Danelectro U-1 Metallic Cooper 1959
SKU: 1201-1F17054
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The Danelectro U-1 from 1959 is an iconic electric guitar that features a unique sound and a simple but incredibly chic design. It has a single lipstick pickup with the characteristic twang sound. Particularly popular for surf, western or garage rock. With its lightweight Masonite body and simple but sturdy construction, the U-1 represents affordable quality and innovative guitar design of the late 1950s.
This U-1 from 1959 has the original Copper Metallic finish and the original electronics. It even comes with the matching case. Guitars like this are rare to find in our latitudes, so don’t wait too long…
| Body | |
|---|---|
| Body Wood | Masonite |
| Neck | |
| Scale Length | 632.46mm / 24.9" |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Shape | "C" |
| Neck Joint | Bolt-On |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood |
| Inlays | Dot |
| Width at Nut | 42mm |
| Number of Frets | 21 |
| Hardware | |
| Bridge | Original |
| Tuners | Original |
| Electronics | |
| Pickups | Original Lipstick Pickups |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Year | 1959 |
| Country of origin | USA |
| Color | Metallic Cooper |
| Including | Case |
| Weight | 2.72kg |
