Trogir, Croatia
About this listing
Up for sale is a beautiful, highly authentic vintage German-made Höfner 500/1 Violin Bass, dating between late 1965 and 1967. This iconic instrument delivers the unmistakable, woody, thumping low-end acoustic resonance made famous by Paul McCartney and the British Invasion era. This bass features classic mid-60s specifications, including the highly desirable Type 511B "Staple" pickups, a two-piece adjustable wooden bridge, and the large gold control panel with cream teardrop knobs. Cosmetics: Beautiful vintage condition with honest play wear. The original nitrocellulose finish shows gorgeous natural checking and patina expected of a 60-year-old instrument. No structural breaks or major wood repairs.Electronics: Equipped with original staple pickups. All original switches (Bass On, Treble On, Rhythm/Solo) and volume potentiometers are present.Specifications:Year: circa 1965–1967Model: 500/1 Violin BassCountry of Origin: West GermanyPickups: Original Hofner Type 511B "Staple" HumbuckersControls: Solo/Rhythm switch, Bass/Treble switches, 2x VolumeFinish: Original Sunburst / Honey BurstCase: Original case includedPlease review the detailed photos carefully to assess the cosmetic condition. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or need specific photos before purchasing!
Price€3,250
+ €100 Shipping
