Silvertone 1446 TBK Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar in Gloss Black

The Silvertone 1446 TBK revives one of the most sought-after catalogue guitars of the 1960s in a sleek Gloss Black finish, pairing authentic vintage character with thoughtful modern upgrades. With its chambered, centre-block semi-hollow construction, era-correct mini humbuckers and a fast, comfortable neck, this is a stylish workhorse that feels instantly familiar yet ready for contemporary stages and studios.

Originally beloved by session players and collectors for its unique voice, the 1446 returns with a refined playing feel and improved stability, while staying true to the look and sound that made the original a cult classic. From chiming cleans and woody jazz tones to gritty blues and classic rock, the 1446 TBK delivers a wide, expressive tonal palette in a guitar that is inspiring to pick up and hard to put down.

Vintage Semi-Hollow Soul, Modern Reliability

The single-cutaway, chambered arched maple body with a solid centre block gives you the airy resonance and natural warmth of a semi-hollow, with the focus and feedback control of a solidbody. That centre block helps increase sustain and clarity at higher volumes, making the 1446 TBK equally at home on intimate club gigs and loud, driven stages.

Comfortable Soft C Neck and Easy-Playing Frets

A 24 ¾ inch scale mahogany neck with a modern soft C taper offers a familiar, hand-filling feel without being bulky. Paired with a 12 inch radius rosewood fingerboard and Silvertone Easy Feel ball end frets, you get smooth bends, clean chord work and fast runs with minimal effort, ideal for players who move between rhythm and lead throughout a set.

Era-Correct Wilkinson Mini Humbuckers

At the heart of the 1446 TBK are Wilkinson R Series mini humbuckers, meticulously modelled on the rare original P19 pickups. Using period-correct Alnico V magnets and carefully matched windings, they deliver a blend of warmth, clarity and harmonic detail that cuts through a mix without harshness, making them perfect for articulate cleans, crunchy rhythm parts and singing lead lines.

Classic Hardware and Timeless Aesthetic

The combination of a traditional Trapeze tailpiece and Tune o matic style bridge provides a stable, responsive platform with a distinctly vintage look. Vintage spec Cupcake control knobs, a single ply cream pickguard and chrome hardware complete the classic silhouette, while the Gloss Black finish gives the guitar a sophisticated, stage ready presence.

• Chambered Arched Maple Body with Centre Block - The semi-hollow construction with a solid centre block offers the best of both worlds: open, resonant tone with enhanced sustain and reduced feedback. This makes the 1446 TBK ideal for players who need rich, characterful sounds that stay controlled at gigging volumes.
• Wilkinson R Series Mini Humbuckers - These era accurate mini humbuckers capture the essence of the original 1446 sound, with warm lows, clear highs and a sweet midrange presence. Their articulate response lets every nuance of your playing shine through, whether you are fingerpicking, comping jazz chords or driving an amp into classic overdrive.
• 24 ¾ Inch Soft C Mahogany Neck - The comfortable soft C profile and familiar scale length make the neck feel instantly playable, encouraging longer sessions with less fatigue. Combined with the 12 inch radius rosewood fingerboard and Easy Feel frets, it supports everything from smooth vibrato to precise, fast lead work.
• Vintage Inspired Hardware and Controls - A classic Trapeze tailpiece, Tune o matic style bridge and vintage spec Cupcake knobs deliver both style and substance. You get reliable tuning stability and precise control over your sound, all wrapped in a look that pays homage to the original 1960s design.

Body

• Body Construction: Single cutaway semi hollow with centre block
• Body Wood: Arched maple
• Pickguard: Single ply cream
• Colour: Gloss Black

Neck

• Neck Wood: Mahogany
• Neck Shape: Soft C
• Scale Length: 24 ¾ inch
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Fingerboard Radius: 12 inch
• Frets: 20 Silvertone Easy Feel ball end frets
• Fingerboard Inlays: Pearloid block

Hardware

• Bridge: Tune o matic style
• Tailpiece: Classic Trapeze
• Hardware Finish: Chrome
• Control Knobs: Vintage spec Cupcake

Electronics

• Pickups: Wilkinson R Series original spec mini humbucking pickups
• Controls: Two volume and two tone controls
• Pickup Switching: 3 way lever switch