Classic Danelectro Design

• Inspired by the iconic 1959 double-cutaway “shorthorn” body shape.
• Vintage look with a stylish black finish.

12-String Chime & Sparkle

• Rich, shimmering 12-string tone ideal for jangle-pop, folk, rock, and ambient styles.
• Naturally bright, airy sound signature that Danelectro guitars are known for.

Lightweight & Comfortable

• Semi-hollow Masonite/plywood body construction keeps it lightweight.
• Easy to play for long sessions—excellent balance and comfort.

Dual Lipstick Pickups

• Classic Danelectro Lipstick® single-coils for clear, articulate tone.
• Delivers both vintage warmth and cutting top-end sparkle.

Smooth & Stable Neck

• Maple neck with rosewood fingerboard for comfort and playability.
• Narrow neck profile suits 12-string players looking for fast, smooth action.

Vintage-Correct Hardware

• Adjustable bridge for accurate intonation across all 12 strings.
• Classic stacked volume/tone knobs for each pickup (dual concentric controls).

Exceptional Value

• Retro character with modern reliability.
• Ideal for studio recording, live performances, and adding texture to arrangements.

• Body shape: Double-cutaway “Shorthorn” / double-cut design. 

• Body type/construction: Semi-hollow (Masonite top and back over plywood/poplar frame, with centre block). 

• Body material: Masonite (top & back) / poplar or plywood frame. 

• Neck: Bolt-on neck construction. 

• Neck wood: Maple (with a double-acting truss rod).

• Fretboard/fingerboard: Rosewood (or equivalent) fretboard. 

• Scale length: 25 inches (≈ 635 mm). 

• Number of frets: 21. 

• Nut width: approx. 1.65–1.77 inches (varies slightly by listing). 

• Neck shape/profile: “C”-shaped neck.

• Bridge: Fixed / traditional bridge — often described as a “swivel” or adjustable bridge for intonation. 

• Tuners / Machine heads: 3-on-a-side sealed tuners. 

• Strings: 12 strings (standard 12-string electric configuration). 

• Pickups: Two “Lipstick®” single-coil pickups (neck + bridge). 

• Controls: Master volume and master tone control (some descriptions mention a 3-way pickup selector). 

• Pickup configuration / Selector: SS (single-coil + single-coil) with a 3-way toggle pickup selector. 

• Hardware finish: Nickel/chrome hardware (tuners, bridge, etc.). 

• Finish (common for DC59BLK-12): Black (though the model may come in other colours too). 

• Typical weight (approx.): ~ 3.08 kg (≈ 6.78 lb). 

• Origin / Construction country: Often made in Korea (for re-issue models).