Aggressive Tradition Reimagined: The Dean St. Augustine Folk Solid Top Acoustic-Electric Guitar – Redesigned for Modern Performance

Experience the legendary St. Augustine reimagined for contemporary musicians with the Dean St. Augustine Folk Solid Top Acoustic-Electric Guitar in Satin Vintage Black Burst, an instrument that combines Dean's signature aggression with the warm, resonant character of the iconic folk body design. This meticulously redesigned classic delivers an updated aesthetic and enhanced acoustic performance that appeals to modern players seeking the character of traditional folk guitars with contemporary visual edge and improved tonal capabilities. The striking satin vintage black burst finish creates a sophisticated visual statement that combines contemporary edge with timeless elegance, establishing an instrument that looks as compelling as it sounds. The redesigned bracing and construction represent significant advancements in acoustic engineering, enhancing both visual appeal and delivering a more open, rich sound than previous iterations of this legendary design. The folk body shape has been carefully engineered to provide increased tonal presence, making it ideal for musicians who prefer hearing strings upfront with clarity and definition. The solid spruce top provides the acoustic foundation for this instrument's impressive tonal character, ensuring clarity, responsiveness, and dynamic range essential to professional folk guitar performance. The sapele back and sides contribute distinctive warmth and harmonic richness while maintaining the balanced tonal character essential to folk music traditions. The combination of spruce top and sapele construction strikes a perfect balance between string attack and acoustic resonance, enabling both aggressive strumming and delicate fingerstyle techniques. The mahogany neck provides reliable structural stability and consistent performance, while the rosewood fingerboard and bridge add warmth to the overall tonal character while providing visual sophistication and responsive playability. The set-neck construction ensures optimal structural integrity and superior acoustic transmission, enabling the guitar body to vibrate freely and efficiently. The open gear tuners provide functional reliability and contribute to the instrument's contemporary aesthetic. The Fishman Presys II preamp system offers a sophisticated array of tonal options and amplification control, enabling this acoustic-electric guitar to transition seamlessly from intimate unplugged performance to amplified stage and studio settings. The premium D'Addario EXP-J16 strings (.012-.053) provide excellent sustain, responsive playability, and balanced tonal character suitable for diverse folk and contemporary playing styles. This is an instrument for folk musicians and contemporary players seeking to embrace Dean's legendary aggression while honoring the warm, resonant traditions of folk guitar performance.

• Satin vintage black burst finish combines contemporary edge with timeless elegance
• Redesigned bracing and construction enhance appearance and acoustic performance
• More open, rich sound than previous St. Augustine iterations
• Folk body design provides increased tonal presence and string clarity
• Solid spruce top delivers clarity, responsiveness, and dynamic range
• Sapele back and sides contribute distinctive warmth and harmonic richness
• Perfect balance between string attack and acoustic resonance
• Accommodates aggressive strumming and delicate fingerstyle techniques
• Mahogany neck provides reliable structural stability and consistent performance
• Premium rosewood fingerboard and bridge add warmth and visual sophistication
• Rosewood components provide responsive playability and refined aesthetics
• Set-neck construction ensures optimal structural integrity and acoustic transmission
• Open gear tuners provide functional reliability and contemporary visual appeal
• Fishman Presys II preamp offers sophisticated tonal options and amplification control
• Comprehensive electronics enable unplugged and amplified performance versatility
• Premium D'Addario EXP-J16 strings provide excellent sustain and responsiveness
• Light gauge strings (.012-.053) support responsive playability and articulate expression
• Suitable for folk music traditions and contemporary playing approaches
• Professional-grade construction reflects Dean's commitment to performance quality
• Ideal for folk musicians seeking contemporary visual expression with traditional warmth
• Perfect for players embracing Dean's legendary character in acoustic settings