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The Dean EABC cutaway acoustic-electric bass has a 34" scale and produces deep, resonant tones thanks to its solid spruce top and mahogany back and sides. The slim, cutaway body allows for effortless playability along the higher frets, while Fishman Presys electronics provide amplified performance capabilities. The Dean EABC is an acoustic-electric bass that looks, sounds and feels like it costs much more than its affordable price tag.

Solid Spruce Top Resonates with Rich Warmth

The Dean EABC's solid spruce top provides a balanced, articulate tone with pleasing overtones. Spruce is a premier tonewood for acoustic instruments thanks to its ability to vibrate freely. When paired with mahogany back and sides, like on the Dean EABC, spruce produces a warm, well-rounded bass tone perfect for any musical style.

Mahogany Body Offers Punch and Sustain

The Dean EABC's mahogany body enhances volume and sustain. Mahogany is a dense, resonant wood that provides a strong tonal foundation. On an acoustic bass, mahogany helps produce deep lows with long sustain and percussive punch. The combination of spruce and mahogany gives the Dean EABC a robust voice that can keep up with a band.

Fishman Presys Pickup System Amps Up Your Performance

The Dean EABC comes equipped with Fishman Presys electronics for amplified playing. The Presys pickup system includes an under-saddle piezo pickup and onboard preamp with volume and tone controls. The preamp's 3-band EQ provides flexible tonal shaping for any musical scenario. Plug in the Dean EABC, and the Fishman Presys system will make your acoustic bass tone heard in any live or recording situation.

Premium Appointments and Playability

Cosmetic touches like an abalone rosette, chrome die-cast tuners, and multi-ply binding give the Dean EABC an upscale look, while a slim cutaway body and 34" scale provide comfortable playability. Overall, the Dean EABC acoustic-electric bass offers premium tonewoods, quality electronics and thoughtful design at an affordable price.

Dean EABC Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Bass
Dean EABC Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Bass
Dean EABC Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Bass

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  • Acoustic - Electric Bass
  • Select Spruce Top
  • 34" scale
  • 1-5/8" nut width
  • Chrome die-cast tuners
  • Dean preamp
  • Mahogany back, sides, and neck
  • Rosewood fingerboard
  • Abalone soundhole inlay
  • Multi-ply binding
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5 year parts and labor warranty against defects.

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4.1

41 Reviews

85%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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Most bang for the buck!

Most Liked Positive Review

5

GREAT TO PICK & PLAY

I've just bought this bass a month ago and it has been a great experience. I was looking for an affordable acoustic bass guitar and this by far was the best deal. I use this one to play my notes without setting the whole thing (amp, cables, etc.) and found a nice wood sound. The electric interface is not awesome but works well if you want to plug it. Great value for your money.

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Most Liked Negative Review

2

Terrible Electronics

I bought this bass because of the price, and that it sounded pretty good acoustically compared to other basses in the store. It played pretty well, but like all inexpensive instruments, it needed a full set up, which is no big deal. There were a few sharp fret ends, which can also be expected. Over all it is a pretty well built instrument, and has a decent fit and finish, especially for the low price. After getting it home and plugging it into my PA, I realized that the piezo pickup system was a passive unit, that sounded terrible plugged in. The G string was harsh and tinny sounding, the E string was pretty much no audible. The fact that this bass is pretty much useless when plugged in without some kind of buffer makes it completely useless for my purposes. I wound up returning the bass. I wouldn't recommend this bass unless you will only be using it acoustically, or are willing to install an active preamp system in the bass.

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Best Uses
  1. Practicing8
  2. Jamming7
  3. Small Venues5
  4. Recording3
  5. Rock Concerts1
Cons
  1. Poor Quality1
  2. Action is too high1
  3. Broken neck1
  4. Sand paper found in sound hole1
  5. Frets poorly seated.1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced5
  2. Professional Musician4
  3. Novice3
  4. Child1
Pros
  1. Fun To Play9
  2. Good Audio8
  3. Good Feel7
  4. Stays In Tune7
  5. Consistent4

Reviewed by 41 customers

  • I'm done with Dean

    1

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 months ago

    byLarry

    fromMissouri

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Brand new bass that was a replacement for another, used, Dean from GC. Came from the factory with a very odd vibration on the open A string. Sounded like from around the bridge. Upon closer inspection, I found a cracked bridge piece, on a brand new bass. Obviously, it went back.

  • This thing is a beast!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    bySan

    fromDexter, Maine

    I am using it to practice a learn new things but slowly realizing that I am using it more than my electric basses because it plays nice and sounds great.

  • Yes i would

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byAlvaro R

    fromVisalia ca

    I love this bass but i wanted to know what are the perfect strings for the bass and what strings does it use when you get the guitar brand new

  • Great buy for the money

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byJim

    fromBuffalo ny

    I've been looking for an acoustic bass that didn't have nasty fret buzz for ages. I've tried cheap $100 ones and pricey $800 ones. This one for around $270 has the best sound by far. I would recommend this bass to anyone looking for an affordable great-sounding acoustic. I can't really think of any cons.

  • Dean quality control is lacking

    2

    submitted6 years ago

    byTentimesone

    fromVancouver Washington

    The first one I bought had a broken neck. I returned it. The second one had a bent neck with fret buzz

  • Most useful and versatile bass I've ever owned

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted6 years ago

    byJonathan

    fromUndisclosed

    This thing is a steal for the price. I'd never expect such quality from a >$500 bass but here we are. I use this all the time for church and campfire style music. It is a great thing to play an acoustic guitar. The only complaint is that it is sometimes hard to hear unplugged unless you use a pick, but that's no problem really.

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  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byJoe mamma

    fromOxnard California

    What strings does the dean eabc acoustic bass use?

    What strings does the dean eabc acoustic bass use?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    This uses Dean's proprietary steel acoustic bass string set