keep the response focused and articulate, and the 25½" scale adds string tension and definition that favors fast, precise lead playing. With a Tune-O-Matic bridge and string-through ferrules for sustain, it leans toward hard rock and metal, though the splittable pickups give it enough range for cleaner and more dynamic material.
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 |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Pickups | HH |
| Bridge | Fixed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2020 |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Hard Rock, Progressive, Extended Range |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Aggressive clarity, high output, articulate single-coil versatility, tight sustain, transparent response |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Folk, Country (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What genres and playing styles is this guitar best suited for?
The Exile Select is optimized for metal, hard rock, progressive, and extended-range styles. Its aggressive pickup voicing, tight sustain, and fast neck make it less suited to jazz, folk, or country.
What skill level do I need to play this guitar well?
This guitar is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Its slim D-profile neck and 24 jumbo frets reward technique and fretboard command, making it ideal if you're already comfortable with extended lead work.
What pickups does it have, and can I split them?
It features an EMG 66 TW Splitable at the neck and EMG 57 TW Splitable at the bridge, both wired to push-pull controls. This gives you single-coil versatility and clarity within the high-output EMG platform.
How does the neck feel, and what are the key specs?
The 3-piece maple bolt-on neck has a slim D profile with a 1 11/16" nut width and 16" fretboard radius, balancing comfort with precision. The 24 jumbo frets on an ebony fretboard with pearloid block inlays span a 25½" scale length, designed for speed and control.
How does this compare to other metal-focused guitars in the same price range?
The Exile Select competes with models like the Schecter Damien Elite, ESP LTD EC-1000, and Ibanez RG550. It combines the slim, fast playability those players expect with EMG pickups and a Tune-O-Matic bridge for professional sustain and tuning stability.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $68 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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