{"product_id":"2004-hofner-500-1-vintage-63-violin-beatle-bass-staple-pickup-w-case-hangtags-germany","title":"2004 Hofner 500\/1 Vintage '63 Violin Beatle Bass Staple Pickup w\/ Case \u0026 Hangtags, Germany","description":"Up for sale, a 2004 Hofner 500\/1 Vintage ‘63 Violin “Beatle Bass” V63 in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case and strap. Crafted in Germany and faithfully replicating circa 1963 spec, this model is indelibly linked with Paul McCartney, capturing the round, pillowy thump and definition of the Beatles sound.\u003cbr\u003e \n\u003cbr\u003e \nThere's a distinctive pluck, percussive cut, and hollow thud that this bass delivers even unplugged, with a broad sonic range between the two \"staple\" pickups. The bridge pickup has a more nasally upper-midrange cut and sweet growl, and the neck has a girthy, broad thump. Controls include individual Volume knobs for each pickup as well as a two-way Rhythm\/Solo tone switch which adds a tic-tac cut and presence in the “Solo” position. Featherweight at 4lbs 10oz, this 500\/1 Vintage ‘63 benefits from a professional setup here at Mike \u0026amp; Mike’s Guitar Bar with 39-96 LaBella flatwound strings, easy-playing action, and accurate intonation.\u003cbr\u003e \n\u003cbr\u003e \nNeck Specs:\u003cbr\u003e \n\u003cbr\u003e \n-Wood: Maple\u003cbr\u003e \n-Shape: Round U, measuring .890” at 1st fret, 1.015” at 12th fret\u003cbr\u003e \n-Fretboard: Rosewood, 10” radius, pearloid dot inlay\u003cbr\u003e \n-Frets: Medium, no wear\u003cbr\u003e \n-Scale Length: 30”\u003cbr\u003e \n-Nut: 1.650” (42mm), zero fret\u003cbr\u003e \n-Tuners: Open-gear, oval buttons\u003cbr\u003e \n\u003cbr\u003e \nBody Specs:\u003cbr\u003e \n\u003cbr\u003e \n-Wood: Spruce, Flame Maple\u003cbr\u003e \n-Pickups: 511B “Staple” single coil x2\u003cbr\u003e \n-Controls: Volume x2, Pickup On\/Off switch x2, Rhythm\/Solo switch\u003cbr\u003e \n-Hardware: Ebony bridge, trapeze tailpiece\u003cbr\u003e \n-Plastics: White pearloid pickguard and control plate, gold-top teacup knobs, pearloid heel cap\u003cbr\u003e \n-Serialization: E-prefix in control cavity dates to ‘04\u003cbr\u003e \n\u003cbr\u003e \nThe gloss Sunburst finish presents very cleanly with some light finish scratches and minor marks from careful use. There are a few areas of minor finish loss on the neck profile, feeling smooth and comfortable in the palm.\u003cbr\u003e \n\u003cbr\u003e \nThe original hardshell case is included, along with hangtags, case key, and original Hofner-branded leather strap.","brand":"Hofner","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49663221465344,"sku":"E11112","price":3099.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/4437\/4714\/files\/medium_80b3de01-7764-4559-bba7-6ca50bd30a9f.jpg?v=1788310446","url":"https:\/\/mmguitarbar.com\/products\/2004-hofner-500-1-vintage-63-violin-beatle-bass-staple-pickup-w-case-hangtags-germany","provider":"Mike \u0026 Mike's Guitar Bar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}