Höfner Ignition Violin Bass LTD w/Bag

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Höfner Ignition Violin Bass LTD w/Bag

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Ignition Violin Bass LTD w/Bag

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Product Info

Article Number: 618807
Brand: Höfner
Model: Ignition Violin Bass LTD w/Bag
Price: $592.90

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This Ignition Violin Bass is a fantastic tribute to the legendary Beatles bass, offering a unique vintage vibe at a more accessible price point. It’s surprisingly versatile – great for classic rock, Motown, and anything needing that iconic growl. Ideal for players seeking a distinctive voice and comfortable feel without the premium price tag of a true vintage instrument.

Product Description

Höfner Ignition Violin Bass LTD w/Bag

*Bundle offer comprising*, Höfner Ignition Bass Limited HI-VB-SB

  • *Electric Bass*
  • Beatles Violin Bass Limited Edition with original string holder
  • control panel and zero-fret
  • Body without sound post
  • just like the original
  • Top: Spruce
  • Back and sides: Flamed maple
  • One-piece neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Scale: 760 mm (30")
  • Nut width: 42 mm
  • Fingerboard inlays: Dots
  • Side dots on frets 3 / 5 / 7/ 9 / 12 / 15 / 17 / 19 / 21
  • Cream-coloured binding on top and back
  • Frets: 22
  • Pickups: Two Höfner Ignition Staple humbuckers with nickel covers
  • Electronic switch panel with original tea cups
  • Rosewood bridge
  • Pearloid pickguard
  • Trapeze nickel tailpiece
  • Individual machine heads with pearl buttons
  • Original strings: Höfner Stainless Flatwound HCT1133FS
  • Weight: 2.4 kg
  • Colour: Sunburst
  • 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 delivers a surprisingly articulate and bright tone.
  • • Flamed maple back provides warmth and projection for a balanced sound.
  • • Vintage-style Staple humbuckers offer a thick, growly character.
  • • Cream binding and pearl buttons add a touch of class and visual appeal.
CONS
  • • The shorter 30” scale can feel cramped for players with larger hands.
  • • Without a sound post, the body resonance is diminished compared to originals.
  • • The flatwound strings, while vintage-correct, might feel unfamiliar to some.

Product Video

Key Features

Top Wood Spruce
Back & Sides Flamed Maple
Neck Material Maple
Pickups Höfner Ignition Staple Humbuckers
Scale Length 760 mm (30")
Frets 22
Strings Höfner Stainless Flatwound HCT1
Weight Approximately 4.5 kg (9.9 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

It captures the essence, but lacks the full resonance of a vintage instrument due to the absence of a sound post. Expect a similar growl but with slightly less sustain.
The 30” scale feels noticeably shorter; it's playable, but requires an adjustment in technique, especially for those with bigger hands.
Yes, the pickups are standard humbucker size and can be replaced, allowing for further tonal customization.

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