Sound Pure's Take

Condition: Used, Excellent

SP Luthier Notes: This instrument has been carefully inspected and, if necessary, serviced by our certified luthier to ensure it is in excellent playing condition.

This quirky and vibey copper Silvertone U-1 is a marvelous piece of mid-century Americana that serves up an unmistakable garage-rock aesthetic and charming lo-fi character. Built with its signature lightweight semi-hollow construction, this ultra-light five-pound treasure rings out with a snappy, acoustic bounce even before you plug it in. The short 23.5-inch scale length combined with a smooth rosewood fingerboard offers an effortlessly fun and accessible feel across the frets. Anchored by an authentic middle-position lipstick tube pickup, this retro icon delivers plenty of that bright, twangy chime and raw, organic bite favored by indie and blues legends alike. From the iconic aluminum nut and clear plexi pickguard to the simple, intuitive two-knob control layout, every design detail radiates vintage coolness. Housed safely in a protective gig bag, this distinct classic is ready to inject a blast of nostalgic energy into your sonic arsenal today!

Model: U-1

Color: Copper

Scale Length: 23.5"

Nut Material: Aluminum

Fingerboard: Rosewood

Middle Pickup: Lipstick

Controls: Volume, Tone

Pickguard: Clear

Case: Gig bag

Weight: 5lbs 10oz

Warranty

This item is sold without the Sound Pure 3-year warranty (used / B-stock / dealer-exempt). Coverage terms for items in this category live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.

Returns

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Sound Pure Studios Control Room A — Durham, NC

Sound Pure Studios · Durham, NC

Come hear it in our control rooms.

Sound Pure is a working studio in Durham, NC — a 1,000 sq ft live room and two pro control rooms. Book a session to audition gear in a world-class acoustic space before you buy.

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