Hagstrom Kent mid-1960s - Red

For sale is a mid-1960s Hagström Kent Bass, built in Älvdalen, Sweden around 1964–1965.
This is an original Swedish Hagström bass from the golden era of the brand — lightweight, short-scale, and full of vintage character.

The Kent bass is closely related to the Hagström Futurama bass line and is now increasingly sought after by players and collectors looking for authentic European 60s instruments.

Condition

• All electronics fully functional
• Pickups sound clear and punchy
• Original slider switches working (tone / mute)
• Neck is straight and playable
• Frets in good condition for age

Cosmetically, the bass shows honest vintage wear, consistent with a 60-year-old instrument:

• Light finish wear and patina
• Minor marks and signs of use
• No structural damage

No breaks, no repairs, no refinishing.

Originality

• Original finish
• Original pickups
• Original pickguard and control plate
• Original slider switches
• Original tuners
• Zero fret intact

Specs

• Made in Sweden (Älvdalen)
• Approx. 1964–1965
• Short-scale bass
• Solid body
• Bolt-on neck with zero fret
• Two single-coil pickups
• Slider switches (tone / mute)
• Lightweight and very comfortable to play

Why it’s special

Swedish Hagström basses from the mid-60s are becoming harder to find in original, fully working condition.
This is not a museum piece, it’s an honest, playable vintage bass with real mojo, perfect for:

• Studio work
• Indie / garage / psych / surf
• Players who want something different from Fender
• Collectors of European vintage instruments