Danelectro 59DC Longscale Bass Black

A Design Inspired by the Golden Years, Built for Efficiency

With its "59 Shorthorn" look and black finish, this bass embodies the spirit of instruments with a strong character: compact lines, double cutaway body, and simple, straightforward electronics. The goal is clear: to offer a retro-style instrument that is easy to set up and enjoyable to play without sacrificing sonic impact.

For Which Bassists and Styles

Thanks to its 34" / 864 mm scale length and accessible craftsmanship, this model suits both beginner bassists looking for an inspiring first bass and intermediate players seeking a distinctive sound. It is particularly well-suited for rock, pop, indie, and garage styles, with an attack that easily cuts through a band.

Sound

The two high-output Lipstick pickups deliver a dynamic response, with present mids and clear articulation. The 3-position selector switch allows quick switching between pickups or combining both for added thickness. The maple bolt-on neck enhances attack precision and responsiveness, while the Pau Ferro fingerboard contributes to balanced definition, pleasant for fingerstyle and pick playing alike. The stacked volume and tone controls facilitate fine-tuning between warmth, brightness, and output level.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To get the most from this long scale length, opt for a set of long scale 34" / 864 mm electric bass strings. A clip-on or pedal tuner and a set of picks (if you alternate between fingers and pick) complete the setup perfectly.

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	20

Type	electric bass	Number of frets	20
Shape	"59 Shorthorn" double cutaway	Bridge	adjustable
Finish	black	Pickups	2 high-output Lipstick pickups
Neck	maple	Selector switch	3 positions
Attachment	bolt-on	Controls	stacked volume and tone
Scale length	34" / 864 mm