Danelectro Vintage 12-String Electric Guitar in Gloss Black

Danelectro came storming back in the late ’90s with all their wonderfully oddball, retro charm — and they’ve not just been coasting on nostalgia since. They’ve taken everything that made those original designs so cool and given them a proper modern twist. If you’re on the hunt for an affordable 12‑string electric guitar that oozes character and stands out from the crowd, this one should be right up your street!

Shorthorn hollowbody mojo

The Danelectro Vintage 12-String proudly wears Danelectro’s iconic Shorthorn shape, complete with that lightweight hollow construction that gives it its airy, lively feel. There’s also the elegant “S” sound hole, which not only looks the part but adds a bit more resonance and openness to the tone. In short, it’s bright and shimmery unplugged or through an amp — exactly what you’d want from a 12‑string axe.

Lipstick pickup jangle

Loaded with a pair of ’56 Vintage Lipstick single-coils, this thing absolutely delivers the classic Dano chime. We’re talking sparkly top end, jangly mids and enough body to stop things sounding thin. It’s that unmistakable tone you’ve heard on countless vintage pop and rock records. Plus, you’ve got a simple three-way selector for neck, bridge or both pickups together, as well as master volume and tone controls.

Easy-going vintage feel

With a 25" scale length and 21 frets, the Danelectro Vintage 12-String feels super comfy in the hands while still giving you a snappy response. The bolt-on neck adds a bit of punch and definition too, so your chord work and melodic lines really shine through.

Spot-on intonation

As any 12‑string player will tell you, keeping everything in tune and sounding sweet up the neck can be a challenge. Thankfully, this one’s got a fully adjustable 12‑string bridge to sort you out. It lets you dial in each string pair properly, so chords stay clear and musical rather than turning into mush.

• 12-string shimmer: This guitar dishes out huge, airy choral tones that fill the room — perfect for dreamy soundscapes, classic rock textures and anything that needs a touch of celestial magic!
• Hollowbody design: Lightweight and lively, the hollow construction adds a natural resonance and openness to your sound. It gives chords extra depth and that lovely blooming quality when you dig in.
• ’56 Vintage Lipstick pickups: Danelectro’s legendary single-coils, delivering all that classic chime and jangly character that cuts effortlessly through a busy mix.
• Fully adjustable bridge: Dial in your setup with ease thanks to precise height and intonation adjustment, keeping every string pair sounding clear and in tune up the neck.

Body

• Body Shape: Shorthorn
• Body Material: Poplar Frame with Masonite Top & Back
• Body Construction: Hollow with “S” Sound Hole
• Body Finish: Gloss

Neck

• Neck Material: Maple
• Neck Joint: Bolt-On
• Fingerboard Material: Pau Ferro
• Fingerboard Inlays: White Dot
• Number of Frets: 21
• Nut: Aluminium
• Headstock: “Coke Bottle”
• Truss Rod: Double Action
• Scale Length: 25” (635 mm)

Hardware

• Bridge: Fully Adjustable 12-String
• Tuners: Vintage-Style
• Hardware Colour: Chrome

Electronics

• Pickups: ’56 Vintage Lipstick Single-Coils
• Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone
• Pickup Selector: 3-Way Toggle Switch