A Short-scale Time Machine Back to the Early '60s
Inspired by the classic 1950s Danelectro Pro, this reinvented model pays direct homage to the look, sound, and overall vibe of the original axe. With its matchbox-like design, short 25-inch scale length, and vintage Lipstick pickup, the Danelectro Pro is sure to make a statement wherever it goes. The Pro’s lightweight spruce body and hardboard top deliver what Sweetwater guitarists call the signature Dano sound — a lively, assertive warmth somewhere between a solidbody and a more traditional semi-hollowbody, complete with a center block for feedback suppression, so you can always pair it with your favorite pedals and effects. Likewise, the Pro’s maple neck and rosewood fingerboard keep playability agile and fluid while delivering that sweet vintage tone.
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A sealed semi-hollow deal
It’s an ingenious semi-hollow build that’s stood the test of time: a spruce body frame capped with hardboard paired with a center block that eliminates feedback. Distinctive, rugged, and beyond versatile, no guitar body sounds quite like a Danelectro’s body! The Pro's nuanced resonance and tonal range give this guitar a unique edge for everything from vintage rockabilly blues to modern indie faves.
Faithful ’50s design
Today, Danelectro ’50s pickup specs read like diligent recitations of the originals. Inside, Alnico VI magnets uniquely wrapped with coil and tape make these pickups sound as authentic as they look. Outside, the chrome covers are made from 80/20 brass zinc, just like the tubes Danelectro bought from a cosmetics factory back in the day, a detail that proves the Pro is a fully worthy heir of a legendary sound. Featuring a single neck Lipstick pickup, the Pro provides an enhanced low-frequency gristle that fills sonic space and comes to life when played clean or driven.
Premium playability
Sweetwater guitarists found the Pro's comfortable C-profile maple neck and fingerboard scale pack a stellar blend of playability and range, further enhanced by the unique, matchbox-like body design. Additionally, the adjustable dual-action truss rod provides a modern touch and makes sure your Pro's neck stays straight and plays true.
Danelectro Pro Features:
- Semi-hollowbody electric guitar with vintage character and modern enhancements
- Short 25-in. scale length provides a slinky feel with a punchy, percussive response
- Lightweight spruce body and hardwood top and back deliver signature midrange tone
- Maple neck with rosewood fingerboard offers wonderful playability and response
- Lipstick single-coil pickup in the neck position brings vintage midrange punch
- Master volume and tone controls
- Dual-action truss rod modernizes setup adjustments
- Aluminum nut lets strings vibrate with strong resonance and lasting sustain
- Incredibly true to the classic '50s Danelectro look, feel, and sound
