Vintage guitars for sale: Hofner Senator

A stunning Hofner Senator Cutaway Blonde, you won't find one in better condition. This guitar probably spent most of its life in storage and comes with its matching blonde tweed case. Almost no play wear to the frets and fretboard. The action is low and it plays easily. It's an absolutely beautiful guitar, the nitrocellulose finish is in amazing condition and shines like new. Some modifications were made, a pickup was installed so there is a hole drilled for the output jack and a light stain ... more

Verkaufe aus privater Sammlung, von mir gespielte Instrumente. Die Höfner 500 / 5 SENATOR Bassgitarre aus den Jahren 1963 / 64 ist ein Vintage Schmuckstück aus Deutschland. Das Modell besticht durch seine Sunburst-Korpusfarbe und die 22 Bünde. Mit einer 4-saitigen Saitenkonfiguration und dem Korpus in der Form 500 / 5 ist sie perfekt für Bassisten geeignet. Besonders hervorzuheben ist das geringe Gewicht, welches das spielen noch angenehmer macht. Dieses Modell stammt aus der renommierten ... more

Verkaufe aus privater Sammlung von mir gespielte Instrumente. Die Höfner 500 / 5 SENATOR Bassgitarre aus den Jahren 1963 / 64 ist ein Vintage Schmuckstück aus Deutschland. Das Modell besticht durch seine Sunburst-Korpusfarbe und die 22 Bünde. Mit einer 4-saitigen Saitenkonfiguration und dem Korpus in der Form 500 / 5 ist sie perfekt für Bassisten geeignet. Besonders hervorzuheben ist das geringe Gewicht, welches das spielen noch angenehmer macht. Dieses Modell stammt aus der renommierten ... more

A lovely playable example of a vintage Hofner Senator. Great tone. Also comes with a vintage hard case and floating pickup. Local collection only.... more

Hofner Senator 1957 Vintage Guitar. Serial number 4228 This is a used guitar and does have some marks and some damage round the neck area which I have tried to show on the photos Please let me know if you want some more pics This is being advertised elsewhere so could be removed if sold. Collection only.... more

Hofner Senator 1960 in a natural maple finish / Serial No. 10 442
The good the bad and the ugly
It's a well-loved guitar but needs some attention, hence the low price, compared to others on here It's been modified for a lefty but wouldn't take much (new nut) to change it back The neck has been reset and re fretted (by a professional luthier) and it plays ok (great sound!) but could do with setting up and new strings There's plenty of signs of wear, scratches, dings and cracked varnish... more

Vintage 1958 Hofner Senator Blonde Electric Archtop Guitar w / 531 Pickup *1950s
This is a wonderful one owner 1958 Hofner Senator, complete with the super rare Type 531 pickup / pickguard assembly, original hard case, strap, and even some original strings! If you're looking for a complete example, this is the one for you. It came from the son of the original owner from new, and has been kept in the family since 1958! It plays well, and still has flat-wound strings on it. The neck is sturdy... more

Single original tuning peg from Hofner Senator / Congress / may suit other models
Bass side ( right handed ) E A or D
Possibly the button is a replacement and the button post is slightly bent. I have other old Hofner tuners available in my other listings
Will be flat packed for delivery
Free UK shipping. I will ship worldwide
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All original 1955 Hofner Senator Guitar that has been well looked after Lovely mellow voice ,with an after market Hofner Pickup, a 503 from the 1950s added giving it a great sound through an amplifier The headstock carries the original Brass Tuners and inlays The Neck is straight, the frets and fretboard are in good condition with a low action The iconic, Compensator Tailpiece pre-dates the Hofner-Selmer contract so does not carry the Hofner logo The Hardwood, Hofner ,Bridge is adjustable Comes ... more

Vintage 1955 Hofner Senator Archtop Guitar ?? Rare Configuration
Up for sale is a 1960 Hofner Senator, a historical German guitar (John Lennon famously played Hofner).
This original archtop model features:
?? Maple body and neck with beautiful vintage patina, aged really well
?? Rosewood fretboard for smooth playability
?? Original pick guard intact and in excellent condition
?? Professionally added pickup for enhanced versatility without compromising originality
This ... more

Vintage 1959 Hofner Senator Type 1 Pickup Natural Electric Archtop Guitar *1950s
I had to grab this when the opportunity arose - a wonderful original 1959 Hofner Senator electric archtop guitar, complete with that wonderful Type 1 pickup, in full working order. Plays really well for a Senator, and the neck is sturdy as ever. Comes with a period correct padded gig-bag. A nice rare example. Grab a bargain! Please have a close look at the high resolution photographs below, as these form part of... more

Original Hofner floating archtop bridge, taken from a 1959 Hofner Congress. May suit othe models such as the Senator and President
Good used condition with signs of use and age. Part numbers stamped on the underside of each half
Free UK postage. Will post worldwide
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Senator in good cosmetic condition. High action. electrics work but the tone buttons need sorting, sometimes cuts out on a couple of them. With that in mind, sold as seen spares or repair, no returns. No offers, no buy it now
The Vintage 1959 Hofner Senator Type 1 Pickup Natural Electric Archtop Guitar is a classic piece from the 1950s, featuring a hollow body and natural finish. Made by the renowned brand Höfner in Germany, this right-handed electric guitar has a 6-string configuration ... more

Can deliver or post at your cost would prefer collecting due to value and fragility of the item comes with case
This Hofner Senator electric guitar boasts a classic design that will catch the eye of any musician. Crafted with high-quality materials, it delivers a rich and expressive tone that is perfect for a variety of musical genres
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned professional, this guitar is sure to impress. The sleek and stylish design features a comfortable neck and smooth ... more

Original tuning peg from Hofner Congress may suit other models
You are buying 1 Old Hofner machine head / tuner.
Treble side ( right handed ) G B or E
We have three of these available and some with a little more aging in my other listings, please choose amount required at checkout. I also have some available for E A or D in my other listings
Will be flat packed for secure delivery
Free UK shipping. I will ship worldwide
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Hofner Senator
In really good condition overall
Had replacement tuning peg (see photos)
Just needs a setup
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CHITARRA HOFNER - senator - n. 1174 -  Rarissima Acustica e Amplificabile - 1958
Corpo in acero fiammato
Fondo in un pezzo unico acero
Tavola in abete
Tavola e fondo bombati
Tastiera in palissandro
Tutte le parti sono originali compreso il battipenna
Manico in acero di tre pezzi acero e palissandro
Marchio a fuoco sulla tavola
Lunghetta totale 104 cm
Lunghezza cassa 51, 5 cm
Spessore cassa 12 cm
Spedizione in tutto il mondo con corriere espresso ... more

After some research i finally nailed it down, it is the senator as it says on the label. The S for selma company the E1 for electrics the model is 5124 / 05 the number 544 is the production number off the line. The pick up was redone by HOFNER to keep originality of the part there was a long wait 6mths and a cost of £120 00, the headstock features the original mother of pearl not the plastic which is on some that where produced in that era .On the back of the headstock is factory written in ... more

Hofner Senator (1958). Original label inside states model 4513. Good condition bought from new in 1958, well looked after by family No case or pickguard included.
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Original Hofner Compensator Tailpiece, From a 1959 Brunette Compensator
Some tarnishing and signs of age but generally good condition
This is the version with 3 mounting screw holes and longer mounting section. Mounting screws / pins included
This is the full size ( not thinline) version. Other parts available in my other listings
Free UK postage. Will post worldwide
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Original tuning peg from Hofner Senator / Congress / may suit other models
You are buying 1 Old Hofner machine head / tuner.
Treble side ( right handed ) G B or E
We have several available, please choose amount required at checkout. I also have some available for E A or D in my other listings
Please note the botton on the tuner you receive maybe slightly darker in tone than the one shown in the photos Will be flat packed for secure delivery
Free UK shipping. I will ship... more

1955 Hofner Senator
Rare, two vintage Hofner pickups with corresponding volume, and switching controls, all fully working. I've not seen a similar model
Maple body top, and Flame Maple veneers for body back and sides
Low action, and the guitar plays buzz free all the way up the neck. Action at the 12th fret is roughly 10 / 64's bass, and 6 / 64's treble
Compensator tailpiece serial # 1496
The electronics are original, and as pictured. All check out, and I've included a ... more

Original tuning peg from Hofner Congress may suit other models
You are buying 1 Old Hofner machine head / tuner.
Bass side ( right handed ) E A or D
We have two of these available, please choose amount required at checkout. I also have some available for G B or top E in my other listings
Will be flat packed for secure delivery
Free UK shipping. I will ship worldwide
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In good overall condition  However the action is quite high,  maybe the neck needs to be reset  no sound from the pickup,  needs a rewind  low price reflects this Cash on collection from Battle East Sussex feel free to ask questions 07968121881... more

Continuing my guitar and equipment downsizing I am offering my vintage four string, single pick-up Hofner Senator Electro- Acoustic Bass Guitar for sale at £950. I bought this new in 1964 and used it regularly gigging clubs and dance halls mainly across south Wales and the midlands of England in the mid 1960s. It served me very well and is one of my favourite instruments. It has been carefully stored since then. I kept it all this time for sentimental reasons but have now decided, ... more

This Hofner Senator is a high-quality acoustic guitar designed for right-handed musicians. Classic 6-string configuration. Hofner is a reputable brand known for manufacturing fine musical instruments. This is a period instrument, around 55 years old, little used initially, with a built-in certificate of manufacture showing serial number. There are issues with the pick guard and a small mark on the front body, visible in the pictures. One owner from new. For collection from the owner, near ... more