Dean Guitars unveils the Exile Select 7 Floyd Fluence Natural Black Burst, a powerhouse seven-string electric designed to defy the limits of speed and precision, all with stylish flair. While the Exile Select 7 has a burled maple finish that exudes elegance, its aggressive sonic attitude quickly proves it’s more than just a pretty face. This model derives its name from the Floyd Rose® 1000 Series tremolo that offers unparalleled tuning stability and Fishman Fluence® Open Core Classic pickups that offer the utmost sonic versatility. Meticulously crafted and voiced, the Exile Select 7 Floyd Fluence Natural Black Burst is designed to exceed expectations of what an extreme guitar should look and sound like.
Through meticulous attention to detail, the Exile Select 7 raises the bar on the tried-and-true Select Series. It all starts with an alder body, which is known for its lighter weight and balanced tone. The burled maple top enhances sustain and offers a striking aesthetic in a Natural Black Burst finish. Dean enhances playability with an arm cut on the flat top of this 25.5-inch scale model that already offers unhindered access to the upper frets. The bolt-on 3-piece maple neck with dual-action truss rod offers a comfortable Slim D shape and 24 stainless frets with pearloid small offset dots on an ebony fingerboard (16-inch radius). Large glow-in-the-dark side dots help assure players will not miss a note. Five-ply black-white binding around the perimeter offers a splash of sophistication.
When it comes to sonic character, Dean makes no compromise with two-piece Fishman Fluence Open Core Classic 7-string humbucker pickups at the bridge and neck. In addition to their popular uncovered look, these humbuckers are multi-voice for dynamic tone. In Voice 1 for both the neck and bridge, users get the classic vintage PAF (Patent Applied For) sound. Voice 2 on the bridge is an overwound, muscular hot rod pickup, while Voice 2 on the neck keeps a clear, airy chime for unreal highs. Voice 3 is a slightly overwound split-coil sound that takes on a personality of its own. The controls are simple with push-pull Volume and Tone knobs.
Bringing the design together with rock-solid reliability, Dean uses a combination Floyd Rose 1000 bridge with tremolo and Floyd Rose 7-string nut (1 7/8-inch width). The locking nut helps prevent string slippage and preserve tuning stability, which is further helped by Mini Grover® 18:1 tuners. Black hardware makes for a sleek and stylish profile.
For players looking to add a new seven-string to their collection or to expand their range and skill, Dean’s Exile Select 7 Floyd Fluence Natural Black Burst is a sophisticated instrument that is ready to take on a variety of styles. Get a closer look and learn more at www.deanguitars.com.
MSRP $1,449
