This instrument is a very fine piece of craftsmanship, great tone with punch and a wonderful quilt top for its price. I have been playing bass for about 18 years and wanted to venture into a 5 string, but did not want to break the bank...as they say. It has a very warm, clear sound and the EMG pickups are quite easy to regulate and ensure a deep punchy bottom. I am very satisfied with this instrument and would recommend it. I am also a proud owner of a 1979 Rickenbacker 4001 azureglo 4 string and a 2007 Musicman Stingray 4 string. This Dean bass makes a great compliment to these other axes. I was amazed when we opened the package, the wood grain on the new axe was stunning, needless to say, my expectations were met and then some.

I've had this bass for almost a year and am thrilled by its sound! I am only 5'tall with small hands, but I can handle this 5 string! Just last night, the drummer and several others commented on the tone of this bass. Superior Value!!!

Good bass sound. I've noticed that while tuning the tone on 12 fret is always a little sharp compared to the open string. The volume pods were scratchy. It became so annoying that it would cut off during performance. I finally got fed up and sent it to Dean (for warranty repair). They replaced the circuit board and now its been fine since they fixed it.

I got this baby from my father as a gift, and it is my second bass. When I first picked it up, I knew it wasn't a cheap, low quality bass. It felt solid and it fit really great in my arms. It looks just as good as it plays. Absolutly amazing. Now I see why Dimebag used Deans. Overall, a great bass with an unbelievable price!

I have had this bass for about a year and everytime I do a show someone always compliments how good this bass looks. I really love how this bass feels. I also love the sound it has. The only problem I have encountered is the volume pot gets scratchy. Just replace the factory pots and you're good. If this bass had an EQ you would never need another bass. Dean you guys did a great job on this one. I'd buy another one in a minute.