Danelectro Golden 1950'S Black

Essential Information About the Golden 1950's Black Guitar

• 50s Vintage Look: Shorthorn silhouette and "Full Bell" headstock for an instantly recognizable retro identity.


• Double Cutaway: easy access to the high frets and comfortable playability for lead lines as well as chords.


• Two Lipstick Pickups: a clear, bright, and lively sound, perfect for crisp rhythms and expressive melodies.


• 1954-Inspired Rosewood Bridge: rosewood bridge inspired by 1954, with an adjustable bridge also included to fine-tune your setup.

An Electric Guitar with a Fifties Vibe, Designed for Today's Playing

The Golden 1950's Black claims a "retro-futuristic" DNA: it incorporates striking aesthetic codes from the 1950s (lines, headstock, minimalist spirit) while offering playability and versatility suited to current needs. Its Shorthorn format with double cutaway is more than a nod to the past: it's also a modern approach to comfort, providing a smoother feel in the upper positions. The choice of a 1954-inspired rosewood bridge reinforces this vintage reading, while the inclusion of an adjustable bridge allows you to steer the instrument towards a more precise setup according to your playing style.

Who Is the Golden 1950's Black For?

This electric guitar is aimed both at the beginner looking for a first guitar with true character and the intermediate player seeking an inspiring clear tone and simple ergonomics. The 2-pickup configuration, straightforward electronics (volume, tone, 3-position selector), and a 25" / 635 mm scale length make it an accessible instrument, ideal for working on right-hand attack and dynamics.

In terms of styles, it excels in genres where definition and "sparkle" are desired: rock'n'roll, surf, country, blues in clean tone, pop, indie, and all aesthetics that appreciate a vintage grain without over-compression. With effects (reverb, tremolo, delay), it becomes an excellent platform for sculpting textures.

Sound: The Clear Characteristic Tone of Lipstick Pickups, from Neck to Bridge

The sonic heart of the Golden 1950's Black lies in its two Lipstick pickups. This type of pickup is sought after for its lively and detailed response: present highs without excessive harshness, a lighter low end, and mids that allow chords to breathe. The result: rhythms remain clear even with rich chord voicings, and melodic parts retain beautiful articulation.

The 3-position selector allows simple navigation between three essential tones. In the neck position, you get a generally rounder and singing sound, pleasant for bluesy lines, soft arpeggios, and enveloping chords. In the bridge position, the attack becomes more incisive: perfect for twang, rock'n'roll riffs, and lines that need to cut through the mix. The middle position (both pickups) provides a balanced tone, often very effective for pop/indie rhythms and bright clean sounds.

The volume and tone controls complete the approach: volume is used to adjust output level and manage dynamics, while tone softens the highs to shift from a retro snap to a warmer sound. Paired with a good amp setup, this simple electronics favors expressive playing where the hand and nuance make a real difference.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To complement your electric guitar with ease, you can consider a set of electric guitar strings suited for a 25" / 635 mm scale length (perfect for routine maintenance), plectrums to refine your attack, a tuner (clip-on or pedal) to maintain impeccable tuning, as well as a guitar stand and a microfiber cloth to protect the black finish daily.

Technical specifications

Left handed	No	Nbr of strings	6
Strings	Steel	Color	Black

Type	electric guitar	Bridge	1954-inspired rosewood
Shape	Shorthorn	Additional bridge included	adjustable bridge (included)
Cutaway	double cutaway	Pickups	2 Lipstick pickups
Finish	Black	Controls	volume, tone
Scale length	25" / 635 mm	Selector	3-position switch
Number of frets	21	Spirit	retro-futuristic, 1950s inspiration
Headstock	Full Bell