Hofner 500/1 Violin Bass Sunburst 1967 LEFTY

Left-Handed Short-Scale 4-String Hollow Body Bass Guitar with Rosewood Fingerboard. Made in Germany.
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Hofner 500/1 Violin Bass Sunburst 1967 LEFTY

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: Original
Body Material: Maple
Body Details: Hollow body with maple back/sides and spruce top
Neck Material: Maple
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Neck Profile: Thick C
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st - 0.85" 12th - 0.98"
Fingerboard Radius: 7.25"
Nut Width: 1-9/16"
Scale Length: 30"
Neck Details: Glossy maple neck with bound rosewood fingerboard and pearloid dot inlays
Electronics: Original pickups in neck and bridge positions. Controls include volume pots for each pickup, on/off switches for each pickup, and a rhythm/solo switch. Wiring is original.
Pickup Measurements: Reading not available due to wiring scheme
Hardware: All original
Weight: 4lbs 12oz
Modifications/Repairs: None
Case Details: Original hardshell case has some wear but is in good condition. The tolex is tearing at the top edge.
Cosmetic Condition: This bass has moderate play wear. The headstock has scratches and dings around the edges. The neck has some finish wear along the sides. The body has light finish checking, scratches, and dings throughout.
Tech Notes: Plays well with medium/low action and optimal neck relief. The bridge is bottomed out, so adjustability is limited. The frets are tall and show only minor signs of play wear.
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