Vintage guitars for sale: Hofner Violin bass

Hofner HCT500 / 1 Black Contemporary Violin (Beatle) Bass with hard shell case
Excellent, Like New Condition. Never gigged. Usedonly for light home recording. No issues. Set up with LaBella flat wounds for that classic Beatles tone. Includes a second Rosewood adjustable bridge(original ebony currently on). Includes an aftermarket hard shell violin basscase, original tags and Hofner owner manual. SN# P0815B070 String height at 12thfret: 2 25 mm (E); 2 mm (G)
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Hofner Ignition Pro Violin Bass Orange Sunburst with Case
Fun fact! This is a violin bass of a copy of what an unknown underrated musician used to play! Although it's pre-owned and it has hardly been played. It does not have any scratches and is in excellent condition. Bass come with a case that has minor scratches and is sturdy condition. For further info please reference images for an accurate and visual description of this item. Addl. images can be provided if requested.
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Up for sale, a 1974 Hofner 500 / 1 Violin ??Beatle Bass?? in excellent, 100% original condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case. Indelibly linked with Paul McCartney and the Beatles, this genuine vintage 500 / 1 captures the round, pillowy thump and definition inherent to the iconic Beatles sound, with a fully hollow body and blade pickups
There??s a distinctive pluck, percussive cut, and hollow thud that this bass delivers even while unplugged, with a... more

Up for sale, a 1965 Hofner 500 / 1 Violin ??Beatle Bass?? in excellent condition and in perfect working order, complete with a vintage hardshell case. Indelibly linked with Paul McCartney and the Beatles, this genuine vintage 500 / 1 captures the round, pillowy thump and definition of the iconic Beatles sound, with a fully hollow body and ??staple?? pickups
There's a distinctive pluck, percussive cut, and hollow thud that this bass delivers even unplugged, with a broad sonic range between ... more

Vintage Hofner 500 / 1 Violin Bass Sunburst 1968
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One of the most instantly recognizable basses on the planet, the Hofner 500 / 1 has been at the forefront of countless numbers of rock groups for over six decades. This example from 1968 has an ultra cool, true vintage vibe to it with a comfortable feel & gorgeous tone. Professionally set up & ready for action straight out of the case
Cosmetic Condition: Good ... more

This bass guitar has been tested and all electronics works as they are designed. There are some scratches on the body however nothing that is deep more just from playing. The pick guards is missing which is why there is a hole on the side as shown in the photos of the listing. The case has many broken latches which is why it is held closed with a rubber band
The Hofner Contemporary Series Violin Bass in blue with a hard shell case is a stylish and high-quality electric bass guitar designed ... more

Up for sale is a vintage 1960's EKO 995 Höfner Beatle-Style Violin Bass Guitar. Made in Italy. Does not include pickguard. Includes Stadium Gig Bag. 'As Found / As Pictured' vintage condition. Minor wear commensurate with age & use. All parts & electronics in good working order. Neck is straight with low action & minimal buzzing. A setup is suggested for optimal intonation & action. Please see photos for item condition; photos are of the actual items being sold. Glare & ... more

Up for sale, a 1966 Hofner 500 / 1 Violin ??Beatle Bass?? in excellent condition and in perfect working order, complete with a vintage hardshell case. Indelibly linked with Paul McCartney and the Beatles, this genuine vintage 500 / 1 captures the round, pillowy thump and definition inherent to the iconic Beatles sound, with a fully hollow body and notably early blade pickups, which became standard for the model in ?67
There's a distinctive pluck, percussive cut, and hollow thud that this ... more

Rare "Beatle Bass" from 1967. All original ( except* the pickguard brace. Has had a neck reset by professional luthier )
Comes with the original case
The 1967 Höfner 500 / 1 Violin Bass (commonly known as the "Beatle Bass " ) represents a notable evolution in the model's design during the late 1960s
This German-made fully hollow body electric bass features the iconic violin-shaped body (spruce top, flamed maple back and sides), a short 30-inch (762 mm) scale length, maple neck with ... more

1960s Hofner 5000 / 1 Deluxe Violin Bass ?? Vintage Natural ?? Germany ?? w / Case
An exceptional example of German craftsmanship and iconic 1960s design, this vintage Höfner 5000 / 1 Deluxe Violin Bass represents the high-end evolution of the legendary 500 / 1 ??Beatle Bass ?? Made in Germany, this Deluxe model features premium tonewoods, upscale appointments, and refined construction, making it one of the most desirable Höfner basses of the era
With its semi-hollow violin-shaped ... more

Up for sale, a 1974 Hofner 500 / 1 Violin ??Beatle Bass?? in excellent condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case. Indelibly linked with Paul McCartney and the Beatles, this genuine vintage 500 / 1 captures the round, pillowy thump and definition inherent to the iconic Beatles sound, with a fully hollow body and blade pickups
There??s a distinctive pluck, percussive cut, and hollow thud that this bass delivers even while unplugged, with a broad sonic ... more

Vintage EKO 995 Violin Bass ?? Made in Italy (Late 1960s / Early 1970s)
Offered here is a beautiful original EKO Model 995 violin bass, Made in Italy during the late 1960s to early 1970s. This is EKO??s classic Italian interpretation of the iconic Höfner-style ??Beatle Bass, ?? prized for its lightweight semi-hollow construction, warm vintage tone, and unmistakable violin-shaped body
This instrument has been family owned and was previously owned by my father. It has been kept carefully... more

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1963 / 1964 500 / 1 Violin Bass, Sunburst, Used

Condition : Good for age

Nicely faded fnishNo scratchplateControl plate is replacementPots are replacementsBlack switches are replacementsNut is replacementMissing name badge from ... more

The Hofner Violin Bass 500 / 1 Relic 61 Cavern Bass Guitar is a classic electric bass guitar known for its unique hollow body design and 4-string configuration. Made by the renowned brand Höfner, this right-handed guitar features a beautiful rosewood fretboard. The Hofner 500 / 1 Relic 61 Cavern model is highly sought after by musicians for its distinctive hollow body sound and high-quality German craftsmanship, making it a must-have for any bass player looking for a versatile and reliable ... more

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FINESTSELECTIONSHIPPINGSPECIALISTS24 HourSupportLondon Vintage Guitars are please to offer:Hofner 500 / 1 Violin Bass 1956 - SunburstHofner 500 / 1 Violin BassYear: 1956
Condition: Excellent
DescriptionTHE GERMAN CONNECTION
We are happy to offer one of the most iconic of all Vintage Basses both in look style and tone which to many is affectionetly known as the Beatle Bass, details as follows 
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The following instrument is from the models first year of production ... more

Zum Verkauf kommt ein original Höfner Bass aus dem Jahr 1967 Der Bass lag bestimmt 20 Jahre unbenutzt auf einem Schrank Ich habe ihn bei der Firma "Daesch Instruments" restaurieren lassen Die Restaurierung wurde so ausgeführt das die Original Patina erhalten geblieben ist Der Lack wurde nur ausgebessert und nach dem Aufbringen von mehreren neuen Schichten poliert Der Rest ist so instandgesetzt das das Instrument spielbar ist Ein Poti war leider defekt und wurde durch einen neuen von der Firma ... more

For sale I have my left-handed Hofner Ignition Violin Bass Guitar.
It is in full working order and good condition. (There is a small nick at the top of the headstock which you can see clearly in the photographs)
Item is collection only, so when you come to collect it you can try it out for yourself
Collection from Camberley in Surrey but I often go to Redhill so collection from there is also possible
It comes with a solid hard case (with a slightly tatty handle)
Ok budding Paul ... more

Meine original Vintage Hofner / Höfner 500 / 1 Violin-Bass Gitarre, aus dem Jahr 1964, hat mich 60 Jahre auf meinem musikalischen Weg begleitet. Leider muß ich mich nach dieser langen, schönen Zeit verabschieden Dieses wunderschöne Instrument ist ein Muss für jeden Sammler und Liebhaber von Vintage-Instrumenten der wilden 60er Jahre. Der Hofner 500 / 1 Violin-Bass hat einen einzigartigen, warmen Sound und ist bekannt für seine ikonische Form, die von Paul McCartney berühmt gemacht wurde. ... more

PRODUCT REPORT
Case: Not included. Condition: Fair Finish: This Guitar is in Fair condition with some wear through age and previous usage. This Bass Guitar is functional but experiences issues with the electronics. Frets: 22 / No issues. Hardware: All Original / No issues. Electronics: All Original / Slight issues. Overall Condition Score: ??️??️??️ - 3 / 5 Stars. The 1963 Höfner Violin ... more

FINESTSELECTIONSHIPPINGSPECIALISTS24 HourSupportLondon Vintage Guitars are please to offer:Hofner 500 / 1 Violin Bass 1959 - SunburstHofner 500 / 1 Violin BassYear: 1959
Condition: Excellent
DescriptionTHE GERMAN CONNECTION
We are happy to offer one of the most iconic of all Vintage Basses both in look style and tone which to many is affectionately known as the Beatle Bass, details as follows 
The following instrument features the Cavern Esq Vertical Logo and in its original ... more

More details soon but wanted to celebrate Paul's missing bass movie by offering mine for "have to sell amount" to a millionaire on this date ;)
Bargain
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1964 Hofner 500 / 1 Violin Bass
I love these bass??s, not only for the fab 4 connection but they sound so strong, easy to play and weigh hardly anything, great for the jobbing bass player on the hoof. This one is in great original condition and looks to have had the obligatory neck reset in the past so the neck angle is good resulting in a really nicely set up bass. It has all the correct features for an early 1964 bass such as narrow control panel, bound neck and individual cat??s head ... more