The Danelectro ’58 Longhorn Bass is for players who want something genuinely different from a conventional bass. Its unmistakable Longhorn body, 29.75" short scale and dual Lipstick pickups give it a lightweight feel and distinctive vintage voice that's been part of the Danelectro sound since the late 1950s.
Finished in Copper Burst, it has all the retro character you'd expect from a Longhorn — both in the way it looks and the way it sounds.
The Longhorn might look quirky, but don't mistake it for a novelty bass. It's incredibly light, very easy to play and has a sound that's completely its own.
The 29.75" short scale and slim neck make it particularly comfortable for guitarists moving onto bass, smaller players, or anyone who finds a full-size bass a bit of a handful. It's also a great option if weight is becoming an issue — it'll get you through any long rehearsal or gig.
Then there are the Lipstick pickups. They're clear, punchy and more articulate than you might expect from a short-scale bass. Keep roundwounds on it for a brighter, more cutting sound, or try it with flatwounds if you're chasing that warm, thumpy vintage character.
We'd recommend the Longhorn to recording musicians, guitarists adding a bass to the collection, short-scale players and anyone who wants a bass with some genuine personality. It isn't trying to sound or feel like another P or J Bass—that's exactly why you'd buy one.
That's much more compelling and better supported by what people actually value about the Longhorn.
