• Hofner 500/5 Bass Sunburst 1960 Bass Guitars / 4-String
  • Hofner 500/5 Bass Sunburst 1960 Bass Guitars / 4-String
  • Hofner 500/5 Bass Sunburst 1960 Bass Guitars / 4-String
  • Hofner 500/5 Bass Sunburst 1960 Bass Guitars / 4-String
  • Hofner 500/5 Bass Sunburst 1960 Bass Guitars / 4-String
  • Hofner 500/5 Bass Sunburst 1960 Bass Guitars / 4-String
  • Hofner 500/5 Bass Sunburst 1960 Bass Guitars / 4-String
  • Hofner 500/5 Bass Sunburst 1960 Bass Guitars / 4-String
  • Hofner 500/5 Bass Sunburst 1960 Bass Guitars / 4-String
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Hofner

Hofner 500/5 Bass Sunburst 1960

Hofner 500/5 Bass Sunburst 1960

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Serial Number: 706

Weight: 5lbs 9oz

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Description
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 finish.
Body Material: Maple
Neck Material: Maple
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Neck Profile: C
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st - 0.90" 12th - 1.04"
Fingerboard Radius: 7.25"
Nut Width: 1-5/8"
Scale Length: 30"
Electronics: Original electronics. The guitar has two single coil pickups, two volume pots, a rhythm/solo switch, and two pickup toggle switches.
Pickup Measurements: neck - 8.4 kΩ, bridge can't be measured due to wiring scheme.
Hardware: Original hardware.
Weight: 5lbs 9oz
Case Details: Hardshell Case
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Hofner is in good condition and has aged well. The finish is glossy with checking and light surface scratching scattered throughout. The body shows finish wear around the binding and some light buckle rash. The neck shows finish wear around its treble edge and a drill hole on the back of the neck at the 12th fret. The end and edges of the headstock show finish wear.
Serial Number: 706
Tech Notes: The bass plays well with low action. The frets are wide and tall with light play wear.

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SKU: U7051912801

Description
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 finish.
Body Material: Maple
Neck Material: Maple
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Neck Profile: C
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st - 0.90" 12th - 1.04"
Fingerboard Radius: 7.25"
Nut Width: 1-5/8"
Scale Length: 30"
Electronics: Original electronics. The guitar has two single coil pickups, two volume pots, a rhythm/solo switch, and two pickup toggle switches.
Pickup Measurements: neck - 8.4 kΩ, bridge can't be measured due to wiring scheme.
Hardware: Original hardware.
Weight: 5lbs 9oz
Case Details: Hardshell Case
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Hofner is in good condition and has aged well. The finish is glossy with checking and light surface scratching scattered throughout. The body shows finish wear around the binding and some light buckle rash. The neck shows finish wear around its treble edge and a drill hole on the back of the neck at the 12th fret. The end and edges of the headstock show finish wear.
Serial Number: 706
Tech Notes: The bass plays well with low action. The frets are wide and tall with light play wear.

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