{"product_id":"12-2800005264746","title":"[SN D10031] USED Hofner \/ 500\/1 Vintage 63 [12]","description":"We have received a reissue of the 1963-spec 500\/1.\u003cbr\u003e \nMade in 2003, this is the Hefner Violin Bass, famously known as the instrument of choice for Paul McCartney of The Beatles.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nIt features a spruce top, a hollow body with flamed maple sides and back, and a maple neck with a rosewood fingerboard.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nEquipped with the original Hofner Staple Pickup, it delivers the warm sound unique to a hollow-body instrument.\u003cbr\u003e \nA reissue of the 1963-spec 500\/1 has arrived.\u003cbr\u003e \nThis 2003 Hofner Violin Bass is famously known as the instrument of choice for Paul McCartney of The Beatles.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nIt features a spruce top, a hollow body with flamed maple sides and back, and a maple neck with a rosewood fingerboard.\u003cbr\u003e \nEquipped with an original Hofner Staple Pickup, it delivers the warm sound characteristic of a hollow-body instrument.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nOverall, there are scratches and dents, tarnish and rust on the metal parts, a crack in the escutcheon, and paint cracks near the joint.\u003cbr\u003e \nMore than 70% of the frets remain, the neck is in good condition, and the truss rod is adjustable.\u003cbr\u003e \nCondition Grade: B+: Some scratches, but no issues for normal use\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nSerial Number: D10031\u003cbr\u003e \nYear of Manufacture: 2003\u003cbr\u003e \nCountry of Manufacture: Germany\u003cbr\u003e \nCase: Original hard case\u003cbr\u003e \nWeight: 2.22 kg\u003cbr\u003e \nTruss Rod: Checked up to 60 degrees in both directions; no issues\u003cbr\u003e \nFret Wear: Fret height is sufficient for playable condition\u003cbr\u003e \nString height (low-E string): 3.5 mm at the 12th fret\u003cbr\u003e \nString height (treble side): 3.0 mm at the 12th fret\u003cbr\u003e \nNut width: 41.1 mm\u003cbr\u003e \nNeck thickness near the 1st fret: 21.7 mm\u003cbr\u003e \nScale: 762mm (30\")\u003cbr\u003e \nRADIUS: 254mm (10\")\u003cbr\u003e \nStrings at setup: D'Addario ECB81M \/ .045-.100 set\u003cbr\u003e \nRepairs and Maintenance: Cleaning, string replacement, truss rod adjustment, string height adjustment, electronics repair\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \n* As this is a used item, there may be scratches, dents, and other imperfections that are not visible in the photos or not listed here. Please be aware of this in advance.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \n* Any measurements listed for the truss rod, remaining fret life, or string height were taken by our staff during setup. These values are subject to change due to environmental factors such as climate and humidity.\u003cbr\u003e \nThese measurements are intended as a reference at the time of purchase; we cannot guarantee that the measurements will be identical when the item arrives at your location.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \n* This is a one-of-a-kind item currently listed simultaneously on multiple platforms, including our in-store display. While we strive to promptly remove product listings upon sale, updates may not always be in real time.\u003cbr\u003e \nWe sincerely apologize if the item happens to be sold out after you place your order, and we ask for your understanding.","brand":"HOFNER","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49195964956924,"sku":"12-2800005264746","price":247200.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/2247\/6028\/files\/e4213e243da9497baffb3e0db8a3f167_202605107165832.jpg?v=1781398966","url":"https:\/\/intl.ishibashi.co.jp\/ja\/products\/12-2800005264746","provider":"Ishibashi Music Corporation. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}