Custom Hofner 1970's 500/1 Violin Electric Bass VINTAGE

The Hofner 500/1 is closely associated with Paul McCartney and the
Beatles. Paul's use of this bass in the early '60s propelled Hofner
sales and turned the 500/1 into an absolutely iconic instrument. When
German-made Hofner instruments were distributed in the United Kingdom,
they were given model names to go along with their model numbers, and
the 500/1 was dubbed the Violin Bass. It is also commonly referred to as
the Beatles Bass. This design has been imitated by a number of other
makers since including Vox and Greco.


• Years of Production: 1956 - present
• Body Style: Semi-hollowbody
• Wood Composition: Maple body, Spruce top, Rosewood fingerboard
• Design Elements: Bound body, glued-in neck, two pickups, dot inlays, three tone switches and two control knobs
• Notable Players: Paul McCartney, Chris Wood

This VINTAGE instrument from the 1970's has some significant finish cracking, but plays great. New hardshell case included.

Product Specs

Condition:Fair Make:Hofner Model:1970's 500/1 Violin Electric Bass VINTAGE