Here i decided to part with my vintage original hofner bass from mid 1960's

(this is the same model that is used by the great sir Paul McCartney...)

This was a player's instrument, so probably not suitable for a collector who looks for pristine condition.

It was always maintained in a good playable condition, pickups were recently professionally rewound to original specs, so the bass works, plays and sounds like it is supposed to!

The cracks that are just on the lacquer are normal environmental issue with this vintage instrument.

The wood is in good condition and was not cracked or damaged.

I'm not sure if the tuners are age original, and the volume caps should probably be replaced for better looks, i also don't have the pickguard, but these things are easy to find (plenty on Ebay or from the manufacturer ), if you need it...

Please check photos for condition because they also serve as part of the description!

Feel free to ask questions!

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Listed2 years ago
ConditionGood (Used)
Good condition items function properly but may exhibit some wear and tear.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • 500/1 Violin Bass
Finish
  • Sunburst
Categories
Year
  • 1963 - 1966
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
Pickup Configuration
  • HH
Active Preamp
  • No Preamp
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Body Shape
  • Violin
Number of Strings
  • 4-String
Number of Frets
  • 20

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robert oven

Otočec, Slovenia
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