The Real-Deal Garage Rock Machine
Straight from the mid-60s, this Silvertone 1457 is a pure, uncut slice of vintage American tone. Famously built by Danelectro for the Sears catalog, these guitars became secret weapons for artists like Beck, Jack White, and countless others who craved their unique, gritty voice. This isn’t a reissue—it’s the real deal, with all the vibe and resonance that only decades of history can impart. Plug it in, and you’re instantly transported to the raw, electric energy of early rock and roll.
Iconic Lipstick Pickups
Here’s the source of the magic. The dual lipstick tube pickups deliver a sound that’s utterly distinct. The neck pickup is surprisingly warm and glassy, perfect for smoky blues runs and open chords that bloom. The bridge pickup has all the snarl and bite you need to cut through a mix, serving up twangy, aggressive tones that defined the garage rock sound. In the middle position, you get a beautiful, almost vocal-like hollowed-out tone that’s perfect for rhythm work.
Featherweight Tone-Chambered Body
Don’t let the solid-body look fool you. These guitars were built with a poplar or pine frame and a Masonite top and back—a semi-hollow construction that makes the guitar incredibly lightweight and resonant. You can feel the whole thing vibrate against you as you play. This example, in its classic Cherryburst finish, shows off that unique construction and is in fantastic shape for its age.
