Hofner is a brand that manufactures distinctive instruments, such as the so-called "violin bass."

It's known that musicians like Paul McCartney were avid users of their basses.

This is a 1967 500/1, a representative model of the brand.

The pot date is 227, indicating 1967.

The age was also determined from the pickup specifications.

The body top is spruce, and the body back is maple.

The neck is maple, and the fingerboard is rosewood.

These are specifications not found in Fender-style basses.

The pickups are original.

The tuning machines have been replaced, but the rest of the instrument appears to be original.

The combination of the light, rubbery sound of the neck pickup and the clear, articulate sound of the bridge pickup is a unique charm of this style of instrument.

The short scale, the comfortable playability thanks to the hollow body, and the beautifully enhanced string vibrations are surely why the violin bass captivates artists.

Don't miss this opportunity!

The frets have approximately 80% remaining.

The truss rod is in good condition.

The neck is in good condition.

The body and paintwork show signs of use, with dents and scratches. There are many cracks. There is a paint crack near the neck end. It does not reach the wood and does not affect playability.

The electronics are in good condition.

The tuning machines have been replaced, and the original screw holes are exposed.

The space for the 4th string at the bridge is narrow, making string changes difficult.

Controls: Neck pickup volume, Rhythm/Solo switch, Bass ON switch, Treble ON switch, Bridge pickup volume
Nut width: 40.2mm
String spacing at bridge: 14.0mm
Scale length: 30.5 inches
Year of manufacture: 1967
Country of manufacture: Germany

Delivered after being adjusted for easy playability by GIB craftsmen.

Accessories: Soft case

Text: Ryoma Terao

Inspection 담당: Hirayama

Product photos: Wakatsuki

GIB 3-month warranty included

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Instruments purchased from our store are eligible for lifetime free "string vibration setup" (normally ¥4,400). (Reservation required)

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The warranty period is 3 months for used items and 1 year for new items.

Please note that the following cases will incur a charge even within the warranty period:

* Malfunctions and damage caused by transportation, movement, dropping, etc.

* Replacement of consumables.

* Malfunctions and damage caused by fire, earthquake, salt damage, gas damage, or abnormal voltage.

* Malfunctions and damage caused by handling contrary to the precautions described in the instruction manual.

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* If the warranty card does not have your name, model name, serial number, etc. filled in, or if the text has been altered.

* If the warranty card is not presented or is lost.

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