Hofner Violin Bass Sunburst 1960s

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

Used

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: Original
Body Material: Maple
Body Details: Hollow body with maple back, sides, and spruce top
Neck Material: Maple
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Neck Profile: Medium C
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st - 0.86" 12th - 0.98"
Fingerboard Radius: 9.50"
Nut Width: 1-9/16"
Scale Length: 30"
Neck Details: Glossy 3-piece maple neck with bound rosewood fingerboard and silver dot inlays. The neck has been reset and the heel has a crack repair.
Electronics: Original pickups and wiring harness
Pickup Measurements: Reading not available due to wiring scheme
Hardware: All original. The pickguard has been removed and is included in the case. Because it mounts to the bridge it cannot be installed without affecting the intonation at the 12th fret. The bridge has been located for proper intonation and the pickguard mounting nail will not reach the bridge in the current setup.
Weight: 4lbs 10oz
Modifications/Repairs: -neck has been reset -neck heel has a crack repair -pickguard has been removed and is included in the case
Case Details: Original hardshell case
Cosmetic Condition: The bass has moderate play wear for its age. The neck and body have a scratches, dings, and chips throughout. The top has heavy finish checking.
Serial Number: 5968
Tech Notes: Plays well with medium action and light neck relief. The truss rod is adjustable but the bridge is set as low as possible so action adjustability is limited. The frets are tall and show only minor signs of play wear. Appointments such has 3D headstock logo, white neck binding, pickup height adjustment screws, larger control plate, and shorter tailpiece indicate that this bass was made between 1965-66.
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