The Danelectro Dead On ’58 Longhorn Bass revives the legendary 1958 classic with a perfect blend of vintage aesthetics and modern performance. Its bold longhorn cutaway body design ensures effortless access across the fretboard, making it as comfortable as it is eye-catching. Outfitted with the original swivel rosewood bridge and Danelectro’s iconic Lipstick pickups, it delivers punchy, articulate, and versatile bass tones that stand out in any mix. With its retro charm and professional-grade playability, the Dead On ’58 Longhorn is an essential choice for bassists who want style, tone, and heritage all in one instrument.

Features 

• Classic Longhorn short-scale bass design with vintage tone and style
• Deep horn cutaways provide easy access to all 24 frets
• Danelectro Lipstick pickups deliver classic single-coil sound with strong output
• 29.75-inch scale length produces a round, warm bass response
• Dual-action truss rod ensures long-lasting neck stability
• Vintage-style pau ferro saddle enhances traditional tone and feel
• Aluminum string nut offers clear and defined note articulation
• Stacked volume and tone knobs give precise control over your sound

Specifications 

General

• Number of Strings: 4
• Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed
• Body Shape: Longhorn Doublecut

Body

• Body Material: Hardboard/Plywood
• Body Finish: Gloss Polyester
• Color: Black

Neck

• Neck Material: Maple
• Neck Shape: C
• Fingerboard Material: Pau Ferro
• Fingerboard Inlay: Dots
• Radius: 14″
• Number of Frets: 24
• Scale Length: 29.75″
• Nut Width: 1.650″
• Nut Material: Aluminum

Hardware

• Bridge/Tailpiece: Traditional with Pau Ferro Saddle
• Tuners: Die-cast

Electronics

• Neck Pickup: Lipstick Single-coil
• Bridge Pickup: Lipstick Single-coil
• Controls: 2 x stacked volume, 2 x stacked tone