Product Description:

Dive into the enchanting world of Eastern melodies with the Danelectro Baby Sitar. This unique instrument brings the captivating, mystical tones of the traditional sitar within the grasp of the everyday musician. Designed with a familiar six-string arrangement and 21-fret maple neck, it's tuned like a standard guitar, making the transition to this exotic instrument effortless.

The Baby Sitar features a Gotoh sitar bridge that creates the iconic buzzing sound, synonymous with sitar music. The single-coil lipstick pickup, a long-standing signature of Danelectro, delivers a round-twang that's perfect for both recording and live performance.

While its sound is exotic, the Danelectro Baby Sitar offers the comfort and playability of a standard guitar. And its unique body style and shape are sure to attract attention at any gig, keeping the audience intrigued and mesmerized.

Key Features:

• Classic electric sitar sounds, with traditional guitar playability
• Features six strings tuned in standard guitar tuning
• Vintage-styled and voiced Lipstick pickup delivers classic Danelectro sound
• Gotoh Sitar bridge creates the iconic buzzing sound
• Vintage-style aluminum nut
• Volume and tone controls
• Neck: Maple
• Frets: 21
• Hardware: Chrome
• Strings: .009 - .042 electric guitar strings
• Color: Vintage Sunburst

Product specs

FAQs

What kind of sound can I expect from the Danelectro Baby Sitar?

The Danelectro Baby Sitar delivers a unique, exotic sound reminiscent of 1960s music, thanks to its distinctive sitar bridge and lipstick single-coil pickup. It offers a twangy, resonant tone that emulates traditional sitar sounds while maintaining the playability of an electric guitar.

Is the Danelectro Baby Sitar suitable for beginners?

Yes, the Danelectro Baby Sitar is suitable for beginners who are interested in exploring unique sounds. Its electric guitar-like playability and standard tuning make it accessible for those familiar with guitar, while offering a novel sound experience.

What is the neck profile of the Danelectro Baby Sitar?

The Danelectro Baby Sitar features a C-shaped maple neck, providing a comfortable grip for most players. This neck profile is well-suited for a variety of playing styles, making it easy to transition from standard guitar playing.

How does the Danelectro Baby Sitar differ from a traditional sitar?

Unlike a traditional sitar, which has numerous sympathetic strings and a complex tuning system, the Danelectro Baby Sitar has six steel strings and is tuned like a standard guitar. This makes it more accessible to guitarists while capturing the sitar's characteristic sound through its unique bridge design.

Does the Danelectro Baby Sitar require a special case?

The Danelectro Baby Sitar does not come with a case, so purchasing a compatible electric guitar case separately is recommended to protect the instrument during transport and storage.