Danelectro U2
The Danelectro U2 is a dual-pickup hollow bodied guitar made of Masonite and shaped similar to a Les Paul model guitar.
It was originally made from the years 1956 to 1958 but was re-issued in the late 90's and again in 2004 albeit in a slightly modified form (See 56 Pro).
The sound of a U2 is distinctive of the Danelectro guitar, coming from its lipstick pickups which when both selected are wired in series rather than the more standard parallel used today by most big brands.
Construction materials used by Danelectro in this period are quite unusual for guitar making. The U2's body is made of a poplar wood frame with Masonite used for both the top and back and finally the body is bound with creme coloured vinyl.[1]
References
- ^ "Vintage Guitar Info: Danelectro, Silvertone, Coral". Retrieved 5 June.
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External links
DanGuitars — Buy Danelectro guitars and parts.
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