You’ll have noticed a few metal-friendly axes scattered across this round-up already, like BC Rich’s Mockingbird ST, but it’s a big enough market to warrant its own gallery slide at least! Among the best electrics under £1000, Dean’s Razorback Cemetery Gates model doesn’t just say metal, it screams it from the rooftops. The Dimebag-tastic guitar has a massive yet strident tone and is surprisingly versatile.

FULL REVIEW: Dean Razorback Cemetery Gates via 4 graphic finish metal electric guitars

BUY: Dean Razorback Cemetery Gates is currently available from Thomann

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