DAngelico Deluxe Brighton Matte Walnut

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DAngelico Deluxe Brighton Matte Walnut

DAngelico

Deluxe Brighton Matte Walnut

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Product Info

Article Number: 514814
Model: Deluxe Brighton Matte Walnut
Price: $1,428.90

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The D'Angelico Brighton Matte Walnut is a seriously classy instrument. It's got a warm, vintage tone thanks to the walnut top and those Seth Lovers, and the ebony board makes it a joy to play. This is a premium-priced guitar that's perfect for players wanting a refined aesthetic and a classic, powerful sound – especially suited for rock, blues, and jazz.

Product Description

  • DAngelico Deluxe Brighton Matte Walnut
  • Electric Guitar
  • Alder body
  • Alder top
  • Maple/Walnut/Maple neck
  • Ebony fretboard
  • Mother-of-pearl/balone split block fingerboard inlays
  • Matt neck finish
  • 7-Ply body binding
  • Scale length: 629 mm
  • Nut width: 43mm
  • 22 Frets
  • Pickups: USA Seymour Duncan Seth Lover A4 neck and USA
  • Seymour Duncan Seth Lover A4 bridge humbuckers
  • Grover Super Rotomatic Locking machine heads
  • 2 x Volume controls
  • 2 x Tone controls with push/pull function
  • 3-Way switch
  • EG2P Switchcraft Mono jack
  • Cream-coloured pickguard in F-hole style
  • Nickel Tune-O-Matic bridge
  • DAngelico stop-bar tailpiece
  • Nickel hardware
  • Colour: Matte Walnut
  • Includes case
PROS
  • • Alder/Walnut construction delivers a resonant, balanced tone.
  • • Seymour Duncan Seth Lover pickups provide authentic vintage PAF voicing.
  • • Ebony fretboard offers a smooth, fast playing experience.
  • • Grover locking tuners ensure rock-solid tuning stability.
CONS
  • • Matte finish can be prone to fingerprints and smudging.
  • • The 43mm nut width might feel wide for players accustomed to narrower necks.
  • • Limited pickup versatility compared to coil-splitting options.

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Key Features

Body Material Alder with Walnut Top
Neck Material Maple/Walnut/Maple
Fingerboard Ebony
Pickups Seymour Duncan Seth Lover A4 (Neck & Bridge) Humbuckers
Scale Length 629 mm (24.76 in)
Frets 22
Bridge Nickel Tune-O-Matic with Stop-Bar Tailpiece
Weight 8.5 lbs (estimated)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The matte finish is beautiful, but it does attract fingerprints and oils. Regular wiping with a microfiber cloth is essential to maintain its appearance.
They are remarkably close to a vintage PAF – expect a thick, creamy tone with plenty of sustain and a sweet upper-midrange; it's a well-executed recreation.
The neck profile is a comfortable 'D' shape, slightly thinner than some of their more traditional designs, making it quite playable for long periods.

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