Danelectro Golden 1950'S Maroon
$599.99
Danelectro’s Golden ’50s semi-hollowbody electric guitar gathers some of the brand’s most memorable mid-century designs into one stellar-sounding, smooth-playing, and approachable 6-string package — with looks that are truly out of sight! Double-cut semi-hollow spruce lays the foundation with jet-age styling, backed by a wide assortment of vintage-style Danelectro hardware appointments. A pair of iconic lipstick single-coil pickups, heated up for a subtle boost in output, brings all realms of jangly vintage tone to the table, from cleaned up and glassy to rowdy and ready to rock. Fitted with a welcoming C-shaped maple neck and a 21-fret rosewood fingerboard, the lightweight Golden ’50s offers flawless command for all who hang it over their shoulder. Last but not least, the Golden ’50s wears a fabulous star graphic finish with retro plastic control knobs to cement its retro vibe with captivating curb appeal. That distinct Danelectro look Donning the Shorthorn body style that debuted back in ’59, the Golden ’50s’ double-cut silhouette and hardboard-capped semi-hollow spruce body exude classic charm around every curve. The headstock’s standout full-bell shape harkens back to those atop the company’s archetypal solidbody electrics from the first half of the decade. Bridging these two periods of design are the infusion of timeless Danelectro trademarks and era-appropriate embellishments from top to bottom, including an aluminum nut, a rosewood-saddled bridge, tolexed sides, and chrome sealed-back tuners with flat skate key pegs. Hot ’50s lipstick pickups Danelectro’s lipstick single-coil hit the scene in the mid-’50s and immediately offered players a tight, chimey tone and a unique look. Ever since, the lipstick single-coil has become an icon and remained a staple of the Danelectro sound. The pair found aboard the Golden ’50s unveil this design’s unmistakable elements of sight and sound, but with a bit more heat that players here at Sweetwater are excited to hear. Tuned 20% hotter at the neck position and 30% hotter at the bridge, these pickups pack a mightier punch that opens the door to a multitude of musical directions, from crisp and clear indie and pop to the grizzle of the blues, rock ’n’ roll, and beyond. Master Tone and Volume controls, along with a 3-way pickup selector, make finding your sound a cinch! A comfortable fit for all While its style and sound are undoubtedly superb, one of the most inviting elements of the Golden ’50s is its effortless handling for all player types. Its maple neck is shaped to a universally comfortable C profile, resting naturally in the hand and providing players with efficient navigation from note to note. To complement, a bridge-matching rosewood fingerboard sports 21 frets and a 14-inch radius for exceptionally smooth command, detailed with classic dot inlays. Lastly, its middle-ground 25-inch scale length solidifies the Golden ’50s with a wonderfully manageable wield for players of all sizes and experience levels. Danelectro: an iconic American brand Founded in 1947, Danelectro produced guitar amps throughout the 1940s before expanding into guitars in the ’50s. With their beloved quirky hollowbody designs, hardboard/plywood construction, and lipstick pickups, the iconic Danelectro instruments are instantly recognizable. Among other innovations, Danelectro introduced the baritone guitar in 1956 and the electric sitar in 1967. From guitar gods Jimmy Page and Jeff Beck to the Who bassist John Entwistle (check out the bass solo on “My Generation”), country superstar Glen Campbell, Tom Petty lead guitarist Mike Campbell, and the ever-eclectic Wilco guitarist and solo artist Nels Cline, Danos have become staples in the guitar and bass arsenals of top artists in all genres. Now, Danelectro is back and better than ever. Sweetwater is proud to offer you this formidable lineup of iconic vintage-inspired instruments. Danelectro Golden ’50s Features: A vintage-inspired blend of some of Danelectro’s most memorable ’50s elements Shorthorn-style, hardboard-capped semi-hollow spruce body offers double-cut fret access and a light feel Easy to play with a 25-in. scale length, a comfortable C-shaped maple neck, and a 21-fret rosewood fingerboard ’50s-style lipstick single-coil pickups with hot tuning deliver a range of tones, from vintage jangle to blues rock and beyond Historic elements abound, including a full bell headstock, an aluminum nut, skate key pegged tuners, tolex sides, and a wood saddle bridge Eye-catching star graphics and retro plastic knobs round out the mid-century vibes Body Construction:Semi-Hollow Top Material:Hardboard Top Color:black graphics on body and headstock Body Material:Spruce Body Color:Black Body Finish:Gloss Material:Maple Color:Painted Joint:Bolt-On Profile:C- shape Truss Rod:Dual Action Finish:Polyester Fretboard Material:Rosewood Fretboard Radius:14" Inlays:Dot Side Markers:Dot Finish:Natural Frets:21 frets Scale Length:25" Nut Material:Aluminum Nut Nut Width:1.65" Hardware Color:Chrome Bridge/Tailpiece:Traditional with Rosewood Saddle Knob Type:Plastic Gold Knobs Tuning Machines:3 tuners on a side/skate key pegs Electronics Type:Passive Bridge Pickup:1950s Lipstick Single-coil 30% HOTTER Neck Pickup:1950s Lipstick Single-coil 20% HOTTER Controls:1x master volume, 1x master tone, 3-way toggle pickup switch Output Type:Mono
Danelectro’s Golden ’50s semi-hollowbody electric guitar gathers some of the brand’s most memorable mid-century designs into one stellar-sounding, smooth-playing, and approachable 6-string package — with looks that are truly out of sight! Double-cut semi-hollow spruce lays the foundation with jet-age styling, backed by a wide assortment of vintage-style Danelectro hardware appointments. A pair of iconic lipstick single-coil pickups, heated up for a subtle boost in output, brings all realms of jangly vintage tone to the table, from cleaned up and glassy to rowdy and ready to rock. Fitted with a welcoming C-shaped maple neck and a 21-fret rosewood fingerboard, the lightweight Golden ’50s offers flawless command for all who hang it over their shoulder. Last but not least, the Golden ’50s wears a fabulous star graphic finish with retro plastic control knobs to cement its retro vibe with captivating curb appeal. That distinct Danelectro look Donning the Shorthorn body style that debuted back in ’59, the Golden ’50s’ double-cut silhouette and hardboard-capped semi-hollow spruce body exude classic charm around every curve. The headstock’s standout full-bell shape harkens back to those atop the company’s archetypal solidbody electrics from the first half of the decade. Bridging these two periods of design are the infusion of timeless Danelectro trademarks and era-appropriate embellishments from top to bottom, including an aluminum nut, a rosewood-saddled bridge, tolexed sides, and chrome sealed-back tuners with flat skate key pegs. Hot ’50s lipstick pickups Danelectro’s lipstick single-coil hit the scene in the mid-’50s and immediately offered players a tight, chimey tone and a unique look. Ever since, the lipstick single-coil has become an icon and remained a staple of the Danelectro sound. The pair found aboard the Golden ’50s unveil this design’s unmistakable elements of sight and sound, but with a bit more heat that players here at Sweetwater are excited to hear. Tuned 20% hotter at the neck position and 30% hotter at the bridge, these pickups pack a mightier punch that opens the door to a multitude of musical directions, from crisp and clear indie and pop to the grizzle of the blues, rock ’n’ roll, and beyond. Master Tone and Volume controls, along with a 3-way pickup selector, make finding your sound a cinch! A comfortable fit for all While its style and sound are undoubtedly superb, one of the most inviting elements of the Golden ’50s is its effortless handling for all player types. Its maple neck is shaped to a universally comfortable C profile, resting naturally in the hand and providing players with efficient navigation from note to note. To complement, a bridge-matching rosewood fingerboard sports 21 frets and a 14-inch radius for exceptionally smooth command, detailed with classic dot inlays. Lastly, its middle-ground 25-inch scale length solidifies the Golden ’50s with a wonderfully manageable wield for players of all sizes and experience levels. Danelectro: an iconic American brand Founded in 1947, Danelectro produced guitar amps throughout the 1940s before expanding into guitars in the ’50s. With their beloved quirky hollowbody designs, hardboard/plywood construction, and lipstick pickups, the iconic Danelectro instruments are instantly recognizable. Among other innovations, Danelectro introduced the baritone guitar in 1956 and the electric sitar in 1967. From guitar gods Jimmy Page and Jeff Beck to the Who bassist John Entwistle (check out the bass solo on “My Generation”), country superstar Glen Campbell, Tom Petty lead guitarist Mike Campbell, and the ever-eclectic Wilco guitarist and solo artist Nels Cline, Danos have become staples in the guitar and bass arsenals of top artists in all genres. Now, Danelectro is back and better than ever. Sweetwater is proud to offer you this formidable lineup of iconic vintage-inspired instruments. Danelectro Golden ’50s Features: A vintage-inspired blend of some of Danelectro’s most memorable ’50s elements Shorthorn-style, hardboard-capped semi-hollow spruce body offers double-cut fret access and a light feel Easy to play with a 25-in. scale length, a comfortable C-shaped maple neck, and a 21-fret rosewood fingerboard ’50s-style lipstick single-coil pickups with hot tuning deliver a range of tones, from vintage jangle to blues rock and beyond Historic elements abound, including a full bell headstock, an aluminum nut, skate key pegged tuners, tolex sides, and a wood saddle bridge Eye-catching star graphics and retro plastic knobs round out the mid-century vibes Body Construction:Semi-Hollow Top Material:Hardboard Top Color:black graphics on body and headstock Body Material:Spruce Body Color:Black Body Finish:Gloss Material:Maple Color:Painted Joint:Bolt-On Profile:C- shape Truss Rod:Dual Action Finish:Polyester Fretboard Material:Rosewood Fretboard Radius:14" Inlays:Dot Side Markers:Dot Finish:Natural Frets:21 frets Scale Length:25" Nut Material:Aluminum Nut Nut Width:1.65" Hardware Color:Chrome Bridge/Tailpiece:Traditional with Rosewood Saddle Knob Type:Plastic Gold Knobs Tuning Machines:3 tuners on a side/skate key pegs Electronics Type:Passive Bridge Pickup:1950s Lipstick Single-coil 30% HOTTER Neck Pickup:1950s Lipstick Single-coil 20% HOTTER Controls:1x master volume, 1x master tone, 3-way toggle pickup switch Output Type:Mono