Danelectro 58 Longhorn Bass CB
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Danelectro
58 Longhorn Bass CB
Product Info
Article Number:
228497
Brand:
Danelectro
Model:
58 Longhorn Bass CB
Category:
4-String Basses
Price:
$658.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Longhorn is a character piece, no doubt. Its quirky charm and those Lipstick pickups give it a unique, almost honky, low-end that’s perfect for indie rock, garage punk, or anything needing a vintage, slightly off-kilter vibe. It’s a budget-friendly option for players wanting something different.
Product Description
- Danelectro 58 Longhorn Bass CB
- Electric Bass
- Body: Frame and centre block are made from plywood with a masonite top and back
- Neck: Maple
- bolt-on
- Fretboard: Pau Ferro
- 24 Frets
- Bridge: Rosewood
- Scale: 755 mm
- Pickups: 2 x Souped Up Lipstick single coils
- 1 Stacked volume knob
- 1 Stacked tone knob
- Colour: Copper Burst
PROS
- • Unique, quirky vibe; instantly recognizable and fun to play.
- • Lipstick pickups deliver a distinctive, growly, vintage tone.
- • Bolt-on maple neck offers a comfortable, familiar feel for many players.
- • Pau Ferro fretboard provides a smooth playing experience and decent durability.
CONS
- • Plywood body construction can feel less resonant than solid wood alternatives.
- • 755mm scale length may feel unusual for players accustomed to longer scales.
- • Limited tonal versatility; excels in specific genres, less adaptable.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Plywood frame & centre block, Masonite top/back
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Pau Ferro
Pickups
2 x Souped Up Lipstick single coils
Scale Length
755 mm
Frets
24
Strings
Standard 4-string set (likely .045-.105)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's considerably different; the Precision is known for a round, fundamental tone, while the Longhorn's Lipstick pickups offer a more aggressive, scooped mid-range and a distinctive growl.
Danelectro's bolt-on construction is generally reliable, but a proper setup is crucial; occasional neck resets are possible with any bolt-on design, though rare.
The Masonite top does reduce sustain compared to a solid wood top, but the overall construction still provides a surprisingly lively feel for a plywood body bass.
