Danelectro 59DC Short Scale Bass BKMF
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Danelectro
59DC Short Scale Bass BKMF
Product Info
Article Number:
513768
Brand:
Danelectro
Model:
59DC Short Scale Bass BKMF
Category:
Short Scale Basses
Price:
$746.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Danelectro 59DC is a quirky, fun bass with a really unique voice. The short scale makes it super playable, and those Lipstick pickups give you a growly, vintage vibe. It's a great choice for players seeking a distinctive instrument with comfortable feel and a cool aesthetic – perfect for indie, garage rock, or anyone who wants something different.
Product Description
- Danelectro 59DC Short Scale Bass BKMF
- Electric Bass
- Poplar body frame and middle block
- Masonite top and back
- Bolt-on maple neck
- Pau Ferro fretboard
- "Bottle" 2 + 2 headstock
- Scale: 756 mm (29.76"
- short scale)
- 24 Frets
- Pickups: 2 High Output Lipstick single coils
- 2 Stacked volume and tone controls
- 3-Way toggle switch
- Kluson style machine heads
- Chrome hardware
- Colour: Black Metal Flake
PROS
- • Unique Masonite top/back creates a distinctive, resonant character.
- • High-output Lipstick pickups deliver a surprisingly aggressive tone.
- • Short scale offers exceptional comfort and ease of playing, especially for smaller hands.
- • Bolt-on neck provides a snappy, articulate response.
CONS
- • Masonite construction can feel less robust than solid wood alternatives.
- • Limited tonal versatility compared to basses with more pickup options.
- • Chrome hardware may be prone to pitting with age and exposure.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Poplar frame and middle block with Masonite top and back
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Pau Ferro
Pickups
2 High Output Lipstick single coils
Scale Length
756 mm (29.76 in)
Frets
24
Strings
Standard 4-string bass strings (likely .045-.105)
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Masonite top and back contribute to a more resonant and somewhat 'airy' sound with a distinctive chime, unlike the more focused tone of a traditional solid wood bass.
Yes, the pickups are standard single-coil size and can be replaced, though modifications might require some technical expertise.
It’s a design choice; bolt-on necks generally offer a more direct, immediate feel and are easier to repair, though they may lack the sustain of other neck joints.
