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1963 Danelectro Standard Model 3022 Shorthorn Copper Vintage Guitar, DC2 w/hc
Estimated price for orientation: 1 679 $
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Description Brand: Danelectro Series: Shorthorn Model: Standard Model 3022 String Configuration: 6 String Body Type: Hollow Country/Region of Manufacture: United States MPN: Does Not Apply Exact Year: 1963 Dexterity: Right-Handed UPC: Does not apply
Up for sale, a 1963 Danelectro Shorthorn Standard Model 3022 in excellent, 100% original condition and in good working order. Easily one of the most sought after vintage Danelectro models, this guitar features its original and virtually unfaded Copper finish, along with matching concentric knobs and "seal" pickguard. Aside from the color, this guitar is identical to the instrument used extensively by Jimmy Page on many prominent Led Zeppelin recordings, not to mention that Syd Barrett also favored this model during Pink Floyd's formative years. This Dano plays effortlessly and delivers that clear chime and sparkle that you can only get from a pair of vintage "lipstick" pickups. The hollow masonite and poplar body is quite resonant acoustically, delivering the quick attack and hollow twang that is a hallmark of the vintage Danelectro sound, and the instrument weighs in at only 6lbs 2oz. This model is not only rare, but very well kept and professionally setup with a fresh set of 11-50 strings here at Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar.While the host or reissue Danelectro models have muddled the model name of this particular guitar, it is officially the Shorthorn Standard Model 3022, and was offered in the years following the single cutaway U2. This model is currently marketed by Danelectro as the "59" and the DC2, noting the instruments Shorthorn Double Cutaway body and two pickup construction.The neck has a comfortable medium C profile and the original wide/tall frets that Danelectro was known for using. As the neck profiles on these guitars had a primitive "burst" finish from the factory (finished on the profile's center and fading to natural on the edges of the profile), much of the original finish is still present on the neck and the copper has some light greening from oxidation most prominent along the treble side edge. The frets show only light wear beneath the E and B strings on frets 1-2, with very well rounded crowns and virtually no wear up the neck. All notes ring out clearly and the frets have lots of life and height left with no buzzing or dead spots. The original aluminum nut is present, with a width of 1 5/8" that's ideal for accurate lead work and easy chording. The original open back Kluson tuners are intact, and these machines feature original white plastic buttons, turning smoothly and holding pitch as they should.The electronics are stock, with original concentric CTS pots that date late 1963 and are still surrounded by the original flexible copper shielding. All solder joints are untouched and the concentric knobs are present, with the lower dials matching the color of the body (a particularly cool and unique Danelectro cosmetic touch!). Both lipstick pickups are original, with strong and balanced output. The copper nitro lacquer finish is bold and saturated on the body, with two tiny nicks on the bass side upper bout face of the instrument, and a light speckling of oxidation across the top of the guitar. The finish is 100% original with no touchups or overspray, and overall the guitar is in great shape, with the expected small nicks and scuffs mostly relegated to the edges of the body and back of the instrument from light, consistent use. There is also light wear around the edges of the headstock and body, and there are some small dings central to the neck profile behind frets 3-7, but nothing that affects playability in the slightest. The white vinyl that surrounds the body is particularly clean, with no notable discoloration, and only one notable scuff on the edge of the treble side horn.A modern hardshell case is included.Please check out our shop "Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar" on the web, and feel free to call us directly with any questions at 206.399.8518.Shipping in the continental USA will be $60, fully insured and shipped via FedEx Ground. Expedited shipping available for an additional fee at buyer's request. We will happily ship WORLDWIDE, but please contact us for an accurate international shipping quote before bidding or buying, as cost varies by buyer location.
International orders will be declared as “merchandise,” and the value of merchandise will be declared as the amount paid. We cannot declare anything as a gift or for a lesser value. No exceptions! The customer is responsible for all taxes and duty, which may be collected upon delivery, as well as any additional charges involved with import.We do our best to describe all items with honesty and accuracy, but to be sure, please contact us with any questions or concerns prior to bidding or buying. We require payment within 48 hours of auction end. In the unlikely event of a return, buyer pays all shipping costs. Your positive feedback and five star ratings are very important to us, and we appreciate your communication in resolving any issues!
Description
| Brand: | Danelectro | Series: | Shorthorn |
| Model: | Standard Model 3022 | String Configuration: | 6 String |
| Body Type: | Hollow | Country/Region of Manufacture: | United States |
| MPN: | Does Not Apply | Exact Year: | 1963 |
| Dexterity: | Right-Handed | UPC: | Does not apply |
Up for sale, a 1963 Danelectro Shorthorn Standard Model 3022 in excellent, 100% original condition and in good working order. Easily one of the most sought after vintage Danelectro models, this guitar features its original and virtually unfaded Copper finish, along with matching concentric knobs and "seal" pickguard. Aside from the color, this guitar is identical to the instrument used extensively by Jimmy Page on many prominent Led Zeppelin recordings, not to mention that Syd Barrett also favored this model during Pink Floyd's formative years. This Dano plays effortlessly and delivers that clear chime and sparkle that you can only get from a pair of vintage "lipstick" pickups. The hollow masonite and poplar body is quite resonant acoustically, delivering the quick attack and hollow twang that is a hallmark of the vintage Danelectro sound, and the instrument weighs in at only 6lbs 2oz. This model is not only rare, but very well kept and professionally setup with a fresh set of 11-50 strings here at Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar.While the host or reissue Danelectro models have muddled the model name of this particular guitar, it is officially the Shorthorn Standard Model 3022, and was offered in the years following the single cutaway U2. This model is currently marketed by Danelectro as the "59" and the DC2, noting the instruments Shorthorn Double Cutaway body and two pickup construction.The neck has a comfortable medium C profile and the original wide/tall frets that Danelectro was known for using. As the neck profiles on these guitars had a primitive "burst" finish from the factory (finished on the profile's center and fading to natural on the edges of the profile), much of the original finish is still present on the neck and the copper has some light greening from oxidation most prominent along the treble side edge. The frets show only light wear beneath the E and B strings on frets 1-2, with very well rounded crowns and virtually no wear up the neck. All notes ring out clearly and the frets have lots of life and height left with no buzzing or dead spots. The original aluminum nut is present, with a width of 1 5/8" that's ideal for accurate lead work and easy chording. The original open back Kluson tuners are intact, and these machines feature original white plastic buttons, turning smoothly and holding pitch as they should.The electronics are stock, with original concentric CTS pots that date late 1963 and are still surrounded by the original flexible copper shielding. All solder joints are untouched and the concentric knobs are present, with the lower dials matching the color of the body (a particularly cool and unique Danelectro cosmetic touch!). Both lipstick pickups are original, with strong and balanced output. The copper nitro lacquer finish is bold and saturated on the body, with two tiny nicks on the bass side upper bout face of the instrument, and a light speckling of oxidation across the top of the guitar. The finish is 100% original with no touchups or overspray, and overall the guitar is in great shape, with the expected small nicks and scuffs mostly relegated to the edges of the body and back of the instrument from light, consistent use. There is also light wear around the edges of the headstock and body, and there are some small dings central to the neck profile behind frets 3-7, but nothing that affects playability in the slightest. The white vinyl that surrounds the body is particularly clean, with no notable discoloration, and only one notable scuff on the edge of the treble side horn.A modern hardshell case is included.
Please check out our shop "Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar" on the web, and feel free to call us directly with any questions at 206.399.8518.Shipping in the continental USA will be $60, fully insured and shipped via FedEx Ground. Expedited shipping available for an additional fee at buyer's request. We will happily ship WORLDWIDE, but please contact us for an accurate international shipping quote before bidding or buying, as cost varies by buyer location.
International orders will be declared as “merchandise,” and the value of merchandise will be declared as the amount paid. We cannot declare anything as a gift or for a lesser value. No exceptions! The customer is responsible for all taxes and duty, which may be collected upon delivery, as well as any additional charges involved with import.We do our best to describe all items with honesty and accuracy, but to be sure, please contact us with any questions or concerns prior to bidding or buying. We require payment within 48 hours of auction end. In the unlikely event of a return, buyer pays all shipping costs. Your positive feedback and five star ratings are very important to us, and we appreciate your communication in resolving any issues!
International orders will be declared as “merchandise,” and the value of merchandise will be declared as the amount paid. We cannot declare anything as a gift or for a lesser value. No exceptions! The customer is responsible for all taxes and duty, which may be collected upon delivery, as well as any additional charges involved with import.We do our best to describe all items with honesty and accuracy, but to be sure, please contact us with any questions or concerns prior to bidding or buying. We require payment within 48 hours of auction end. In the unlikely event of a return, buyer pays all shipping costs. Your positive feedback and five star ratings are very important to us, and we appreciate your communication in resolving any issues!