Dean Club!!!

[B-Mac]

One other question - can you tell when it was made by the serial number?

Mighty fine looking signature you have there, Mighty fine!

 

[B-Mac]

Here's my Paramount, with a few alterations: knobs, screws, Hipshot bridge and ultralite tuners, Gotoh string tree, and EMG GZR pickup. Yeah, the parts cost more than the bass
View attachment 3739120

I kinda like the 'black' effect you did on this. Wonder if anyone makes black mat knobs that would fit without a fuss?

 

[B-Mac]

While on the subject of multiple strings...
Here is Dave’s impressions while dialing in an ltd 8str bass.
(Basically like a dean)

Dave is in such a good mood on this vid, which is a real rarity, but makes the vid so much more enjoyable to watch.

 

[B-Mac]

Love that bass.

View attachment 3793963

That's a great picture by the way!

 

[B-Mac]

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213 members....once a member always a member Dean-less or not
Proud & Glad to have you here!

[edit 5-23-2020]

 

[Nenor]

@Darth_Linux , while I was 'away' I had passed along some information through @TheBassmaster27 (who did a great job keeping things going). However, I did not get to compliment you on this very fine looking Jeff Berlin signature bass. It is like it was in a time capsule. Simply gorgeous. I think @Ronen , who also has one, would agree.

Totally agree, that's a beauty. I love this finish. Great find!

 

[Bass Man Stan]

The Dean EAB is on sale today only $169.
Musicians Friend stupid deal of the day.

 

[B-Mac]

The Dean EAB is on sale today only $169.
Musicians Friend stupid deal of the day.

Brand new with new preamp?
Wow, that’s such a deal!

 

[zoonose]

I kinda like the 'black' effect you did on this. Wonder if anyone makes black mat knobs that would fit without a fuss?

 

[B-Mac]

View attachment 3802751

I must be Psychic!

 

[B-Mac]

The Dean EAB is on sale today only $169.
Musicians Friend stupid deal of the day.

I enjoy mine, but it’s a big acoustic bass body with a lower bout of 18” and a body depth over 4”. Some players have problems with playing a bass this size for extended periods of time.

This model has a new active preamp instead of the previous passive electronics of previous model years.

 

[FugaziBomb]

The Dean EAB is on sale today only $169.
Musicians Friend stupid deal of the day.

I enjoy mine, but it’s a big acoustic bass body with a lower bout of 18” and a body depth over 4”. Some players have problems with playing a bass this size for extended periods of time.

This model has a new active preamp instead of the previous passive electronics of previous model years.

I'll second that. I've got the fretless version. It took me a day to wrap my head around how to play it. I settled on resting my forearm in the top waist cut and plucking at the neck joint.

 

[B-Mac]

I'll second that. I've got the fretless version. It took me a day to wrap my head around how to play it. I settled on resting my forearm in the top waist cut View attachment 3802814 and plucking at the neck joint.

I play it sitting down and use a pick so I think it’s a bit easier in my case for my right hand.

The thing is, the body really needs to be big to project sound when playing unplugged.

The Tacoma Thunder chief has similar large dimensions

 

[FugaziBomb]

I play it sitting down and use a pick so I think it’s a bit easier in my case for my right hand

Yeah, it is definitely more forgiving if you use a pick.

I've got to say, for as cheap as mine was, it sounds great. Playing it pizzicato right at the neck joint really gets close to an upright vibe. I don't get many calls for acoustic gigs, but when I do I really love bringing this thing out.

 

[B-Mac]

Yeah, it is definitely more forgiving if you use a pick.

I've got to say, for as cheap as mine was, it sounds great. Playing it pizzicato right at the neck joint really gets close to an upright vibe. I don't get many calls for acoustic gigs, but when I do I really love bringing this thing out.

 

[Stan_da_man]

Question for the Dean club -

I struggle with back and shoulder problems. Physical therapy has helped a lot but can only go so far. I was thinking of buying a short scale bass but someone recommended the Dean Edge 09.

My question is that although a 34" scale instrument, I have heard it is lightweight and very easy to play. How much on average do these basses weigh? I play a Jazz bass which kills me at 11 lbs.

My wrists are in good condition and have no RSI of any sort. I normally play DR Sunbeams which are super easy to play.

Thanks in advance.

 

[B-Mac]

Question for the Dean club -

I struggle with back and shoulder problems. Physical therapy has helped a lot but can only go so far. I was thinking of buying a short scale bass but someone recommended the Dean Edge 09.

My question is that although a 34" scale instrument, I have heard it is lightweight and very easy to play. How much on average do these basses weigh? I play a Jazz bass which kills me at 11 lbs.

My wrists are in good condition and have no RSI of any sort. I normally play DR Sunbeams which are super easy to play.

Thanks in advance.

They are in the 8 to almost 9 pound rang. You can usually find used ones for $100 to $150

If you’re looking for even lighter look at a Glarry as they are under 8 pounds in the 7 pound range, but Glarry’s vary greatly in quality and there’s no way to play one in any store before you buy. People usually use them as modifying platforms.

 

[TheBassmaster27]

Question for the Dean club -

I struggle with back and shoulder problems. Physical therapy has helped a lot but can only go so far. I was thinking of buying a short scale bass but someone recommended the Dean Edge 09.

My question is that although a 34" scale instrument, I have heard it is lightweight and very easy to play. How much on average do these basses weigh? I play a Jazz bass which kills me at 11 lbs.

My wrists are in good condition and have no RSI of any sort. I normally play DR Sunbeams which are super easy to play.

Thanks in advance.

They're not horribly heavy. I've had lighter basses than my edge 09, but most of those basses weren't very good. You can get a fairly light bass of high quality, but you'll pay more money. Heavy doesn't always mean good tone, and light doesn't always mean poor tone.

 

[Stinsok]

I’m looking to trade a maple fretboard Paramount bass neck for a rosewood fretboard Paramount neck.

Hey, I have a rosewood Juggernaut neck I'd be interested in trading.

 

[Stan_da_man]

Thanks guys. Just caught this demo and it actually sounds really good. Like a P with a little extra.