Vintage guitars for sale: Hofner Violin bass

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

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

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

Ich biete hier im Auftrag eine Hofner Violin Bass Gitarre an. Dieses Modell vom 1960-70 ist bekannt für seinen einzigartigen Klang und das ikonische Design, das an eine Violine erinnert. Es ist ein tolles Instrument für Musiker, die einen warmen, runden Bass-Sound suchen
* Klassisches Violin-Bass-Design
* Brauner Sunburst-Lack mit weißem Schlagbrett
* Vier Saiten für einen vollen Bass-Klang
* Charakteristische Kopfplatte mit Hofner-Logo
Die Gitarre ist ein echter Hingucker ... view on ebay

Zum Verkauf steht ein echter Klassiker der Musikgeschichte: Ein originaler Höfner 500 / 1 E-Bass (Violin Bass) aus dem Jahr 1968 ?? das legendäre Modell, das vor allem durch Paul McCartney und die Beatles Weltruhm erlangte
Es handelt sich hierbei um ein Erbstück, das ich selbst leider nicht bespielen kann, da ich kein Instrument spiele. Um potenziellen Käufern volle Transparenz und Sicherheit zu bieten, habe ich den Bass vorab in einem Gitarren-Fachgeschäft überprüfen lassen. Dabei ... view on ebay

The sale is for my Hofner Violin Bass purchased at Wunjo Guitars about 10 years ago. The serial number is 3105 which according to the Hofner web site puts its manufacture in 1967
The guitar has been well played over the years with wear showing in the usual places, along the side of the neck and near to the bottom of the neck which has been used as a thumb rest! Their are other mark on the front consistent with a guitar that is nearly 60 years old. The back though is lovely. Please refer to ... view on ebay

Ich biete hier im Auftrag eine Hofner Violin Bass Gitarre an. Dieses Modell vom 1960-70 ist bekannt für seinen einzigartigen Klang und das ikonische Design, das an eine Violine erinnert. Es ist ein tolles Instrument für Musiker, die einen warmen, runden Bass-Sound suchen
* Klassisches Violin-Bass-Design
* Brauner Sunburst-Lack mit weißem Schlagbrett
* Vier Saiten für einen vollen Bass-Klang
* Charakteristische Kopfplatte mit Hofner-Logo
Die Gitarre ist ein echter Hingucker ... 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

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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

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

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

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

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

1967 Hofner Violin Bass 500 / 1 violin Bass Guitar with Case
This is fro my private collection of instruments which sadly are being sold due to a change or career and downsize
for it's age it's in good condition but dies have wear marks as shown in the photos
the serial number dates it to 67 and looks to be all original
comes with its original case
getting harder to come by as alot are in private collections now.... 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

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