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by selectomatic » Fri Apr 27, 2018 6:42 pm
Within the weird, alternate universe of Danelectro, Longhorns are a tiny world of their own. The Guitarlin (i.e., Link's version) must be one of the most novel guitar concepts ever, with its 31-fret range, lipstick pickups, and a body so cut-down that there's almost nothing left at all. Then there was the awesome-sounding baritone version, the three-pickup guitar, and a bass (probably the most ubiquitous of all Longhorn variants). They've never attracted a huge following, but I think the Korean-made circa 2000 Danelectros are quite underrated guitars.
I have the exact same model as you, so I won't bother posting a pic of it, but I agree with you about the clean tones of the lipsticks and the variety of tonal options. Mine would get more playing time, but the body shape and extreme compactness of the guitar make it, as you said, awkward to play. On the other hand, it weighs practically nothing, and the gonzo double cutaways make for great upper fret access. And, of course, the biggest selling point is the Link Wray seal of approval; a Link CD with a picture of a Longhorn is what made me want to play guitar in the first place. Congrats on your latest example of Nathan Daniel mad geniusness!
