Hofner Contemporary Series HCT-500/1-SB Violin Bass Sunburst

Hofner Contemporary Series HCT-500/1-SB Violin Bass In Sunburst Finish

Located At IVG Sherman Oaks

In Very Good Overall Condition (Please See Photos)

Finish Shows Light Cosmetic Play Wear, Including Some Minor Marks And Scratches Visible Throughout

Made In China

Hollow Body With Center-Block Construction, Laminate Maple Back And Sides With Laminate Spruce Top

Maple/Mahogany Neck With Bound Rosewood Fingerboard And Dot Inlays

Hofner HS11B Staple Pickups With Nickel-Plated Covers

Dual Volume Controls, Bass/Treble Switches, And Rhythm/Solo Volume Boost Switches

Adjustable Floating Bridge With Trapeze Tailpiece

Vintage-Style Hofner Open-Gear Tuners

30" Scale Length

1 11/16" Nut Width

Neck Depth At 1st Fret: 0.88"

Neck Depth At 12th Fret: 1.03"

Weighs 5lbs 12oz

Does Not Include Case, One May be Purchased For An Additional Cost

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The Höfner HCT-500/1-SB Contemporary Violin Bass is a modern take on the iconic “Beatle Bass,” combining the classic violin-shaped design with updated construction for improved sustain and versatility. Featuring a semi-hollow maple body with a spruce top and a center sustain block, it delivers the warm, woody Höfner tone while offering greater resonance and stability than a traditional fully hollow bass. Equipped with dual Höfner Staple humbucking pickups, a short 30-inch scale, and a vintage sunburst finish, the HCT-500/1-SB is lightweight, comfortable to play, and ideal for players seeking everything from vintage Beatles-inspired sounds to richer contemporary bass tones.