Key Features
- Cult classic design of the 50s and 60s, with modern updates
- Classic lipstick single-coil pickups - identical to the originals
- Fully adjustable bridge, plus refined neck and fretwork
- Mahogany body and maple top
Silvertone 1303/U2 Electric Guitar, Black Overview
Vintage design. A classic throwback to the '50s. This 1303/U2 has been crafted to be as close as possible to the 1958 original. An exact lipstick profile. Single-coil pickup replicas. A shape that would inspire guitars for years to come.
Maintaining the 1303/U2's distinctive sound. It's finished with a fully-adjustable bridge and C-shape neck, for improved playability. This Silvertone 1303/U2 remains an accurate, authentic and stunning update of the original.
Product Ref: 61549
Full Description
View Full DescriptionReturn of a Classic
The original Silvertone 1303/U2 Electric Guitar was one of the original solid body guitars, and its signature twang inspired many musicians and future models. As the 1970s came, Silvertone fell out of style to more visually simplistic guitars, but the return came when garage rock bands such as The White Stripes and The Black Keys began playing similarly retro instruments. Later, the vintage Silvertones found themselves in the hands of Bon Iver, Beck, and Mark Knopfler. Now, the reissue brings an updated version with plenty of history to influence many more guitarists to come.
Throwback Design
This single cut shape is a timeless choice due to its simplicity, playability and attractive design. The sleek, fully black body would comfortably fit amongst guitars of any era and the headstock is designed with extra length and a slim profile. This classic, sophisticated guitar will be sure to turn heads with its name and history.
Classic Single Coil Lipstick Pickups
One of the most influential features of the original Silvertone 1303/U2 was the pickups’ single coil twang and spring. The tone was easily recognisable, and sought after by many blues and country artists, whilst the lipstick shape pushed forward the drive popular in up and coming rock music. The 1303 has identical replica pickups to the originals, so the crunchy, high signal sound is accessible to a whole new generation.
Updated, Refined Features
As brilliant as Silvertone guitars were, they lost favour for their inconsistent fretwork and necks. This reissue has resolved this problem with a modern C neck shape, and an all-round more reliable build quality to ensure your guitar gets all the right sorts of attention. The body is Mahogany whilst the top is Maple which keeps the tone deep and rich, with a twang at the top end for extra flare. A newly engineered neck joint will also help the guitar’s sustain. The 1303/U2 reissue also features a modernised, fully adjustable bridge to supply a thick, resonant tone.
Specifications
Body & Bridge
- Body Construction: Solid
- Body Material: Mahogany
- Finish: Black
- Bridge: Thru-Body Adjustable
Neck & Fingerboard
- Neck Material: Mahogany
- Neck Shape: 'C'
- Inlays: Pearl Dot
- Attachment: Bolt-on
- Truss Rod: Dual Action
- Binding: White
- Number of Frets: 21
- Fret Material: Nickel Silver
- Fingerboard: American Black Walnut
- Nut Material: PPS
Pickups & Hardware
- Pickups: Silvertone Lipstick Single Coil
- Controls: Stacked Volume (2), Tone (2)
- Switch: 3-Way Toggle
- Output Jack: 1/4" Mono
- Pickguard: Single Layer Clear
- Tuners: Sealed
- Finish: Chrome
Dimensions & Weight
- Overall Length: 949m (37-3/8")
- Scale Length: 635mm (25’’)
- Nut Width: 43mm (1-11/16")
- 12th Fret Width: 48mm (1-7/8")
- Fb Radius: 305mm (12")
- Weight: 2.5kg (7.68lbs)
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