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1963 Hofner Violin Bass 500/1

Code: 63HOFVBASS
Brand: Hofner
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  • Hofner Violin Bass
  • Serial number 110
  • (Selmer numbers started at 100)
  • Sunburst
  • 2 Piece Neck
  • 2 Piece Flamed Figured Back
  • Long Tailpiece
  • Strip Machine Heads
  • Early '63 Pot Codes
  • Aug '63 Body Date 
  • Selmer Tweed Case

 

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Höfner 1963 Violin Bass

The following instrument carries the same exact detailed specifications as
Paul McCartney's most famous and iconic model.
Based on serial number, it has been verified that it is the "10th" Violin Bass
to have been imported by the Selmer Musiciacl instrument company
prior to the height of Beatlemania.

  • Hofner Violin Bass
  • Serial number 110
  • (Selmer numbers started at 100)
  • Sunburst
  • 2 Piece Neck
  • 2 Piece Flamed Figured Back
  • Long Tailpiece
  • Strip Machine Heads
  • Early '63 Pot Codes
  • Aug '63 Body Date 
  • Selmer Tweed Case

Internally /Externally Original

Condition 8.75+++/10 (exceptional with light - minimal playing wear)

History - The instrument comes from the original owner whom purchased directly
from the Selmer Store in London, England in late 1963.

Rarity

The above instrument carries the exact /detailed specification to Pauls original 1963 bass.
This includes the 2 piece neck construction and Strip machine heads, these detailed features are exceptionally rare as only around 6-10 Original Selmer Numbered Basses
featuring these specs exist worlwide .

Interest

Based on the originality and general condition of the above instrument can foresee strong interest 
for those who require the ULTIMATE BEATLE BASS!!!

Classic tone and exceptional playability!

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