Otherwise known as the Violin Bass or Beatle Bass the 500/1 Bass guitar has been produced by Hofner from 1956 up to the present day. Used, then and now, by a gentleman called Sir Paul McCartney.
Made in Germany this 1975 model is in really great condition considering it is almost 50 years old. There are some marks at either side of the top of the neck which we assume have come from resting on a wall hanger or stand. Some minor marks to the top of the headstock and a small scratch above the neck pickup are also shown on the final few pictures.
The features of this ‘70s 500/1 base include Van Ghent “pyramid” tuners with metal buttons, Gold Hofner lacquered headstock logo and of course the fabulous sounding Hofner Blade pickups. The bass is all original with the exception of 1 of the fret wire saddles and one screw on the bridge pickup surround. Comes complete with vintage violin bass hard shell case.
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