Vintage guitars for sale: Hofner Violin bass

Plug in and thump away on one of the most iconic basses ever made with this incredible Hofner Contemporary HCT-500 / 1 Violin Bass!  This is one of the most iconic basses ever made - here's a chance to score a nicely upgraded version   It's a semi-hollow body bass is lightweight, comfortable, and has truly distinct tone
Here we have a great one - this is the working man's beatle bass. It??s been modified (here at Truetone) to be like Paul McCartney??s as close as possible. It has ... view on ebay

Genuine 1964 Höfner 500 / 1 Violin Bass, retaining its original finish, pickups, electronics and hardware
This is an authentic German-made, British-market example from the height of Beatlemania, with unusually strong documentation supporting its precise production year
Selmer Serial No. 990 ?? Original 1964-dated electronics ?? Very Good Condition
Authenticity and Originality
This instrument retains the desirable early-1960s features associated with Paul McCartney??s classic 500 /... view on ebay

Up for sale, a 1960s Hofner 500 / 1 Violin ??Beatle Bass?? in perfect working order. 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, flame maple back 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 the two pickups. The bridge pickup has more ... view on ebay

Hofner Violin Beatle Bass
Vintage Reissue 1963 Bass from 2001
Beautiful Finish! Some hazing in the finish, see photos
Nice Clean Condition!
Neck is straight!
Includes Vintage Hardshell Case!
FedEx Ground within the US $89 95
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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 ... view on ebay

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 ... view on ebay

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... view on ebay

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 ... view on ebay

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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 ... view on ebay

Hofner Violin Bass 1966 / 69 Vintage.... view on ebay

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 
The 56 
The following instrument is from the models first year of production ... view on ebay

Certificate of Authenticity by No Tom vintage guitars Denmark Street, London
AI description
For sale is a cool and authentic Hofner 500 / 1 Violin Bass from the late 1970s to early 1980s. Finished in a rich sunburst, this is the iconic violin-shaped hollowbody bass made famous by Paul McCartney. These German-made Hofner Violin Basses are beloved for their lightweight construction, comfortable playability, and that classic punchy, articulate tone with excellent sustain. This example has the... view on ebay

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 ... view on ebay

THE MACCA BASS
We are pleased to offer the following Hofner Violin bass similar in specification to the iconic bass used by Sir Paul McCartney of THE BEATLES
Hofner Violin Bass
1962
McCartney Specification
Sunburst
2-Piece Neck
Transfer Logo
Unbound Neck
Hofner Logo on body
Strip Machineheads
Staple Top Pickups
All Original Except Binding Repair & Rear Touch-Up
Case
Comments
An excellent example of the early Hofner Violin Bass and a particularly ... view on ebay

Höfner / Hofner 500 / 1 Violin Beatles Bass 1967 Im Jahr 1967 veröffentlichten die Beatles mit "Sgt. Pepper??s Lonely Hearts Club Band" eins der einflussreichsten Alben der Musikgeschichte. Aus dem selben Jahr stammt dieser ikonische Höfner Violin Bass - das Hauptinstrument von Beatles Sänger- und Bassist Paul McCartney Ihm ist es zu verdanken, dass der 500 / 1 wahrscheinlich das einzige Instrument aus deutscher Fertigung ist, das einen derartigen Stellenwert in der Rock- und ... view on ebay

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. ... view on ebay