1965 Höfner 500/1 Violin Bass Vintage Electric Bass, (Used)
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1965 Höfner 500/1 Violin Bass Vintage Electric Bass, (Used)
Description
The 1965 Höfner 500/1 Violin Bass is a vintage electric bass that has become one of the most iconic instruments in music history, largely due to its association with Paul McCartney and The Beatles. The Höfner 500/1 Violin Bass, was manufactured in Germany and features a distinctive violin‑shaped hollow‑body design that makes it extremely lightweight and comfortable to play.
Its body is constructed from spruce top and maple back and sides, giving it a warm, resonant acoustic‑like tone even when unplugged. The maple neck is paired with a rosewood fingerboard, and the short 30″ scale length gives the bass a familiar feel and manageable string tension, ideal for melodic playing and rhythmic grooves alike. Vintage 1965 examples typically include two “staple” style pickups and an adjustable ebony bridge with a trapeze tailpiece.
Controls on this vintage model include separate volume knobs for each pickup along with the original rhythm/solo switch, plus individual bass and treble switches that offer a surprisingly broad range of tonal shaping for a bass of its era. Its combination of light weight, distinctive tone, and historical significance — especially its Beatles heritage — has made the 1965 Höfner Violin Bass a highly sought‑after instrument for collectors and players alike.
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How long is the warranty period?
For new products, you will get the full manufacturer warranty. For our second-hand products, we will cover any fault within 4 weeks of the purchase of any guitar. For pianos, that will be extended to 3 months.
What is the estimated delivery time?
We use the 24hr delivery in UK mainlands if it can be delivered by post. For Scotland and Wales, it depends on the area and the distance from our warehouse, but our aim is to get you order to your hands as soon as possible.
For products that cannot be posted, we will arrange the delivery with you to suit your schedule and deliver it to you
Do you offer international shipping?
We usually can ship instruments worldwide. Please get in touch to get a quote
What is the maintinance on your USED products?
- Guitars: Every guitar will be setup to a high playing standard before shipping. The electronics are checked and if there is any issue with guitar, it will be fixed.
- Pianos: Every piano is fully tested to make sure it's fully functional, cleaned, and if it's digital, a facroty reset is performed.
Do you offer assembly and installation?
We offer installation and assembly for pianos, drum kits, or any products that require it for and extra charge. Please get in touch so we can provide you with a quote.