Hofner 500/1 Violin Bass 1996 V63 reissue. This is a rare headstamp stamped version, with serial number 604102, making it a desirable collectible for vintage bass enthusiasts. This electric bass, crafted in Germany, boasts a solid maple body in a sunburst series finish, with a rosewood fretboard and 20 frets for a smooth performance.
This model from 1996 is a sought-after piece for those looking to add a unique and authentic instrument to their collection.
Date is April 10 1996 and was the 2nd on that day.
EXCELLENT CONDITION FOR AGE
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Here is the Hofner spec:
Body: Hollow body with a violin shape.
Top Wood: Select German spruce.
Back/Sides Wood: Flamed maple.
Neck: Three-piece construction (maple-beech-maple) with a vintage '63 profile and a set neck joint.
Fingerboard: Rosewood with 22 frets and mother-of-pearl dot inlays; no binding on the neck.
Scale Length: 30" (76cm) short scale.
Nut Width: 1-5/8" (42mm).
Pickups: Two Hofner 511B "Staple" humbucking pickups.
Controls: Hofner A2-B control panel featuring two volume controls, two on/off switches, and a rhythm/solo switch for volume boost.
Bridge: Hofner 72/20B ebony bridge with movable metal saddles.
Tailpiece: Hofner 62/30 trapeze brass tailpiece.
Tuners: Hofner 61/73B individual (4 separate) machine heads, nickel-plated.
Pickguard: Floating pearl celluloid.
Hardware: Nickel-plated.
Finish: Sunburst, with gold top potentiometer knobs.
Strings: Factory-fitted with Hofner flatwound strings.
Weight: Approximately 4.6 lbs (2.1 kg), making it very lightweight
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| Listed | 18 days ago |
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| Condition | Very Good (Used) Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more |
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