Höfner Club Bass Vintage Relic Black
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Höfner
Club Bass Vintage Relic Black
Product Info
Article Number:
585169
Brand:
Höfner
Model:
Club Bass Vintage Relic Black
Category:
4-String Basses
Price:
$3,958.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Club Bass is a fantastic choice for players chasing that classic, slightly quirky Höfner vibe. The aged black finish looks fantastic, and the spruce top gives it more bite than you’d expect from a short-scale instrument. It’s ideal for Motown, vintage rock, or anyone wanting a unique, instantly recognizable tone.
Product Description
- Höfner Club Bass Vintage Relic Black
- Electric Bass
- Top: Spruce
- Body: flamed maple
- 2 Piece maple neck
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Scale: 762 mm (30")
- Nut width: 42 mm
- 22 Frets
- Pickup: 2 Höfner humbuckers
- Trapeze tailpiece
- Colour: Aged Black
- Includes case
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Spruce top delivers surprising clarity and articulation for a vintage-style bass.
- • Flamed maple body provides warmth and sustain, beautifully showcased by the relic finish.
- • Höfner humbuckers offer a thick, growly tone perfect for classic rock and Motown.
- • German craftsmanship ensures excellent build quality and reliable performance for years.
CONS
- • The shorter scale length (30") limits low-end extension compared to longer scales.
- • Relic finish, while aesthetically pleasing, might not appeal to players wanting a pristine look.
- • The trapeze tailpiece can make string changes slightly more cumbersome.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Spruce top, Flamed Maple back and sides
Neck Material
2-Piece Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
2 Höfner Humbuckers
Scale Length
762 mm (30")
Frets
22
Strings
Nickel-plated steel (likely .045-.105 gauge)
Weight
Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It aims to replicate the core tone, but modern pickups and German build quality provide a tighter, more consistent response than many original models.
No, the vintage relic finish is applied by hand, so each bass will have unique wear patterns and character – no two are exactly alike.
The 30” scale can feel a bit cramped for players with very large hands, but most will find it manageable and appreciate the ease of navigation.
