Höfner HLE-KF23 Limited
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Höfner
HLE-KF23 Limited
Product Info
Article Number:
595764
Brand:
Höfner
Model:
HLE-KF23 Limited
Category:
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
Price:
$878.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Höfner is a beautifully crafted classical guitar offering a unique tonal blend. The solid spruce top shines with clarity, while the chestnut back adds a lovely warmth and maturity. It's a fantastic choice for intermediate to advanced classical players looking for a distinctive voice and German build quality.
Product Description
- Höfner HLE-KF23 Limited
- Classical Guitar
- Limited Edition
- Top: selected solid spruce
- Back and sides: Chestnut
- Neck: Alder
- Fingerboard: smoked oak
- Scale: 650 mm
- Nut width: 50 mm
- Nut: NuBone
- 19 Frets
- Smoked oak bridge with bone saddle
- Gold-plated machine heads
- Finish: Höfner Green Line (oil and wax)
- Colour: Natural
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Solid spruce top delivers a bright, articulate tone with surprising projection.
- • Chestnut back and sides impart a warm, mature resonance – a unique tonal character.
- • Alder neck provides excellent stability and a comfortable, familiar feel for many players.
- • Gold-plated machine heads ensure smooth, precise tuning and a touch of visual elegance.
CONS
- • Chestnut can be a somewhat visually polarizing wood; not universally appealing.
- • The smoked oak fingerboard, while attractive, might feel slightly less slick than ebony to some.
- • Limited edition status could impact future parts availability down the line.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Selected Solid Spruce
Back & Sides
Chestnut
Neck Material
Alder
Fingerboard
Smoked Oak
Scale Length
650 mm
Frets
19
Nut Width
50 mm
Weight
1.85 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
Chestnut generally produces a more focused, slightly drier tone than rosewood, with less low-end boom; it's warmer than mahogany but with more clarity.
Yes, the oil and wax finish tends to be more resonant and allows the wood to breathe better, potentially offering a more nuanced tonal response and a softer feel.
While Höfner generally supports their instruments, limited editions can sometimes present challenges; it's wise to keep an eye out for common replacement parts or consider a luthier for specialized repairs.
