Coral Electric Sitar by Danelectro
Authentic Psychedelic Sounds from the Golden Age of Rock
The legendary Coral Electric Sitar has returned, bringing with it the unmistakable buzzing drone and mystical tones that defined the psychedelic era. This faithful reissue of the famous 1960s original delivers authentic sitar sounds in a familiar electric guitar format, allowing players to effortlessly incorporate exotic Eastern textures into modern music without mastering a traditional sitar.
Classic Construction with Modern Refinements
Experience the unique musical character of this distinctive instrument:
Solid poplar body providing excellent resonance and manageable weight
Comfortable maple bolt-on neck with smooth-playing Pau Ferro fretboard
25.5" scale length with 21 frets for familiar playing experience
1.65" nut width offering standard electric guitar feel
White dot fretboard inlays maintaining the vintage aesthetic
Eye-catching crackle finish available in three striking colors: Red Crackle, Black Crackle, and White Crackle
Triple Lipstick Pickup Configuration
Enjoy versatile tonal options with distinctive Danelectro sound:
Three Alnico Lipstick single-coil pickups for maximum tonal flexibility
Classic Danelectro clarity enhanced by the unique sitar bridge
Combine pickups for varied textures from subtle to pronounced
Create everything from gentle sitar textures to full psychedelic drone
Authentic Sitar Bridge System
The heart of the Coral Electric Sitar is its specialized bridge:
Patented "buzz bridge" design that creates the authentic sitar sound
13 sympathetic "drone" strings that resonate with your playing
Familiar guitar playability with exotic sitar tonality
No special playing techniques required to achieve authentic sounds
Instantly Recognizable Sound and Style
The Coral Electric Sitar delivers the iconic sounds heard on countless classic recordings:
The psychedelic textures of late 60s rock and pop
The distinctive drone of classic Bollywood soundtracks
The exotic flavor of countless film scores and jazz fusion recordings
Instantly recognizable tones that cut through any mix
A Historical Icon Reborn
This faithful reissue honors the original Danelectro Coral Sitar that changed popular music in the 1960s, appearing on tracks by The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Stevie Wonder, and countless others. Now a new generation of musicians can explore these distinctive sounds without hunting for rare vintage originals.
Transport your music to new dimensions with the Coral Electric Sitar by Danelectro—where Eastern mysticism meets Western rock in perfect harmony.