Introduced in 1956, the Höfner 500/1 bass was originally made in small production numbers and sold in only a few European countries. That all changed in 1963 when a small group from Liverpool became the biggest act since Elvis.
Its lightness, ease of play, deep sound and striking shape has helped maintain its popularity to this day.
With their unique combination of carved solid spruce top, flat back, toasters pickups and black binding, 1960 models are amongst the rarest, prettiest and best sounding 500/1 basses.
This 500/1 bass was produced in summer 1960 is in remarkable all original condition.
It shows light play wear and ageing, has a deep sunburst finish and features a beautiful one piece flamed maple back.
Complete with its original black Winter hard case and Guncotton bass strap.

Sunburst Finish
Toaster Pick-Ups
Solid Spruce Top
Flat Back
Vertical Logo
3 Piece Neck
Strip Tuners
Pot Codes - July 1960

Modification: Filled strap button holes

Condition - Excellent

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