1966 Hofner 500/1:

Perhaps the most recognizable instrument of the past century, the Hofner 500/1 Violin Bass has been among the most listened-to basses in the history of recorded music.

This bass has undergone a professional set-up and neck reset, and its original pickups have been rewound.

This instrument comes with its original hardshell case without a handle.

Specs:

  • 1-9/16" nut width.
  • 30" scale length.
  • 22-fret bound rosewood fretboard.
  • Three-piece maple neck.
  • Fully-hollow "violin" body.
  • Spruce top.
  • Maple back and sides.
  • Rewound original pickups.

Listed2 months 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
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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