Höfner / Hofner / 500/1 / 1963 / Sunburst / Bass
|
In 1956, Walter Höfner designed an electrically amplified, semi-acoustic bass guitar.[1] The hollow body made this style of guitar very light and easy to play, as well as giving it a rich tone, similar to that of the traditional double bass. A major advantage for the bass came in early 1961, when it caught the eye of a young Paul McCartney. McCartney is left-handed, and he admired the instrument's symmetrical shape, allowing him to simply switch sides. The 500/1 was also preferred by a young Gene Simmons prior to his success with KISS, and was often seen photographed with one.
The specific 500/1 bass belonged to the German R&R group The Lords from Berlin. They had in 1964 some hits with Shaking all over and Poor Man. The bass is in a remakebly good shape, almost unplayed for the last 45 years. Neck is straight, electronics work fine, good warm tone. The bass zomes with the original hofner case and vintage strap.
Charlee Guitars, Netherlands 
Custom built by Ley van den Beuken and his crew, Charlee guitars meets the highest standards in todays guitar playabillity.
Built from the finest woods, selected hardware and highest standard pickups, Charlee’s guitars are made to deliver the tone, warmth, clarity and durability you’ve been looking for. Charlee guitars are 100% handcrafted, and can therefore be made to your own specifications. From vintage to ultramodern, from jazz to screaming blues, Charlee can build the guitar you have been searching for. Or you can choose one of the standard series models, designed by Ley van den Beuken himself.
With more then 30 years of experience in building, customizing and repairing guitars, Ley has developed and enhanced his skills to the highest level. Not only as a builder, but also as a player. Having tutored hundreds of students, nobody knows better, what guitarists need in their search for the ultimate sound. All of this is embodied in the quality of the Charlee guitars range.
