Höfner Club Bass Ignition SE BK w/Bag

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Höfner Club Bass Ignition SE BK w/Bag

Höfner

Club Bass Ignition SE BK w/Bag

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Product Info

Article Number: 611738
Brand: Höfner
Model: Club Bass Ignition SE BK w/Bag
Price: $471.90

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This Club Bass Ignition SE is a fantastic entry point to the iconic Höfner sound. It’s perfect for Beatles fans, session players, or anyone needing a unique, compact bass with a vintage vibe. The short scale makes it surprisingly versatile – surprisingly nimble for smaller players or those who prefer a more upright playing position.

Product Description

Höfner Club Bass Ignition SE BK w/Bag

*Bundle offer comprising*, Höfner Club Bass Ignition SE Black

  • *Electric Bass*
  • Style: Semi-Hollow with cutaway
  • Top: Spruce
  • Body: Maple
  • Neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Scale: 76 cm
  • Nut width: 42 mm
  • 22 frets
  • Pickups: Two original Höfner Staple humbuckers
  • Control panel with two volume controls
  • Two on / off switches
  • Rhythm/Solo switch for volume boost
  • Original Tea Cup pot knobs on the control panel
  • Nickel-plated hardware
  • Colour: Black
  • Includes certificate of authenticity
  • Höfner Artist Line Gig Bag ViolinBass

*Gig Bag for Electric Bass*, Suitable for Violin-Beatles model, Outside pocket, Strap, Lined, Material: nylon / polyester

PROS
  • • Spruce top adds warmth and clarity to the distinctive Höfner tone.
  • • Maple body provides surprising resonance and sustain for a semi-hollow.
  • • Original Höfner Staple pickups deliver that instantly recognizable, vintage growl.
  • • Gig bag and certificate of authenticity add value and collector appeal.
CONS
  • • 76cm scale length can feel cramped for players with larger hands.
  • • Semi-hollow body makes it more prone to feedback at higher volumes.
  • • Rosewood fretboard might feel a little dry to some players.

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Key Features

Body Material Spruce top, Maple body
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Rosewood
Pickups Two Original Höfner Staple Humbuckers
Scale Length 76 cm (30 inches)
Frets 22
Strings Nickel-plated steel (likely .040-.100 gauge)
Weight Approximately 4.5 kg (9.9 lbs) - typical for a semi-hollow bass

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Frequently Asked Questions

The switch primarily boosts the volume of the pickups, offering a more aggressive, overdriven tone in 'Solo' mode – ideal for fills or adding a bit of extra grit.
The 42mm nut width and shorter scale length can feel a bit snug for players with very large hands, though many find it manageable and unique.
It's a distinct character – less low-end thump than a full-scale, but with a unique, woody warmth and a tighter, more focused midrange that’s very appealing.

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