Otherwise known as the Violin Bass or Beatle Bass the 500/1 Bass guitar has been produced by Hofner from 1956 up to the present day. Used, then and now, by a gentleman called Sir Paul McCartney.

Made in Germany this 1970 model is all original and is in really great condition considering it is almost 55 years old. The bass does have some minor marks on the body and a little play wear on the neck – see last 9 pictures.

The features of this ‘70 500/1 bass include Van Ghent “pyramid” tuners with plastic buttons, Gold Hofner lacquered headstock logo and of course the fabulous sounding Hofner Blade pickups. Comes complete with vintage violin bass hard shell case.

Shipping within mainland UK using fully insured 24-hour courier service @ £35.00.

Shipping to US/Canada is £185.00.

Customers outside of UK should contact Vintage Rare & Retro Guitars for a shipping quotation. Free pick-up is always available at our Gullane shop.

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Listeda year ago
ConditionVery Good (Used)
Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • 500/1 Violin Bass
Categories
Year
  • 1970
Made In
  • Germany
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Color Family
  • Brown
Body Material
  • Maple
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Active / Passive Pickups
  • Passive Pickups
Neck Material
  • Maple
Wood Top Style
  • Plain
Finish Pattern
  • Sunburst
Active Preamp
  • No Preamp
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Body Shape
  • Violin
Number of Strings
  • 4-String
Pickup Configuration
  • SS
Number of Frets
  • 20
String Type
  • Steel
Scale Length
  • 30"

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Vintage Rare & Retro Guitars

GULLANE, United Kingdom
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