Höfner
Germany, est. 1946 · 171 products across 2 categories
About Höfner
Höfner, a name synonymous with iconic bass guitars, boasts a rich history rooted in German craftsmanship. Established post-World War II, the brand initially produced violins and other stringed instruments before gaining global recognition for its distinctive, often quirky, designs. Today, Höfner maintains a reputation for providing accessible, quality instruments with a unique aesthetic appeal, particularly within the bass guitar world.
- • Excellent value for money
- • Distinctive, recognizable aesthetics
- • Comfortable shortscale options
- • Wide range of models available
- • Historically significant designs
- • Electronics can sometimes feel budget-oriented
- • Finish quality occasionally inconsistent
- • Can lack the prestige of higher-end brands
- • Some models feel dated
- • Limited innovation in recent years
Höfner Products
Höfner HGL5 Green Line
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Höfner Ignition Violin Bass LTD w/Bag
4-String Semi-Acoustic Basses
Höfner Ignition Bass Limited HI-VB-SB
4-String Semi-Acoustic Basses
Höfner Ignition Violin Bass BK SE
4-String Semi-Acoustic Basses
Höfner HA-CS2025 Steelstring
Other Acoustic Guitars
Höfner Club Bass Ignition SE Black
4-String Basses
Höfner HLE-EUZ24 Cedar/Eucalyptus
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Höfner HML-RBF Spruce/Royal Blackwood
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Höfner Meister Series HM65-F-CE
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Alfred Stingl by Höfner THO-175-V SE Violin Set 1/4
1/4 Violins
Alfred Stingl by Höfner THO-175-V SE Violin Set 1/2
1/2 Violins
Alfred Stingl by Höfner THO-175-V SE Violin Set 3/4
3/4 and 7/8 Violins
Alfred Stingl by Höfner THO-175-V SE Violin Set 4/4
Acoustic Violins
Höfner HF 13-1/2 Classical
1/2 Size Classical Guitars
Höfner HF16 Classical
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Höfner HF18 Classical
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Höfner HLE-TIZ24 Fichte/Tineo
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Höfner HLE-KBF23 Fichte/Kernbuche
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Höfner HLE-AF23 Alpenfichte/Bergahorn
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Höfner Shorty Turquoise Blue
Travel Guitars
Höfner Shorty Cream
Alternative Design Guitars
Höfner HLE-KF23 Limited
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Höfner HML-BGF Limited
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Höfner HLE-SPF24 Limited
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Höfner Verythin Bass HCT-500-7 BK
4-String Semi-Acoustic Basses
Höfner HA-MS5 Steelstring
Other Acoustic Guitars
Höfner HM68 Master Series
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Höfner HML-BF Limited Green Line
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Höfner Club Bass Vintage Relic Black
4-String Basses
Höfner HGL14 Green Line
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Höfner Shorty Violin Guitar Black
Shortscale Guitars
Höfner Höfner H500/1-63-60th Anni II
Signature Basses
Höfner Club Bass Vintage Relic
Basses
Höfner Shorty Guitar Yellow
Alternative Design Guitars
Höfner HCT-500/1-BK Violin Bass CT
4-String Basses
Höfner Shorty Violin Guitar
Shortscale Guitars
Höfner Shorty Violin Bass CT Red
Short Scale Basses
Höfner Shorty Violin Bass BK
Short Scale Basses
Karl Höfner Presto 3/4 Violin Outfit
3/4 and 7/8 Violins
Karl Höfner H4/2A-C Cello 4/4
Acoustic Cellos
Karl Höfner H11A-VA Viola 16,5"
Acoustic Violas
Karl Höfner H11-V Violin 1/4
1/4 Violins
Karl Höfner H11-V Violin 1/2
1/2 Violins
Alfred Stingl by Höfner AS-170-VA Viola Set 13"
Acoustic Violas
Alfred Stingl by Höfner AS-170-VA Viola Set 14"
Acoustic Violas
Frequently Asked Questions About Höfner
While Höfner has a long history of German manufacturing, many instruments are now produced in Eastern Europe under the supervision of the original German design team, maintaining design integrity.
Absolutely. The shortscale basses, in particular, are very approachable for younger players or those with smaller hands, and the overall affordability makes them a great entry point.
The Violin Bass was initially designed to be a cost-effective alternative to Fender basses, utilizing readily available violin-making techniques and materials, resulting in its distinctive shape.
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