Danelectro Sitar Red Crackle

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Danelectro Sitar Red Crackle

Danelectro

Sitar Red Crackle

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 342177
Model: Sitar Red Crackle
Price: $988.90

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This Danelectro Sitar is a seriously fun and unique instrument. The combination of the familiar lipstick pickups with that distinctive mini-harp creates a really authentic sitar vibe without being a complete gimmick. It's perfect for experimental musicians, world music enthusiasts, or anyone looking to add a splash of something different to their sound.

Product Description

  • Danelectro Sitar Red Crackle
  • Electric Sitar
  • Style: Hollow Body
  • Body: Composite / plywood
  • Bolt-on neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Pau Ferro
  • Fingerboard radius: 356 mm (14")
  • Scale: 629 mm (24.75")
  • Nut width: 43.0 mm (1.69")
  • Graphite nut
  • Neck profile: C
  • 21 Frets
  • Pickups: 2 lipstick single coils (neck
  • bridge) and mini-harp lipstick single coil
  • 3 Volume and 3 tone controls
  • Gotoh Sitar bridge
  • Chrome hardware
  • Colour: Red Crackle
PROS
  • • Unique sitar-inspired tone thanks to the mini-harp pickup
  • • Solid, resonant plywood body offers surprising sustain
  • • Maple neck with a comfortable 'C' profile enhances playability
  • • Gotoh bridge provides reliable tuning stability and action
CONS
  • • Composite body construction can feel less premium than solid wood
  • • 24.75 in scale length may feel cramped for some players
  • • Limited tonal versatility outside of sitar/Indian-influenced styles

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Key Features

Body Material Plywood composite
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Pau Ferro
Pickups 2 Lipstick single coils & mini-harp Lipstick single coil
Scale Length 629 mm (24.75 in)
Frets 21
Bridge Gotoh Sitar bridge
Weight Approximately 7.5 lbs (3.4 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

It simulates the sympathetic resonance of a traditional sitar, adding a shimmering, drone-like quality to the notes.
The 'C' profile is fairly standard, but the 24.75 in scale means the frets are closer together; it’s manageable, but may take some adjustment.
It’s typical Danelectro – solid enough for the price point, with a focus on character and vibe over high-end materials and precision.

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