Danelectro 58 Longhorn Bass BLK
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"Longhorn" Design Inspired by the Golden Age of Vintage Instruments
With its typified "Longhorn" double cutaway body and decidedly retro aesthetic, this bass embodies the spirit of late 1950s instruments: a simple, effective approach focused on musicality and character. The black finish modernizes the silhouette while preserving the vintage DNA, making it stand out both on stage and in the studio.
For Which Bassist and Styles?
Thanks to its short scale 30" / 762 mm, this bass is particularly suited for beginner to intermediate bassists, as well as guitarists transitioning to bass who seek a more immediate playability. Its sonic identity works very well in pop, rock, indie, surf, and any genre where a present, clear, and "vintage" attack bass is desired without requiring a complex setup.
The Sound
The two Lipstick Vintage pickups provide a clear and open signature, with defined attack and a often very musical midrange. Combined with the short scale 30" / 762 mm, they promote a smoother feel and warm low end, ideal for rounded lines, simple walking bass, or pick patterns that need to remain audible in the mix. The "stacked" volume and tone controls (concentric potentiometers) allow quick adjustment of brightness and output level to switch from a more biting sound to a softer register, while maintaining the direct spirit of vintage electronics.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
For comfortable daily use, a strap (standard size) and a tuner are perfectly suitable. For transport, prioritize an appropriate protective solution after checking internal dimensions (sizes vary depending on gig bags and cases).
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | SS | Body | Poplar |
| Category | Hollow body | Bridge / tailpiece | Fixed |
| Left handed | No | Electronics | Passive |
| Strings | Steel | Color | Black |
| Nbr of strings | 4 | Finishing | Glossy |
| Fingerboard | Pau Ferro | Hardware | Chromed |
| Nbrs of frets | 24 | ||
| Finish | black | Pickups | 2 Lipstick Vintage |
| Scale length | 30" / 762 mm | Controls | "stacked" volume and tone |
| Frets | 24 | Model | "'58 Longhorn" |
Questions frequently asked
Is the 30-inch short scale suitable for starting bass?
The 30" / 762 mm scale offers a softer playing feel and an immediate grip. This model is aimed at beginner to intermediate bassists as well as guitarists transitioning to bass.
What sound do the Lipstick Vintage pickups produce?
The two Lipstick Vintage pickups deliver a clear and open tone, with defined attack and musical mids. The short scale promotes warm lows for round lines or pick playing patterns.
Is the Danelectro 58 Longhorn Bass BLK suitable for rock and pop?
This 4-string bass is suited for pop, rock, indie, and surf. Its passive SS configuration targets a vintage tone that stands out clearly in the mix.
How do the stacked controls work?
The concentric potentiometers combine volume and tone settings. It is possible to adjust output level and brightness, from a biting register to a softer sound.
What are the finish and construction of this Longhorn?
The hollow body poplar body features the double cutaway Longhorn shape. The gloss black finish is complemented by chrome hardware, a Pau Ferro fingerboard, and a fixed bridge. The instrument has 24 frets and uses steel strings.
