Höfner HCT-500/1-BK Violin Bass CT

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Höfner HCT-500/1-BK Violin Bass CT

Höfner

HCT-500/1-BK Violin Bass CT

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 562772
Brand: Höfner
Model: HCT-500/1-BK Violin Bass CT
Price: $768.90

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This HCT-500/1 is a fantastic tribute to the iconic Beatles bass. The short scale makes it surprisingly comfortable, and those humbuckers give you a warm, vintage tone that's perfect for classic rock, Motown, and anything needing that signature growl. Ideal for players wanting that classic vibe without the premium price tag.

Product Description

  • Höfner HCT-500/1-BK Violin Bass CT
  • Electric Bass
  • Style: Beatles bass with sustain block
  • Body: Maple
  • Top: Spruce
  • Neck: Maple / walnut / maple
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Nut width: 42 mm
  • Scale: 76 cm
  • 22 frets
  • Pickups: Two Höfner H511B "Staple Humbucking" humbuckers
  • Control panel with two original Tea Cup volume controls
  • Two on / off switches
  • Rhythm/Solo switch for volume boost
  • Nickel-plated hardware
  • Colour: Black
PROS
  • • Maple/Spruce construction delivers a surprisingly resonant and warm tone.
  • • Walnut neck reinforcement adds stability and a smooth playing feel.
  • • The H511B humbuckers provide a thick, vintage-voiced growl and clarity.
  • • Tea Cup controls offer a unique, instantly recognizable tonal character.
CONS
  • • The short scale (76cm) may feel cramped for players with larger hands.
  • • The sustain block, while adding some resonance, can also muddy low-end clarity at times.
  • • Limited tonal versatility; best suited for classic rock and vintage tones.

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Key Features

Body Material Maple with Spruce Top
Neck Material Maple/Walnut/Maple
Fingerboard Rosewood
Pickups Höfner H511B "Staple Humbucking"
Scale Length 76 cm (30 inches)
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's a simple boost – essentially a volume potentiometer that adds a noticeable, but controllable, gain to the signal, useful for fills or adding punch.
Given the short scale and typical Höfner setup, occasional fret sprout can occur; a professional setup is recommended for optimal playability and intonation.
The Precision has a longer scale and brighter tone; the Höfner's short scale feels more compact, and its tone is noticeably warmer and rounder with a more pronounced midrange.

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