Hofner 500/1 Violin Bass 1963 - 1966

Hofner 500/1 Violin Bass 1963 - 1966

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Hofner 500/1 Violin Bass 1964

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If you’re looking this bass, you probably know what you are looking for. This one dates 1964. It’s in pretty good shape for its age.Comes with a brand new Hofner hard case…
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€4,500
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Product Specs

Brand
Model
  • 500/1 Violin Bass
Finish
  • Natural
  • Sunburst
Year
  • 1963 - 1966
Made In
  • Germany
Categories
Active / Passive Pickups
  • Passive Pickups
Active Preamp
  • No Preamp
Body Material
  • Maple
Body Shape
  • Violin
Color Family
  • Brown
  • Natural
Finish Pattern
  • Sunburst
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Neck Material
  • Maple
Number of Frets
  • 20
Number of Strings
  • 4-String
Pickup Configuration
  • HH
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Wood Top Style
  • Plain

Overview

In 1963, Hofner's "Staple" pickups were added to the 500/1. Paul McCartney's 1963 500/1 quickly became his primary bass, leaving his 1961 "Cavern" model as a backup before it was stolen from a studio closet.

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