This is a CUSTOM CONVERSION
HOFNER HCT500/1-BK BEATLE BASS GUITAR.. Transparent Black Color
UPRADE Conversion was
Reissue Genuine Hofner Tea Cup Knobs
Genuine LaBella 760FHB2 Flatwound DEEP TALKING BASS Short Scale Bass Strings
Recreating the style of the 1964 version, they feature a sustain block inside the body to give modern, deep-resonating bass sounds while still retaining the original Hofner Beatles bass sound. With a short scale of 30″ and the small violin bass body it is one of greatest electric bass guitars ever made.
Specifications
* laminate Spruce top (like the originals)
* laminate FLAME Maple Body (like the originals)
* internal sustain block to increase feedback rejection
* fingerboard with 22 frets.
* Original Höfner HS11B ‘Staple-Top’ pick-ups.
* 76 mm short scale length.
* 42 mm saddle width.
* Nickel plated hardware.
* Vintage vibe Hofner control panel with 2 volume controls,
2 circuit breakers, Rhythm/Solo switches for volume Boost.
* Sunburst finish.
This violin-shaped model is commonly referred to as the "Beatle bass."
With authentic details inspired by the original, the Hofner Vintage Style Bass makes the legendary violin bass available to the rest of us.
Don't get the idea that this a just a "nowhere man" look-alike. This quality instrument features a spruce top and beautiful flamed maple back and sides.
The semi-hollow body and set neck will give you the warm, round tone you expect from the violin bass.
List price is $1449.00, So Save Lots of money
DOES NOT INCLUDE A HARD CASE OR GIG BAG
A Hard Shell Case is $109 Extra if available ( no extra shipping Continental USA ) If you want it let me know and I will add it to the total before you buy it.
Any questions call us or contact us through the item.
Thank You
Barry Clark Music
Tomah WI