USED SPECIAL! Silvertone 1960s 1448 Electric Guitar in Black Sparkle - USD1448

USED SPECIAL! Silvertone 1960s 1448 Electric Guitar in Black Sparkle

Used 1960s Danelectro-made Silvertone with black sparkle finish, short scale feel and single lipstick pickup

This Silvertone 1448 Electric Guitar in Black Sparkle is a vintage Sears-era electric with unmistakable 1960s Danelectro character, compact playability and a bright, lively single-pickup sound. This used item has been fully tested and inspected to ensure reliable, enjoyable performance, making it a smart way to add a distinctive vintage guitar to your collection at a great value. Originally known as part of Silvertone’s famous amp-in-case concept, the 1448 pairs Masonite and wood construction with a short-scale neck, rosewood fretboard, single lipstick-style pickup and simple volume and tone controls. This guitar does not include a case, bag, or amp-in-case.

Features

The black sparkle finish gives this Silvertone 1448 its classic catalogue-era personality. Combined with the asymmetrical double-cutaway body, white pickguard, vinyl-style edge trim and distinctive in-line scoop headstock, it delivers the kind of retro visual appeal that makes 1960s Silvertone and Danelectro instruments so collectible.

The short-scale neck and 18-fret layout give the guitar an easy, compact feel that is comfortable for beginners, collectors, couch playing, recording and players who prefer a relaxed reach. A bolt-on neck and rosewood fretboard keep the feel familiar, while the lightweight body makes it easy to handle for long sessions.

The single lipstick-style pickup is a major part of the 1448 sound. It produces a clear, bright and punchy tone that works well for garage rock, blues, roots music, indie textures, slide parts and lo-fi recording. With just volume and tone controls, the layout is simple, direct and easy to dial in.

Vintage Danelectro-style construction gives the guitar a resonant, lively response. The adjustable metal bridge with rosewood saddle, metal nut and six-in-line tuners complete the period-correct feel, making this a charming vintage player with plenty of character.

Specifications

• Instrument Type: Electric Guitar
• Condition: Used
• Brand: Silvertone
• Model: 1448
• Era: 1960s
• Original Retailer: Sears, Roebuck and Company
• Manufacturer: Danelectro
• Country of Manufacture: USA
• Body Style: Asymmetrical double-cutaway
• Body Construction: Masonite and wood semi-hollow / solid-centre Danelectro-style construction
• Body Finish: Black sparkle / black silver flake
• Body Width: Approximately 13 inches
• Body Depth: Approximately 1 5/8 inches
• Neck Construction: Bolt-on
• Neck Material: Poplar
• Neck Reinforcement: Steel reinforced neck
• Fretboard Material: Rosewood
• Number of Frets: 18
• Scale Length: Approximately 23.5 to 24 inches, depending on reference
• Nut Width: Approximately 1.73 to 1.75 inches
• Nut Material: Metal
• Position Inlays: Dot inlays
• Pickup: Single lipstick-style single-coil pickup
• Pickup Configuration: Single pickup
• Controls: Master volume and master tone
• Pickguard: White Masonite-style pickguard
• Bridge: Fixed adjustable metal bridge with rosewood saddle
• Tuning Machines: Six-in-line tuners
• Recommended Use: Garage rock, blues, roots, indie, slide, lo-fi recording, vintage collection and retro electric guitar tones

Why you should choose this 1960s Silvertone 1448 Electric Guitar

The Silvertone 1448 Electric Guitar is a strong choice for players and collectors who want real 1960s catalogue-guitar charm, lightweight playability and the unmistakable tone of a lipstick-style pickup. Its black sparkle finish, short-scale feel and simple control layout make it fun, immediate and full of personality, while the Danelectro-made construction gives it a resonant voice that records beautifully. This Silvertone 1448 offers vintage Silvertone style and character making it a great choice for players who want the guitar itself as a unique and inspiring instrument.