Danelectro 56 Baritone Black Crackle 3+3

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Danelectro 56 Baritone Black Crackle 3+3

Danelectro

56 Baritone Black Crackle 3+3

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 608388
Model: 56 Baritone Black Crackle 3+3
Price: $768.90

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This Danelectro 56 Baritone is a quirky, character-laden instrument perfect for experimental players and those wanting a distinct, low-voiced sound. The Lipstick pickups deliver a surprisingly thick and aggressive tone, ideal for stoner rock, alternative, or adding a unique flavor to blues. It’s a great option if you’re after a fun, affordable baritone with a vintage vibe.

Product Description

  • Danelectro 56 Baritone Black Crackle 3+3
  • Baritone Electrc Guitar
  • Body: Poplar sides and centre block with Masonite top and base
  • 3+3 headstock
  • Bolt-on neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Pau Ferro
  • Scale: 756 mm (28.75")
  • 24 frets
  • Pickups: 2 High Output Lipstick Single Coils
  • 1 master volume control
  • 1 Master tone control
  • 3-Way switch
  • Fulyl adjustable bridge
  • Machine heads: Kluson Style
  • Colour: Black Crackle
PROS
  • • Unique baritone voice delivers a deep, resonant low-end.
  • • Lipstick pickups offer a raw, vintage tone with surprising output.
  • • Bolt-on neck provides a snappy feel and easy playability.
  • • Crackle finish is visually striking and adds character.
CONS
  • • Poplar body construction lacks the sustain of more premium woods.
  • • Limited tonal versatility compared to guitars with more pickup options.
  • • The bolt-on neck can feel less refined than a set-neck design.

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Key Features

Body Material Poplar sides & centre block, Masonite top & base
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Pau Ferro
Pickups 2 x High Output Lipstick Single Coils
Scale Length 756 mm (28.75")
Frets 24
Bridge Fully Adjustable
Weight 8.5 lbs (estimated)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The longer scale necessitates a bit of adjustment, especially for smaller hands, but the neck profile is comfortable enough for most players.
While they can exhibit some characteristic hum, the modern versions are generally better shielded and less prone to excessive feedback than their vintage counterparts.
The Danelectro's unique tone and quirky charm set it apart; it’s less about versatility and more about a specific, vintage-inspired vibe you won’t find elsewhere.

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