Dean Z

Dean Z
ManufacturerDean Guitars
Period1977–2022, 2025–present
Construction
Body typeSolid
Neck jointSet
Woods
BodyMahogany, Maple
NeckMahogany
FretboardEbony, Rosewood
Hardware
BridgeString Thru
Pickup(s)2 EMG, Seymour Duncan, DiMarzio
Colors available
Various

The Dean Z Guitar is an electric guitar made by Dean Guitars starting in 1977 along with its counterparts, the Dean ML, Dean V and Dean Cadillac. It has the recognizable Dean headstock and the V-shaped tailpiece. The body shape is similar to the body design of a Gibson Explorer.