BOLD, UNIQUE TONES IN A FAMILIAR FORMAT

Available for the first time as a standard model in the Deluxe Series, the Deluxe Bedford SH is a semi-solid spin on our flagship solid body. Featuring two Seymour Duncan Five-Twos in the neck and middle positions, followed by a Seymour Duncan SM-1b mini-humbucker in the bridge, the SH offers a full-bodied yet remarkably articulate tonal profile, while a 5-way blade makes tone selection simple. Featuring a sleek, modern f-hole design on the upper bout, the Bedford SH integrates a warm acoustic element into its unique three-pickup electronics configuration. Now available in Desert Gold, Black, and Matte Walnut with a six-point Wilkinson tremolo.

Features:

FRESH MODERN DESIGN

For an added edge of acoustic warmth to its three-pickup configuration, the Deluxe Bedford SH features a contoured F-hole over its oversized body chamber, perfectly blending the tonal worlds of solid bodies and semi-hollows.

UNIQUE THREE-PICKUP CONFIGURATION

Refreshing the standard three-pickup/five-way blade configuration, the Deluxe Bedford SH features two USA Seymour Duncan Tele-style pickups in the neck and middle, while a Vintage Mini-humbucker is nestled into the bridge—resulting in five incomparable, rich tones that offer both heft and elastic articulation.

ALDER BODY

Alder offers a full-bodied tone that’s articulate yet warm—a comfortable middle ground between basswood and swamp ash. It offers remarkable sustain and just the right amount of weight.

A NEW FAN FAVORITE

Originally offered only in Limited Edition quantities, the Bedford SH quickly established itself as a standout in the D’Angelico line and is now available as a standard Deluxe Series offering.

Specifications:

BODY

• BODY SHAPE: Offset.
• BODY STYLE: Semi-solid with Contoured F-Hole.
• BODY DEPTH: 1.625".
• BODY WIDTH: 13.25.
• COLOR: Matte Walnut.
• FINISH: Gloss.
• TOP MATERIAL: Alder.
• BACK MATERIAL: Alder.
• SIDE MATERIAL: Alder.
• BINDING: N/A.
• BRIDGE: Nickel Tune-O-Matic.
• TAILPIECE: Stopbar.
• PICKGUARD: F-Hole Style, Cream Pearl (5-ply).
• BACK PLATE: Cream Pearl.
• PICKUP SELECTOR: 5-way Blade.
• KNOBS: 2 Ebony.
• STRAP BUTTONS: Nickel, Locking.

NECK

• MATERIAL: 3 piece.
• FINISH: Satin.
• PROFILE: C-Shape.
• JOINT TYPE: Set-Thru.
• THICKNESS: 1F: 20mm, 12F: 22mm.
• TRUSS ROD: Dual Action.

FINGERBOARD

• MATERIAL: Ebony.
• BINDING: 3-ply.
• FRETWIRE: Jescar 47/104 Nickel Silver.
• SCALE LENGTH: 24.75".
• RADIUS: 14".
• TOP INLAY: Mother of Pearl/Abalone Split Block.
• SIDE MARKER: Yes.
• FRET NUMBER: 22.

HEADSTOCK

• HEADSTOCK SHAPE: Standard.
• LOGO INLAY: Mother of Pearl D'Angelico New York Logo.
• SERIES INLAY (FRONT): Mother of Pearl Deluxe Shield Logo.
• SERIAL NUMBER (BACK): Model Name, Serial Number.
• BINDING: 3-ply.
• FINISH: Gloss.
• HEADPIN: Cupola.
• TUNERS: Grover 509 Super Rotomatic, Locking.
• STRINGS: D'Angelico Electrozinc 10's (10-46).
• TRUSS ROD COVER: Aluminum Skyscraper.
• NUT WIDTH: 1 11/16".
• NUT MATERIAL: Tusq.

ELECTRONICS

• OVERVIEW: 2 single-coils, 1 mini-humbucker // 1 volume, 1 tone // 5-way blade.
• PICKUP (NECK): Seymour Duncan STR52-1 (Non-RWRP) (Nickel Cover).
• PICKUP (MIDDLE): Seymour Duncan STR52-1 (RWRP) (Nickel Cover).
• PICKUP (BRIDGE): Seymour Duncan SM-1b Mini-Humbucker (Nickel Cover).
• POTS: 500k.
• OUTPUT JACK: Standard Mono.

HARDWARE

• HARDWARE COLOR: Nickel.

Accessories Included:

• Deluxe Hardshell (DABEDCASE).

Special Note on B-Stock:

• This item is considered "B-Stock."
• B-Stock items are new instruments that did not get an A+ in QC.
• B-Stock is the closest to a new condition. There are very small blemishes categorized as “an inch or less”. Many times, these instruments are like new.
• They usually have minor cosmetic blemishes; none of these issues will affect overall playability.