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Gibson vs Dean: Gibson wins US trademarks

28 May 2022 · Gibson vs Dean. Gibson has won US trademarks for their body shapes and claims victory over Dean Guitars. But what does it all mean for guitarists?

Dean Guitars reveals new Vengeance and Zero featuring Fishman Fluence pickups

04 Mar 2021 · The new Vengeance and Zero models from Dean Guitars come loaded with Fishman Fluence pickups, and are available in three different formats.

Dean’s new MD 24 Floyd models – 80’s SuperStrat-style guitars in hot finishes!

18 Feb 2021 · These two new '80s SuperStrat-style MD 24 Floyd models from Dean feature 24 fret roasted maple necks, Floyd Rose trem systems and two hot finishes.

NAMM 2021: Dean delivers a more affordable Kerry King Signature V

18 Jan 2021 · Dean debuts a new version of the Kerry King Signature V, with many of the epic things of the limited edition but at a far more accessible price point.

Dean reissues the Dime Razorback Rust: Affordable Dimebag tones?

13 Jan 2021 · The new Dean Dime Razorback Rust is an affordable reissue of the Custom Shop Darrell “Dimebag” Abbott signature model. Just don't try to board a plane with it!

Dean adds two new models to its Icon Select lineup

07 Jul 2020 · These two new models in the Dean Icon Select series come with all the ingredients necessary to make a good quality instrument, while still managing to keep costs down.

Dean’s Colt Bigsby with Piezo in Vintage White offers a stereo tonal sanctuary

13 May 2020 · Dean's new Colt Bigsby with Piezo in Vintage White is a classy new semi-hollow model with a host of tonal options via the DMT pickups, piezo system and stereo outputs.

Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine is auctioning off signature guitars, prototypes and tour gear

31 Oct 2019 · Dave Mustaine of Megadeth is auctioning off some of his guitar and tour equipment! Amongst this haul of over 150 pieces are some truly great instruments, one-offs, signature models and prototypes.