Danelectro Vintage Electric Guitar - Cream - Used

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This used 6.2 lb Danelectro will ship insured, fully set up, and inspected from Rapid City, SD. It is in Good condition with worn off and chipped paint all along the neck and headstock, scuff marks, scratches, and discoloration along the entire guitar, and aged coloring on the body. The cover for the electronics cavity is missing as well as dirty and damaged tuner knobs.

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The 1956 Danelectro U1 Reissue is a wonderful reminder that some of the coolest guitars ever made came from thinking outside the box. This single-pickup classic has all the quirky charm and unmistakable personality that made Danelectro a favorite of players looking for something different. Its lightweight semi-hollow construction, distinctive leatherette-covered body, and iconic Coke bottle headstock give it a look that is instantly recognizable, while its simple design keeps the focus exactly where it belongs, on making music.

Plugged in, the lone lipstick pickup delivers the kind of clear, punchy voice that has made vintage Danelectros so beloved. There’s a sweetness and snap to the notes that feels equally at home with blues, rock, country, folk, and soul, while the guitar’s natural resonance gives every chord and melody an airy, lively quality. The controls are refreshingly straightforward, encouraging players to interact with the instrument rather than get lost in endless options. It’s the sort of guitar that inspires creativity simply because it sounds and feels unlike anything else hanging on the wall.

This U1 still captures the charm and ingenuity that made these instruments cult favorites. The comfortable bolt-on neck and fast-playing feel make it easy to understand why so many players continue to seek out original Danelectros. Complete with its original coffin case and carrying the kind of honest wear that only decades of music can create, this 1956 U1 Reissue is both a fascinating collectible and a genuinely inspiring player’s guitar. Available now at Haggerty’s Music.

Features / Specs

Highlights

• Series: U1 Reissue
• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Color: Vintage Cream

Body

• Body Material: Spruce
• Body Top Material: Masonite
• Body Finish: Textured Vinyl
• Body Shape: Singlecut
• Body Style: Semi-Hollow

Neck

• Headstock Type: Coke Bottle
• Neck Material: Maple
• Neck Shape: C
• Neck Finish: Satin
• Neck Depth: 0.762" at 1st Fret, 0.828" at 12th Fret
• Neck Construction: Bolt-On
• Fingerboard Radius: 14"
• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
• Position Inlays: White Dot
• Side Dots: White
• Number of Frets: 21
• Truss Rod Style: Double-Acting
• Truss Rod Nut: Standard
• Nut Material: Aluminum
• Nut Width: 1.65"
• Fret Size: Standard
• Scale Length: 25"

Hardware

• Bridge: Hardtail
• Bridge Cover/Tail Piece: None
• Bridge Mounting: Standard
• Pickguard: None
• Pickup Covers: Aluminum
• Control Knobs: Black Plastic
• Switch Tip: Aluminum
• Hardware Finish: Aluminum
• Tuning Machines: White Plastic
• String Trees: None
• Tremolo Arm: None
• Neck Plate: 4-Bolt, 3 in the Back of the Body, 1 in the Neck
• Strap Buttons: Two Standard
• Output Jack: 1/4" Side

Electronics

• Pickup Configuration: S
• Neck Pickup: Lipstick Single-Coil
• Controls: Volume and Tone
• Switching: 3-Way Toggle
• Auxiliary Switching: None

Miscellaneous

• Accessories: None
• Case/Gig Bag: Not Included
• Serial Number: condanelectrocream
• Manufacture Date: Late '90s