Dean V
The Dean V is a model of electric guitar and bass released by Dean Guitars in 1977. It forms part of Dean's classic line of guitars along with the Dean ML, Dean Cadillac and Dean Z. In addition to its body shape, the Dean V is recognisable for its V shaped headstock and V shaped tailpiece.[1] Some of the prominent users include Michael Schenker, Michael Amott, Eric Peterson and Karl Sanders.
| Dean V | |
|---|---|
 A Dean V Platinum model | |
| Manufacturer | Dean Guitars |
| Period | 1977–2022 |
| Construction | |
| Body type | Solid |
| Neck joint | Set |
| Woods | |
| Body | Mahogany, Maple |
| Neck | Mahogany |
| Fretboard | Ebony, Rosewood |
| Hardware | |
| Bridge | String Thru |
| Pickup(s) | 2 EMG, Seymour Duncan, Dimarzio, DMT |
| Colors available | |
| Various | |
Dean was ordered to halt sales of the V in 2022 after legal action was taken against the company by Gibson Guitars.[2][3]
Michael Schenker
Michael Schenker has his own signature model, which has the custom Michael Schenker split black and white design.[4] He previously played Gibson Flying V's and was endorsed by Aria before he came to Dean.[5]
Michael Schenker Flame V
The Flame V is one of Michael Schenker's signature Dean Models. Only 100 were produced and they have custom pickups and a hardcase included. This uses the Michael Schenker split black and white design, but with flames.[6]
Schenker Brothers V
Dean released a Schenker Brothers V. It has a custom design, with pictures of both Schenker brothers on it. Only 200 were produced, with custom Schenker "S" plate tailpieces, gold hardware, and ebony fingerboard with custom Mother of Pearl "Schenker Flames" inlays.[7]
30th Anniversary V
Dean produced the 30th Anniversary V and ML in 2007, marking thirty years since the ML and V were first released. Only 100 will be produced worldwide, with the Dean 30th Anniversary logo printed on the headstock and the pickup covers. They are all signed by Dean Zelinsky and come with a trans-black finish and hardcase.[8]
30th. Anniversary in box
Head
Pickup
Body
Other V shaped Deans
Dean also makes a smaller V as part of the Baby Series, a Michael Schenker Baby V,[9] a V shaped bass guitar[10] and an acoustic version of the V, the V-Coustic.
Notable users
Michael Schenker
Raven Storm
Karl Sanders
Eric Peterson
Destruction (band)
Carcass (band)
References
- Dean Guitars V info
- Maxwell, Jackson (21 June 2019). "Gibson Sues Dean, Luna Guitars". Guitar World. Retrieved 20 August 2022.
- Roche, Sam (May 30, 2022). "Gibson wins Dean trademark infringement case – but is awarded just $4,000 in damages". Guitar World. Retrieved 20 August 2022.
- Michael Schenker V
- interview with Michael Schenker
- Info on the Michael Schenker Flame V on the Dean Official Website
- Schenker Brothers V
- Dean 30th Anniversary ML and V
- Baby Info on the Dean Official Website
- Dean Bass Info on Dean Official Website
- "11 legends of the Flying V and Explorer". Music Radar. 28 July 2009. Retrieved 2009-08-17.
- Bio of Rudolf Schenker on Dean Website
