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Hofner G500/1 Super Beatle Natural 1960s

Hofner G500/1 Super Beatle Natural 1960s

Regular price $2,036.00
Regular price $2,395.00 Sale price $2,036.00
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Serial Number: 519

Weight: 5lbs 4oz

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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.
Top Material: Spruce
Body Material: Maple
Neck Material: Maple
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Neck Profile: Soft V
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st - 0.91" 12th - 0.98"
Fingerboard Radius: 7.25"
Nut Width: 1-1/2"
Electronics: The bridge pickup has been rewound and some solder joints have been retouched. The active electronics have been disconnected and the three-way rotary switch and the bass boost pot have been disconnected and no longer operate. The bass has a three-way selector switch, an active/passive toggle switch, a volume pot, and a tone pot.
Pickup Measurements: neck - 5.7 kΩ, bridge - 5.0 kΩ
Weight: 5lbs 4oz
Modifications/Repairs: The bridge pickup has been rewound and some solder joints have been retouched. The active electronics have been disconnected and the three-way rotary switch and the bass boost pot have been disconnected and no longer operate.
Case Details: Original Hardshell Case
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Hofner has aged nicely and is in good condition. The finish is glossy with checking and some light surface scratching throughout. The back of the body shows some light buckle rash. The serial number sticker has partially peeled off. The metal hardware is tarnished with age.
Serial Number: 519
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are medium with minor play wear.
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SKU: U7300940101

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.
Top Material: Spruce
Body Material: Maple
Neck Material: Maple
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Neck Profile: Soft V
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st - 0.91" 12th - 0.98"
Fingerboard Radius: 7.25"
Nut Width: 1-1/2"
Electronics: The bridge pickup has been rewound and some solder joints have been retouched. The active electronics have been disconnected and the three-way rotary switch and the bass boost pot have been disconnected and no longer operate. The bass has a three-way selector switch, an active/passive toggle switch, a volume pot, and a tone pot.
Pickup Measurements: neck - 5.7 kΩ, bridge - 5.0 kΩ
Weight: 5lbs 4oz
Modifications/Repairs: The bridge pickup has been rewound and some solder joints have been retouched. The active electronics have been disconnected and the three-way rotary switch and the bass boost pot have been disconnected and no longer operate.
Case Details: Original Hardshell Case
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Hofner has aged nicely and is in good condition. The finish is glossy with checking and some light surface scratching throughout. The back of the body shows some light buckle rash. The serial number sticker has partially peeled off. The metal hardware is tarnished with age.
Serial Number: 519
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are medium with minor play wear.