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Hofner 500/1 Sunburst 1964

The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please call to speak to one of our experts.

 

Summary
 

Finish: Original

Top Material: Spruce

Body Material: Maple

Neck Material: Maple

Fingerboard Material: Rosewood

Neck Profile: "U" profile

Neck Thickness (IN): .87" (1st fret), 1.04" (12th fret)

Fingerboard Radius: 7.25"

Nut Width: 1-9/16"

Scale Length: 30-½"

Electronics: Original pickups and electronics, aside from a replaced string ground wire.

Pickup Measurements: 8.8k (neck), 9.0k (bridge)

Hardware: Original. The pickguard is missing, and the plastic heel cap has shrunk and pulled away from the body slightly.

Weight: 4lbs 9oz

Modifications / Repairs: Replaced string ground wire.

Case Details: Original Hardshell Case

Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Hofner bass is in good condition, with light aging and wear on the glossy finish. There is a notable patch of wear near the neck pickup, along with light checking and dings throughout. The back of the neck is glossy and smooth.

Tech Notes: The bass plays well with medium action and optimal neck relief. The frets are medium height with minor wear.

$1,138.50

Original: $3,795.00

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Hofner 500/1 Sunburst 1964

$3,795.00

$1,138.50

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The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please call to speak to one of our experts.

 

Summary
 

Finish: Original

Top Material: Spruce

Body Material: Maple

Neck Material: Maple

Fingerboard Material: Rosewood

Neck Profile: "U" profile

Neck Thickness (IN): .87" (1st fret), 1.04" (12th fret)

Fingerboard Radius: 7.25"

Nut Width: 1-9/16"

Scale Length: 30-½"

Electronics: Original pickups and electronics, aside from a replaced string ground wire.

Pickup Measurements: 8.8k (neck), 9.0k (bridge)

Hardware: Original. The pickguard is missing, and the plastic heel cap has shrunk and pulled away from the body slightly.

Weight: 4lbs 9oz

Modifications / Repairs: Replaced string ground wire.

Case Details: Original Hardshell Case

Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Hofner bass is in good condition, with light aging and wear on the glossy finish. There is a notable patch of wear near the neck pickup, along with light checking and dings throughout. The back of the neck is glossy and smooth.

Tech Notes: The bass plays well with medium action and optimal neck relief. The frets are medium height with minor wear.