HOFNER 500/1 BASS GUITAR aka “The Beatle Bass” 1958/59 RARE & EXQUISITE.
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HOFNER
500/1
BASS GUITAR
aka
“The Beatle Bass”
1958/59
RARE & EXQUISITE.
This extremely rare and iconic guitar is offered today for sale from my private collection. I am not a dealer and each guitar I sell, as is this one, comes from my own collection. It is a superb example of the early “violin” style bass guitar built by the Hofner Company then located in Bubenreuth, Germany.
THE GUITAR.
This example shows details that indicate its building during this time period:
- Horizontal logo on headstock.
- Square control panel.
- “Black Bar” pickups shown close together.
- Flat back.
- Tuners are from this same time period in the history of Hofner but are different from the normal “plain” open tuners with oval buttons. These are original to this guitar and appear to have been sourced from Hofner’s stock of “deluxe” tuners used on their “high end” guitars of that era.
CONDITION.
That’s difficult for a true vintage guitar like this one.
If I were evaluating its cosmetic condition objectively as “just an old guitar”, it would be graded “poor” because it shows wear from being played and repaired:
- The neck has been reset.
- The neck joint is messy.
- There are lots of scratches, scrapes, nicks, worn spots, etc. on it.
- It plays good but not absolutely great because of the neck reset (can be done again if you desire to do it).
And if I were to evaluate it subjectively, I would rate it in “excellent” condition based on:
- It smells “good old”. As you expect a well-played almost 60-year guitar to smell.
- Its sound is incredible. All electronics work well and produce that “McCartney” thump that we first heard on “I Want to Hold Your Hand” but with more depth because the pickups on this guitar are the “black bar” pieces that just seem to resonate more in the hollow body. And I believe the rosewood fretboard adds to the depth of sound of this guitar because it has aged so well.
- It is incredibly beautiful-in an almost exotic way. The spruce top finish has faded to a soft and warm hue that merits being called “relic”. Same is true for the “relic” patina of the laminate maple back (flat two piece) and the sides. Look at the photos to understand its beauty.
- It has personality. All vintage guitars tell a story of past music made which leaves them with a personality. This piece came to my collection from a player in France who has owned, and played it, for 30+ years in various rock bands. Its personality was formed by that genre. Look at the neck wear. He played a lot of low notes up high on the neck.
- It is a collector piece. If you are a serious Hofner collector, this is a great piece to add to that collection. If you want to be a serious Hofner collector, this is a great place to start. And if you want to have a collection of one guitar only, this is the one for you. Everyone who sees it will recognize it.
MY TRY IT OUT POLICY.
Understanding the normal hesitation of buying a guitar without first playing it, I want to make sure these guitars make you happy. To accomplish that, I want you to try them for 72 hours (three days). Play them, hold them, walk around with them on your back, sleep with then-whatever it takes for you to make sure these are the ones for you. During that time, you can return them for a full refund of your payment price (but of course they need to be treated well while you have them, as I expect you will) less shipping cost and you must pay the cost to ship it back to us.
If one arrives damaged, please let me know immediately by email. Be sure to hold onto all packing material and the box. I will contact the shipper for an inspection. Remember that this can take up to a couple of weeks but I will rush it along.
Minor problems. If there is a problem with one of the guitars when it arrives, e.g., loose wires etc. then I will work with you to get it repaired by someone in your area.
OTHER POLICIES.
A. Payment Policy: PAYMENT DUE WITHIN 24 HOURS OF PURCHASE.
B. Shipping Policy: I will ship to the continental USA ONLY.
C. Return Policy:
1. Returnable within 3 days of delivery. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging and no signs of use. Buyer pays all return shipping costs.
2. Returns of undamaged and unmodified instruments may allowed, with permission of Seller, for a period of up to 14 days following delivering but will be subject to a 20% restocking fee. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging and no signs of use. Buyer assumes responsibility for all return shipping costs.
D. Refunds: Buyer receives a full refund in their original payment method less any shipping charges and restocking fees if appropriate.
E. The guarantee:
1. The guitar is in the cosmetic condition as described in this ad. Used guitars will all have signs of use to include dings, dents, scratches, smudges, etc.
2, The guitar is in fully operational condition.
3. Buyer has 72 hrs. to inspect the guitar or have it inspected. Any defects, damage, misrepresentations or other problems must be reported within that time period in writing to the Seller.
4. In the case of damage during shipment, Buyer shall immediately inform seller of such damage and will maintain all original packing materials and box for inspection by the transportation company.
5. If other problems are discovered, Seller will either arrange for repair etc. at a location near the Buyer or request that the Buyer return the guitar to the Seller. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging and no signs of use. Buyer assumes responsibility for all return shipping costs.
Seller will correct indicated problems and ship the guitar back to the Buyer within 7-10 days of receiving it.
6. Refund Procedure.
a. In the event that the guitar cannot be repaired or replaced with a similar item from Seller’s inventory, the Seller will provide a full refund in their original payment method less any shipping charges and restocking fees if appropriate.
b. During this 72-hour evaluation period, the Buyer may return the guitar for any reason by notifying Seller and receiving a Return Authorization number. Guitar must be in the same condition as received by the Buyer. Buyer pays cost of shipping guitar back to Seller.
c. Returns may be allowed, with permission of Seller and issuance of RA#, after the 72 hour evaluation period for up to 14 days total but a standard 20% Restocking Fee will be charged for the return. Guitar must be in the same condition as received by the Buyer. Buyer pays cost of shipping guitar back to Seller.
NOTE: I want each Buyer of a guitar from my collection to be pleased and happy with his/her purchase so let me know immediately of any problems with your purchase so that we can work it out. Thanks.
PAYPAL.
SHIPPING CHARGES. The charges listed in this ad are for the continental US only. Shipment outside that area is at actual cost and Buyer must pay all tariffs, duties, and other charges that may be levied on the item when it is imported into its final destination. And for foreign buyers, please request a quote for shipping cost before you bid. No surprises are always good. And please do not ask that we use a lower value for an export shipment.
NOTE: WE WILL NOT SHIP TO ANY THIRD PARTY AND WE WILL NOT DO SHIP TO ANY FIRM, SUCH AS Shop Airlines America or sekaimon WHO RESHIPS THE ITEM OUTSIDE THE USA.
SHIPPING DAMAGE. Any external, or internal, shipping damage MUST BE REPORTED to Seller and to Carrier within 24 hours of receipt of delivery. IT IS THE BUYER?S RESPONSIBILITY TO NOTIFY SELLER IMMEDIATELY IF THE INSTRUMENT HAS INCURRED ANY DAMAGE DURING SHIPMENT. IN THE EVENT OF SUCH DAMAGE, PLEASE RETAIN ALL SHIPPING MATERIALS FOR INSPECTION.NO EXCEPTION.
1. Payment must be received within five days of the end of the auction.
2. NO REFUNDS. Please ask your questions before you bid. As noted under "Shipping", we will repair any defective item. This does not apply to shipping damage or to damage after receipt. Please note that every guitar we sell has been fully audited, tested, set up,inspected, and photograph prior to shipment.
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