Höfner
Germany, est. 1946 · 243 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
Karl Höfner H11A-VA Viola 15"
Acoustic Violas
Karl Höfner H4/3A-C Cello 4/4
Acoustic Cellos
Höfner HCT 500/1 CV Violin Bass CT SB
Miscellaneous 4-String Basses
Karl Höfner H115-BG-V 4/4 Violin
Acoustic Violins
Höfner H500/1-61-0 Cavern Bass Left
Signature Basses
Höfner Shorty Bass BK
Miscellaneous 4-String Basses
Höfner H500/1-61-0 Beatles CavernBass
Miscellaneous Basses
Karl Höfner H9-V Violin 3/4
3/4 and 7/8 Violins
Karl Höfner H9-V Violin 4/4
Acoustic Violins
Höfner HGL7 Green Line
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Karl Höfner H11-VA Viola 13"
Acoustic Violas
Karl Höfner H11-VA Viola 15"
Acoustic Violas
Karl Höfner H11-VA Viola 16"
Acoustic Violas
Karl Höfner H225-GG-V Guarneri del Gesu
Acoustic Violins
Karl Höfner H225-TB-V Tommaso Balestieri
Acoustic Violins
Karl Höfner H225-CB-V Carlo Bergonzi
Acoustic Violins
Karl Höfner H225-FR-V Francesco Ruggieri
Acoustic Violins
Karl Höfner H225-BG-V G.B. Guadagnini
Acoustic Violins
Höfner Ignition Beatles Bass V Bundle
4-String Lefthanded Basses
Höfner Ignition VSB LH SE
4-String Lefthanded Basses
Höfner HM65-F-S Senorita
7/8 Size Classical Guitars
Karl Höfner H11-V Violin 4/4
Acoustic Violins
Karl Höfner H7-V Violin 4/4
Acoustic Violins
Höfner H500/2-CV Club
Miscellaneous 4-String Basses
Höfner HCT-500/2-SB Club-Bass
Miscellaneous Basses
Höfner HCT-500/1L-SB Violin Bass CTLH
4-String Lefthanded Basses
Karl Höfner H4/2-C 4/4 Cello
Acoustic Cellos
Höfner HCT-500/1-SB Violin Bass CT
Miscellaneous 4-String Basses
Höfner Shorty BK
Alternative Design Guitars
Höfner Pickup 62/63 H511/b
Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses
Höfner Vintage 500/1 62 Mersey
Miscellaneous 4-String Basses
Höfner HM83
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Höfner HZ25
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Höfner HF15
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Höfner Shorty Bass Turquoise Blue
Miscellaneous Basses
Höfner H500/1 Artist Violin Bass BK
4-String Semi-Acoustic Basses
Höfner Ukulele Violin Bass Size
Tenor Ukuleles
Karl Höfner H4/2A-C Cello 7/8
Acoustic Cellos
Alfred Stingl by Höfner AS-170-VA Viola Set 15"
Acoustic Violas
Höfner Verythin CT Special Sunburst
Semiacoustic Guitars
Höfner Shorty Deluxe Blue
Shortscale Guitars
Alfred Stingl by Höfner AS-190-V Violin Set 4/4
Acoustic Violins
Höfner Shorty Deluxe RD
Alternative Design Guitars
Höfner Verythin Bass HCT-500/8-DC
Miscellaneous 4-String Basses
Höfner Verythin Bass-HCT-500/7 SB
Miscellaneous 4-String Basses
Höfner HCT-500/2-BK Club-Bass
Miscellaneous Basses
Höfner HZ23
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Höfner Meister Steelstring HA-MS87-GL
Master / Masterclass Guitars
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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