Danelectro DC Longscale Bass BK
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Danelectro
DC Longscale Bass BK
Product Info
Article Number:
391969
Brand:
Danelectro
Model:
DC Longscale Bass BK
Category:
4-String Basses
Price:
$658.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Danelectro Longscale is a quirky, character-filled bass that's surprisingly capable. The Lipstick pickups give it a unique, vintage vibe that's perfect for rock, blues, or anything needing a bit of grit. It’s a solid choice for players wanting something different from the usual Fender or Ibanez offerings.
Product Description
- Danelectro DC Longscale Bass BK
- Electric Bass
- Type: Semi-Hollow
- Body: Poplar frame and centre block with Masonite top and back
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fretboard: Pau Ferro
- Scale: 864 mm
- 21 Frets
- Tape binding
- Closed Kluson style machine heads
- Pickups: 2 AlNiCo Lipstick single coils
- Controls (stacked): 2 x volume
- 2 x tone
- Fully adjustable bridge
- Colour: Black
- Optional suitable case: Art.#122214# (not included)
PROS
- • Unique AlNiCo Lipstick pickups deliver a distinctive, growly tone.
- • Longer scale offers improved note definition and string tension.
- • Poplar/Masonite construction provides surprising resonance and character.
- • Bolt-on neck enhances clarity and attack compared to set-neck designs.
CONS
- • Masonite top/back can feel less premium than solid wood construction.
- • Tape binding, while aesthetic, can be prone to chipping with rough handling.
- • Limited tonal versatility compared to basses with more pickup options.
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Key Features
Body Material
Poplar frame and centre block with Masonite top and back
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Pau Ferro
Pickups
2 x AlNiCo Lipstick single coils
Scale Length
864 mm
Frets
21
Strings
Standard 4-string bass strings (likely .045-.105)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The longer scale provides a more familiar feel for bassists accustomed to standard or longer scales, with tighter string spacing and improved intonation.
Yes, they are standard single-coil pickups, making them relatively easy to replace with other common bass pickups, though modification is required.
While it won't match a solid wood body's sustain, the Masonite actually contributes to a unique, airy resonance, creating a surprisingly vibrant tone for the price.
