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Sweetwater
4.5 (12)
$849.00
Reverb
$2,100.00 2 available Used
Thomann
4.3 (17)
$869.00 $863.00 $6.00 · All time low

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Description

Introducing the Coral Sitar, a legendary instrument that carries the soul of the iconic Danelectro Sitar from the 1960s. This meticulously reissued sitar is a feast for both the eyes and ears with its exotic sounds and striking red crackle finish. This instrument doesn't just play music, it takes you on a journey filled with vibrant and hypnotizing melodies that have inspired countless hits.

The Coral Sitar is not just about the sounds; it is designed for comfort and ease of use. With a standard 6-string guitar tuning, it is easy and fun to play for musicians familiar with traditional guitars. This sitar thrives on innovation and experimentation, a true reflection of the era from which it originates. It is not just a musical instrument but a piece of history that adds an authentic and unique flavor to your music.

Key Features:

  • Meticulous reissue of the famous Danelectro Sitar from the 1960s
  • Features a set of 3 single-coil lipstick pickups (bridge, neck, and mini-harp) with individual volume and tone controls for a wide range of sound customization
  • Equipped with Pickup Blend control for added versatility
  • Comes fitted with a Gotoh Sitar bridge
  • Features a bolt-on maple neck with a comfortable C profile
  • Pau ferro fingerboard with 21 frets for a smooth playing experience
  • Standard 24.75-inch scale length
  • Comes with reliable die-cast tuners
  • Includes a dual-action truss rod.
Gitarrenhacks Georg Maier

Gitarrenhacks Georg Maier

Danelectro Coral Sitar into VOX AC30

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Danelectro Coral Sitar into VOX AC30

Gitarrenhacks Georg Maier

Gitarrenhacks Georg Maier

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Danelectro Electric Sitar Guitar - Demo & Review - Coral Sitar Guitar Reissue

Darren Lock Music

Darren Lock Music

Video thumbnail for Coral Sitar from 1968  presented by Vintage Guitar Oldenburg and Tobias Hoffmann. by Vintage Guitar Oldenburg

Coral Sitar from 1968 presented by Vintage Guitar Oldenburg and Tobias Hoffmann.

Vintage Guitar Oldenburg

Vintage Guitar Oldenburg

Video thumbnail for Coral Sitar, made by Danelectro (1968) played by Brad Allen Williams by Retrofret Vintage Guitars

Coral Sitar, made by Danelectro (1968) played by Brad Allen Williams

Retrofret Vintage Guitars

Retrofret Vintage Guitars

Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Coral Sitar.

Features and functionality

  • The Ravish Sitar pedal by Electro Harmonix replicates sitar sounds and is recommended for budget-conscious musicians seeking practicality.

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  • Acoustic-electric sitars remain elusive, prompting users to consider mic setups for recording acoustic sitars instead.

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Comparisons

  • Danelectro's Baby Sitar model is frequently compared to traditional sitars for its accessible sound, although it's noted for limited online availability.

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  • Coral sitar guitars, including Vincent Bell models, are often compared to traditional sitars, with vintage models being pricier due to their unique sound and historical value.

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  • Users note that the sitar’s resonating strings create a multi-instrument illusion, distinguishing it from instruments like the veena which lack these strings.

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Use cases and applications

  • Musicians seeking exotic sounds without complex setups often consider electric sitars or pedals for simplified playability.

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  • Owners suggest sitar guitars for blending sitar-like tones in Western musical settings, particularly when jamming with electric guitar and drums.

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  • Sitar guitars are favored for sampling in electronic music, offering a distinct timbre that complements synths and other electronic elements.

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Value and pricing

  • Danelectro Baby Sitars are priced around $500, with availability fluctuations noted at major retailers like Guitar Center and Reverb.

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See how Rory Gallagher uses Coral Sitar

Rory Gallagher

Guitarist, Singer

Taste

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Donal Gallagher: Rory had written the track ‘Philby’ about the Cold War and was keen to have some mysterious Eastern flavour on the track. The answer lay in having the sitar guitar to get a kind of balalaika effect, but Coral had only made 50 of these guitars and we only knew where 5 of them were. Fortunately Pete Townsend had one so we rented it from him for the sessions, which Rory loved. After the recordings we were due to go on tour and Rory was faced with the problem of duplicating the sound in a live setting. Of course Pete was happy to hire us the same one but it would have been very expensive considering how long Rorys tours were. As it turned out I was in the US for a few days and I picked up a flyer for a guitar trading company in New Jersey. The had a Coral on sale for $1500, which worked out much cheaper than hiring one for a whole tour.

source: http://www.rorygallagher.com/#/archives/guitars/coral_sitar

In the video Rory Gallagher is performing at Rockpalast in 1982, playing the song Philby.

See how Pat Metheny uses Coral Sitar

Pat Metheny

Guitarist, Bassist

Pat Metheny Group

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"The electric sitar was an instrument that i had used to color various tracks for the previous few years - and I wanted to write something that would feature it as a lead voice for an entire tune. Trains, ans the sounds of trains, are familiar and important to me; the Missouri Pacific Line was just outside the window of the house I grew up in, and the sound of distant trains was a constant counterpoint to growing up in Lee's Summit. This tune was without a bridge for a long time - finally just before we recorded it, the bridge came, shown here in this book with the excellent vocal counterline that Lyle came up with for the arrangement of the tune that appears on the record." . Pat Metheny about the Coral Electric Sitar and the tune "Last Train Home"on the Pat Metheny Songbook (Hal Leonard). . Last Train Home - 1986, Waltham, Mass. Recorded on the album Still Life (Talking) 1986

See how Nile Rodgers uses Coral Sitar

Nile Rodgers

Singer, Guitarist

Mark Knopfler’s Guitar Heroes

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Critically-acclaimed guitarist and producer, Nile Roders, posted this photo on his official Twitter page. In the shot, he is playing a coral sitar, made by Danelectro.

The tweet reads: " Paying tribute to arranging genius Thom Bell on our track "Queen" w/ Coral Electric Sitar #oldschool vibe."

See how Dean Ween uses Coral Sitar

Dean Ween

Guitarist

Ween

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Verified via YouTube

At 0:15 you can see it with the rest of his guitars

See how John McGeoch uses Coral Sitar

John McGeoch

Guitarist

Siouxsie & the Banshees

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John played a Coral Sitar on the 28 September 1980 concert in Ancienne Belgique (Brussels) as can be seen here on photos by Philippe Carly.

See how Steve Miller uses Coral Sitar

Steve Miller

Singer, Guitarist

Steve Miller Band

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Steve Miller can be seen playing Coral vincent bell sitar guitar in this post. According to this post, he played the guitar when playing 'Wild Mountain Honey'.

See how Buck Dharma uses Coral Sitar

Buck Dharma

Singer, Guitarist

Blue Öyster Cult

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In an interview on earofnewt.com, Buck Dharma of Blue Oyster Cult discusses his use of the 1968 Coral Electric Sitar.

See how Ángel Parra uses Coral Sitar

Ángel Parra

Guitarist, Composer

Los Tres

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Verified via Instagram

In the video, Ángel Parra is seen playing the Coral Sitar, which he mentions is a new acquisition and has not yet been used in live performances. The proof is provided by his Instagram post, where he thanks @alvaro_henriquez_pettinelli and @montoyamoraga for helping him obtain the instrument. He expresses excitement about the new sounds, tunings, and textures it offers.

See how Craig Ross uses Coral Sitar

Craig Ross

Guitarist

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Verified via YouTube

Craig Ross uses a Coral Sitar on Lenny Kravitz's "Raise Vibration" track "It's Enough." This usage is evident in the YouTube video uploaded by Andrzej Latawiec. Additionally, the Coral Sitar is featured on the "Mama Said" track "It Ain't Over 'Till It's Over."

See how Bob Mothersbaugh uses Coral Sitar

Bob Mothersbaugh

Guitarist

Devo

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Verified via Premierguitar

Bob states in this interview that his first guitar was a Coral Sitar.

See how George Kooymans uses Coral Sitar

George Kooymans

Singer, Guitarist

Golden Earring

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Verified via Photo

In this pic you can spot the Coral Sitar in the hands of George

See how John Jorgenson uses Coral Sitar

John Jorgenson

Guitarist

Mark Knopfler’s Guitar Heroes

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Verified via Premierguitar

This PG article lists the gear John Jorgensen used on the CD titled „Gifts from the flood”. The list includes this item too.

Used With

Based on how musicians on Equipboard use Coral Sitar, it is most commonly used with the following gear.

Gibson SG
Gibson SG Solid Body Electric Guitars
2
Fender Precision Bass
Fender Precision Bass Electric Basses
2
RMI Lark
RMI Lark Organs
1
ARP Pro Soloist
ARP Pro Soloist Synthesizers
1
Wurlitzer 200A
Wurlitzer 200A Vintage & Electric Pianos
1
Fender Custom Shop Stratocaster
Fender Custom Shop Stratocaster Solid Body Electric Guitars
1
Gibson L-7
Gibson L-7 Semi-Hollowbody Electric Guitars
1

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similar sound cheaper alternative

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Eastwood Breadwinner Electric Sitar

 

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See also: Sitars, Coral, Coral Sitars

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