Bidspirit auction | 1960s Hofner 500/1 Beatles /Violin

1960s Hofner 500/1 Beatles /Violin Bass with Blade Pickups -  1960s Hofner 500/1 Beatle/Violin Bass with  Blade Pickups Code : H 00573 The original Höfner 500/1 bass was made in Germany, in small production numbers, and only sold in a few European countries. Popularized in 1963 when The Beatles from Liverpool, UK brought its sound to a global audience. Its lightness, ease of play, deep sound, and striking shape has helped maintain its popularity to this day.  1960 models are amongst the rarest and prettiest 500/1 basses. This instrument is marked as being made in West Germany.  Features: Sunburst Finish Blade Pick-Ups Solid Spruce Top Flat Back Horizontal Logo  Code  : H 00573 We review every item to determine basic condition. If you require a more detailed description or condition report please contact us at: Win@gonbid.com, 845-372-4787, or through our website www.scottdanielsauction.com. All lots are sold in as-is condition at the time of sale, and condition listings are given as a courtesy for guidance only and should be evaluated by personal inspection by the bidder.