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DeanEAB Acoustic-Electric Bass Black

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Independent shopping perspective

The Korena take

A full-size acoustic-electric bass at an entry price. For a bassist who wants to play unplugged at home and still be able to plug in.

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Strong match

Who this is for

  • Practicing bass lines without an amp in the room
  • Coffeehouse and campfire sets where volume stays low
  • A bassist adding an acoustic voice to a mostly-electric setup

Consider the trade-offs

When to look elsewhere

  • Players who need to cut through an unamplified acoustic guitar and drums
  • Anyone wanting a compact instrument — this is a large body
  • Slap and pop styles; string spacing and tension favor fingerstyle

What matters in use

The specifications, translated

Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.

Dean EAB Acoustic-Electric Bass Black construction detail

Detail 01

Mahogany body

Mahogany pushes mids and softens the top end, so notes stay warm rather than clanky.

Detail 02

Onboard electronics

You can go straight to a bass amp or PA without adding a pickup later.

Detail 03

Rosewood fingerboard

Rosewood is slightly softer and less bright than maple, which smooths string attack.

Detail 04

C-shape neck

The common rounded profile. Fills the palm without feeling chunky over long sets.

Detail 05

Acoustic bass body

Bass frequencies need air, so the body is deep and wide — bigger than any acoustic guitar.

Final check

Know before you order

  1. 01Acoustic basses are quiet unplugged; expect to amplify in any group setting
  2. 02Check whether a battery for the electronics is included before your first gig
  3. 03Budget for a case — this body size will not fit a guitar case
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Product questions

Before you decide

Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.

01Is an acoustic bass loud enough to jam without an amp?

Only with quiet company. Against an acoustic guitar you'll get by; add a second guitar, a cajon or vocals and you'll want to plug in.

02Can I use this as my first bass?

Yes. It's a standard bass tuned E-A-D-G, so everything you learn transfers directly to electric bass.

03Does it need an amp to work?

No. It plays unplugged like any acoustic. The onboard electronics are there for when you want more volume.

04What amp should I plug it into?

A bass amp or a PA. A guitar amp isn't built to handle low bass frequencies and can be damaged.

Reference

Full specifications

The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.

1 detailsPlayability
Neck Shape
C
2 detailsBody & build
Body Material
Mahogany
Color
Black

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