Hofner 500/1 Sunburst 1960s

Short-Scale 4-String Hollow Body Bass Guitar with Rosewood Fingerboard. Made in Germany.
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Hofner 500/1 Sunburst 1960s

Vintage

Description & Specs

The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please visit our Lincoln Avenue showroom or call to speak to one of our Used and Vintage experts.
Finish Details: Finish appears original.
Body Material: Maple
Body Details: Maple back and sides with spruce top.
Neck Material: Maple
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Neck Profile: C
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st fret .880", 12th fret 1.013"
Fingerboard Radius: 7.25"
Nut Width: 1-5/8"
Scale Length: 30 1/4"
Neck Details: Maple neck with bound Indian rosewood fingerboard. Truss rod has limited adjustability and neck has a fair amount of relief. Neck appears to have been refretted.
Electronics: Pickups appear original, guitar has been rewired with new components. On/off swithes and volume controls for both pickups with master mute switch.
Pickup Measurements: Neck 11.28K, Bridge 11.18K
Hardware: Hardware appears original.
Weight: 4lbs 8oz
Modifications/Repairs: Electronics have been replaced, pickguard has been removed. Neck appears to have been refretted.
Case Details: Hardshell case.
Cosmetic Condition: Bass is in good condition with heavy finish checking on the top, and scratches, dents, and dings throughout.
Tech Notes: Bass is currently set up with flatwound strings, and plays comfortably with medium action and a fair amount of relief in the neck. The truss rod has limited adjustability. Frets are wide and medium height, showing light wear.
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