Dec 1, 2025 · Hofner is notorious for having made their instruments with whatever bits and pieces they had hanging around on a given day, or even the phase of the moon. I've owned and …

Jan 24, 2003 · Traditionally I'd always known Hofner to have their top tier Made in Germany Line > Contemporary Series > Ignition Series. Now I'm seeing listings with "C-Series" "Icon Series" …

Apr 19, 2005 · You can get a VV control with the standard hofner wiring and control panel. Just turn everything “on” and adjust the 2 knobs as your volumes for each pickup.

Jun 10, 2020 · I recently started learning bass and have a Hofner Ignition. I am ready to try switching to flat-wounds, as I hear many prefer them, especially on this type of bass. I don’t …

Jun 14, 2020 · Hofner Bass 500/1 How to find year made Michael McCarty Jun 14, 2020 date the hofner 500/1 by serial number hofner bass 500/1 made in germany vintage '62 or actual 1962 …

Apr 29, 2007 · Hofner's sold through their UK distributor Selmer of London during the 60's had serial numbers stamped on the back of the headstock. Those serial numbers are very …

Jan 9, 2005 · A few thoughts on the Hofner Beatle bass, having had a vintage 60's German and a few Contemporary and Icon/ Ignition models... 1) I love 'em 2) ALL Hofners require a lot of …

Dec 8, 2009 · I have owned a 1966 Hofner 500/1, a Contemporary series Beatle Bass and an Icon Beatle Bass. My 2 cents: The 1966 Hofner had a really cool vibe. Lighter than either the …

May 28, 2018 · Which Hofner Bass is both the most aesthetically pleasing and pleasing in terms of sound? How do they compete with chowny’s, Epiphones, fender’s or others in the price-range?

Jan 4, 2021 · I was thinking of buying a Hofner Violin bass because of that unique sound. but I was wondering if there were any major disadvantages or advantages in buying one. and I also …