{"product_id":"used-left-handed-hofner-contemporary-500-1-violin-bass-sunburst","title":"USED Hofner Contemporary HCT 500\/1 Violin Left Handed Electric Bass - Sunburst","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe photos listed are of the actual instrument for sale. All instruments are shot by our in-house photography team. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Guitar:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Number: A0118Y799\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight: 6 lbs 6.6 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bass is in excellent used condition. It was made in China. This bass is a recreation of the bass that Paul McCartney made famous. There are next to no signs of wear on this bass. The finish is clean with only a few faint surface scratches. The neck is robust with few signs of wear. All electronics and hardware function as they should. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom the Manufacturer: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStep into a world of timeless sound with the Hofner Violin Bass CT HCT-500\/1 from the Contemporary Series. This electric bass, inspired by the legendary model that captured the hearts of musicians in the '60s, is crafted for today's discerning player. With a \u003cstrong\u003esemi-hollowbody design\u003c\/strong\u003e and a spruce top paired with flame maple back and sides, it offers a rich, resonant tone that's both warm and articulate. The 3-piece maple and beech neck ensures stability and sustain, making it a joy to play across any genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEquipped with Hofner's renowned \u003cstrong\u003eStaple humbuckers\u003c\/strong\u003e, this bass guitar delivers that classic, woody tone that's synonymous with Hofner's legacy. The tone controls are designed in the traditional 500\/1 style, allowing you to shape your sound with precision. Whether you're channeling the spirit of classic rock or exploring new sonic landscapes, the Hofner Violin Bass CT HCT-500\/1 is your perfect companion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts iconic look and feel are matched by its exceptional playability, making it a standout choice for both stage and studio. Embrace the legacy and craftsmanship of Hofner, a name that has been synonymous with quality since 1887, and let this bass inspire your musical journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody -\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eTop Material: Spruce \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eLaminate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" id=\"docs-internal-guid-022cdf1d-7fff-fe30-e9bd-76ec1eb0936a\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eBody Material: \u003cspan class=\"rt_cf_p_data_body_material\"\u003eFlame Maple \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eLaminate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rt_cf_p_data_body_material\"\u003eCenter Block: Spruce\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; 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font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eNeck Material: Maple\/Beech\/Maple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eFretboard Material: Jatoba\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eInlays: Pearloid Dot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eScale Length: 30\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eNumber of Frets: 22\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eWidth at Nut: 42mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eNeck Construction: Set Neck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardware -\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" id=\"docs-internal-guid-1d2957c7-7fff-bbe2-c97d-89fac26d9002\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eBridge: Ebony Adjustable Saddle Bridge with Trapezoid Tailpiece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; 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font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eHardware Color: Chrome\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectronics -\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eBridge Pickup: Hofner Staple Humbucker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; 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