Danelectro - 60 Baby Sitar - Brown Burst
The electric sitar is often considered a novelty instrument that’s useful only for corny Indian music simulations, but songs like Steely Dan’s “Do It Again” and Van Halen’s “Primary” prove it can be a very inspiring alternative to the usual six-string solution. The reason more guitarists haven’t explored the sonic possibilities of the electric sitar is that original Sixties examples are rare and expensive, and newer reissues cost more than most guitarists want to pay for something that probably won’t be their main ax.
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The Nantel Verdict
The Nantel Verdict
Solid tonewood construction for rich, resonant tone improving with age. Responsive top rewarding dynamic playing and fingerstyle technique. Natural acoustic voice connecting player to music without electronic barrier. Quality construction built for years of regular playing.
Play this guitar unplugged as much as possible - the solid wood top needs vibration to open up and mature. Daily playing accelerates this beautifully.
At this level, you get tonewoods and craftsmanship that serve you from practice through performance. An instrument that grows with you and rewards the time you invest.
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Add the Unique Sound of a Sitar to Your Rig
You don't have to invest in a real sitar to add that haunting, droning Eastern flavor to your music — get the Danelectro Baby Sitar. With its familiar six-string configuration and 21-fret maple neck, and tuned like a standard guitar, you'll be able to translate your playing skills without a steep learning curve. Featuring a Gotoh sitar bridge and a single-coil lipstick pickup, the Baby Sitar delivers the enchanting sitar sound in an electric instrument that's ready to record and perform. Whether you only use it for one song, or the basis for an entire project, you definitely need to check out the Danelectro Baby Sitar.Exotic sounds with a familiar feel
While the Danelectro Baby Sitar serves up exotic sounds, it has a familiar feel that won't interfere with your playing style. Sure, if you want it to sound more authentic you'll need to learn a new scale or two and a few ornamentations, but this 6-string instrument is tuned to standard guitar tuning making it easy, and fun, to play. Grab a Danelectro Baby Sitar and discover the new sounds and new music that await.Classic single-coil Lipstick tones
Like the original Danelectros, the Baby Sitar sports a single-coil lipstick pickup. The lipstick pickup gives you the classic Danelectro round-twang that fits great in any recording or live mix. And since lipstick pickups were originally built by Danelectro, you can assume they know a thing or two about bringing you great lipstick tone.Unique looks and sound
The unique and cool sounds of the Danelectro Baby Sitar are sure to turn heads at any gig. And its uncommon body style and shape are sure to garner attention too. People will come up and ask you what it is wherever you go. While most guitars get a quick glance and then people walk off, the Danelectro Baby Sitar is sure to keep the audience mesmerized and intrigued.Danelectro Baby Sitar Features:
- Classic electric sitar sounds, with traditional guitar playability
- Features six strings tuned in standard guitar tuning
- Vintage-styled and voiced Lipstick pickup delivers classic Danelectro sound
- Gotoh Sitar bridge creates the iconic buzzing sound
- Vintage-style aluminum nut
- Volume and tone controls
| Type | Electric |
| String Type | Steel |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Body Shape | Sitar |
| Color | Brown Burst |
| Finish | Gloss Polyester |
| Body Material | Hardboard/Plywood |
| Neck Material | Maple |
| Neck Shape | C |
| Fingerboard Material | Pau Ferro |
| Fingerboard Inlay | Dots |
| Number of Frets | 21 |
| Scale Length | 24.75" |
| Nut Material | Aluminum |
| Nut Width | 1.650" |
| Bridge Material | Gotoh Sitar |
| Tuners | Die-cast |
| Hardware | Chrome |
| Electronics | Lipstick Single-coil, 1 x master volume, 1 x master tone, 1 x pickup blend |
| Strings | D'Addario, 10s |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SW BABY SITAR |
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