Danelectro 58 Longhorn Bass BK
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Danelectro
58 Longhorn Bass BK
Product Info
Article Number:
278306
Brand:
Danelectro
Model:
58 Longhorn Bass BK
Category:
4-String Basses
Price:
$687.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Danelectro Longhorn is a characterful bass, perfect for players seeking a vintage vibe and a quirky aesthetic. Its short scale makes it comfortable for smaller hands or those preferring a quicker response, and the Lipstick pickups deliver a surprisingly powerful, growly tone. It's a fun, affordable option for rock, blues, or alternative players who want something different.
Product Description
- Danelectro 58 Longhorn Bass BK
- Electric Bass
- Design: Semi-hollow
- Body frame and centre block: Poplar
- Top & Back: Masonite
- Neck: Maple
- Neck attachment: Bolt-on
- Scale: 755 mm
- Fretboard: Pau Ferro
- 24 Frets
- Pickups: 2 Souped Up Lipstick single coils
- 2 Stacked volume-/tone controls
- Bridge: Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
- Colour: Black
- Matching case available under Article Nr #122213# (not included)
- Matching gig bag available under Article Nr #142777# (not included)
- Suitable replacement strings: Short Scale from D'Adario
- Fender and GHS (not included)
PROS
- • Unique, quirky aesthetics set it apart from the crowd
- • Lipstick pickups deliver a distinctive, growly, vintage tone
- • Bolt-on neck provides a snappy, responsive feel
- • Masonite top/back creates a surprisingly resonant semi-hollow experience
CONS
- • Masonite construction can feel less robust than solid wood
- • Short scale limits low-end extension and versatility
- • Bolt-on neck joint may not appeal to players seeking a smoother transition
- • Rosewood bridge can be prone to string slippage without careful setup
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Key Features
Body Material
Poplar frame & centre block, Masonite top & back
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Pau Ferro
Pickups
2 Souped Up Lipstick single coils
Scale Length
755 mm (approximately 29.7 in)
Frets
24
Strings
Short Scale (D’Addario, Fender, or GHS compatible)
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs (estimated)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Masonite contributes to a more resonant, almost 'woody' tone with a slight boxiness. It’s less sustain than a solid body but adds unique character.
While versatile, the Lipstick pickups are best suited for vintage-inspired tones. They lack the high-output punch needed for heavy genres, though they can still be made to work with some tweaking.
Bolt-on necks generally have a snappier feel and a slightly brighter tone than set-neck basses, but the difference is subtle on this model and often preferred for its responsiveness.
