Re-designed for 2018, the Excel DC is a standout double-cutaway semi-hollow boasting exceptional versatility. And with deep, comfortable cutaways, a 16-inch-wide body, and a slim C-shape neck profile, the DC's playability is remarkable. Seymour Duncan 59 humbuckers offer an impressive tonal range of full-bodied warmth to cutting high-end, while its center block fights off feedback at high volumes. Now featuring push/pull tone knobs for snappy coil-tapped tones, the Excel DC's tonal versatility extends further than ever before.
Whatever your personal choice of genre, D'Angelico's Premier Series DC provides standout tone, great looks and comfortable playability. With Duncan-Designed HB-101 and HB-101 humbuckers, its punchy midrange and crystalline highs deliver a balanced sound, while the 24.75" scale maple neck with ovankol fretboard makes it a dream to play. Aesthetically, the cream binding, chrome hardware and classic D'Angelico Art Deco design touches keep it from being "just another guitar."
Features
Bound gloss-finish semi-hollow laminated maple body with center block
24.75" scale maple neck with 10" radius, 22-fret ovankol fretboard
Duncan-Designed HB-102 neck and HB-101 bridge humbuckers, 3-way toggle switch
The Excel SS has earned its place as a modern standout. A 15-inch-wide single-cutaway archtop, the SS is lightweight, punchy, and versatile. High-output Kent Armstrong humbuckers make for crisp attack and remarkable resonance, while a slim C-shape neck profile offers maximum comfort. Revered by players from Bob Weir to Kurt Rosenwinkel, the SS is no stranger to stages. Now available with both signature D’Angelico Stairstep trapeze-style tailpiece or a traditional stop tailpiece with full center block. Includes hardshell case.
Features
Body
Body shape: Single cutaway
Body type: Semi-hollow or chambered body
Body material: Laminated
Top wood: Maple Flamed
Body wood: Maple Flamed
Body finish: Gloss
Orientation: Right handed
Neck
Neck shape: C
Neck wood: 3-piece maple/walnut/maple
Joint: Set-in
Scale length: 25"
Truss rod: Dual action
Neck finish: Gloss
Fretboard
Material: Rosewood
Radius: 16"
Fret size: Medium jumbo
Number of frets: 20
Inlays: Block
Nut width: 1.687" (42.8mm)
Pickups
Configuration: HH
Neck: Vintage humucker
Middle: Not applicable
Bridge: Vintage humucker
Brand: Kent Armstrong
Active or passive pickups: Passive
Series or parallel: Series
Piezo: No
Active EQ: No
Special electronics: None
Controls
Control layout: Volume 1, volume 2, tone 1, tone 2
Revamped for 2020, the Premier Bowery is a performance-driven single-cutaway dreadnought offering big, articulate tone. A deep cutaway makes for easy access to the entire fingerboard, while a lightweight body design and satin unfinished neck create exceptional player comfort. Featuring a solid spruce top and mahogany neck, the Premier Bowery offers a rich mid-range with clear definition in the lows and highs. Vintage-style aesthetics include antique hardware, a minimal three-ring rosette and three new finishes—Vintage Natural, Iced Tea Burst and Trans Black Cherry Burst.
Solid Spruce Top
Known for bright articulation and smooth resonance, solid sitka spruce tops are incorporated across all standard Premier Series acoustics.
Satin-Finished Mahogany Neck
Now featured across all Premier Series acoustics, a satin-finished mahogany neck offers exceptional player comfort.
Scalloped X-Bracing
Scalloped X-bracing allows for resonant, airy tone to freely emanate from the body while preserving comfortable body weight.
D'Angelico Preamp and Tuner
Designed to translate and amplify each guitar's natural tone, all D'Angelico acoustics come equipped with a preamp featuring onboard EQ and LED tuner.
The first electric 12-string ever offered from D'Angelico, the DC 12-string is a standout. Driven by a pair of Seymour Duncan Designed humbuckers, its mid-range is rich and full, while its high-end cuts through the mix, making strummed chords sound remarkably balanced. Perfect for the player who has always wanted an electric 12-string but never come across the ideal balance of exceptional playability and accessible price, the DC 12-string has arrived.
Specific Model: Premier DC 12-String Ocean Turquoise
Hardware Color: Chrome
Head Logo (Front): Mother of Pearl Premier Shield Logo
Introducing the Fulton—D’Angelico’s first ever 12-string acoustic. Its smaller, 16-inch-wide body provides grace and playability, with a slim C-shape neck creating greater ease for 12-string playing. The Fulton's high end is crystalline, while the bass is robust, creating remarkable tonal balance. Its single-cutaway grand auditorium design and slightly longer headstock give the Fulton a nostalgic look, but with a clear, glistening sound suited for the modern player.
Slim C-Shape Neck
No matter the player, no matter the hands, a slim C-shape neck makes for supreme playability free of wrist-ache.
Exceptional Craftsmanship
Re-designed bracing, a refined headstock, and a thinner coating allow you to get the most out of your acoustic sound.
Introducing the Premier Ludlow - an innovative offset that is truly the first of its kind. Built with maximum playability in mind, the Ludlow's unique body shape allows for effortless access to the highest frets, and a minimal electronics setup makes dialing in your tone simple. Equipped with Seymour Duncan Designed humbuckers and coil-tapping push/pull tone knobs, the Ludlow offers versatility and a remarkably sweet mid-range resonance propelled by its oversized body.
Body
Body shape: Single cutaway
Body type: Solid body
Body finish: Gloss
Orientation: Right handed
Neck
Neck shape: C soft
Neck wood: Maple
Joint: Set-in
Scale length: 24.75 in.
Truss rod: Dual-action
Neck finish: Satin
Fretboard
Material: Ovangkol
Radius: 14 in.
Fret size: Medium
Number of frets: 22
Inlays: Mother-of-pearl
Nut width: 1.68 in. (42.67 mm)
Pickups
Configuration: HH
Neck: Humbucker
Bridge: Humbucker
Brand: Duncan Designed
Active or passive pickups: Passive
Series or parallel: Series
Piezo: No
Active EQ: No
Controls
Control layout: Volume 1, volume 2, tone 1, tone 2
Brand new for 2020, the Premier Mini DC is a fourteen-inch-wide double cutaway semi-hollow boasting warm and punchy tone. Sibling of the crowd favorite Premier DC, the Mini DC's undersized body, sleek headstock design and slim C-shape neck profile combine to create unprecedented comfort for every player. Equipped with Seymour Duncan Designed humbuckers and a standard three-way toggle switch, the Premier Mini DC offers rich, natural tone and sweet sustain by way of its centerblock semi-hollow design. Available in Ocean Turquoise, Champagne, and Fiesta Red.
The Premiere Niagara Mini Dreadnought acoustic-electric from D'Angelico boasts a tone far bigger than its compact body size. With a solid mahogany topped and laminate mahogany body, it offers tons of mid-range warmth. The Premiere Niagara Mini Dreadnought's 14" wide body, slim C-shape neck and satin finish guarantee exceptional comfort. Featuring an onboard preamp and tuner, the Premiere Niagara is as well-suited for the stage as it is the campfire.