Höfner Shorty BK

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Höfner Shorty BK

Höfner

Shorty BK

4.6 (19 reviews)

Product Info

Article Number: 168545
Brand: Höfner
Model: Shorty BK
Price: $174.90

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Product Description

  • Höfner Shorty BK
  • Electric Guitar
  • A classics from the 80s
  • Instrument length: 86 cm
  • Basswood body
  • Maple neck
  • Neck attachment: Bolt-on
  • Rosewood fretboard (Dalbergia Latifolia)
  • 24 Frets
  • Scale: 628 mm
  • Nut width: 42 mm
  • Pickup system: 1 Höfner humbucker
  • Fixed tailpiece and bridge in one
  • Colour: Black
  • Includes a bag

Additional Information

About the Höfner Shorty BK

Experience the quality and tone that makes the Höfner Shorty BK a popular choice for musicians.

Perfect For

Perfect for rock, blues, jazz, metal, and pop performances. Essential for band setups and recording studios.

Key Features & Considerations

Available with various pickup configurations, body shapes, and electronic controls for tone shaping. Consider pickup type (single-coil vs humbucker), body wood, and neck profile when choosing.

Why Choose the Höfner Shorty BK?

  • Authentic Höfner craftsmanship and design
  • Versatile sound suitable for multiple musical genres
  • Professional build quality and reliable performance
  • Part of Höfner's respected Electric Guitars lineup

Complete Your Setup

Requires amplifier, cables, picks, and often effects pedals for complete setup.

Compare & Explore

Browse our complete selection of Höfner instruments or explore other Electric Guitars options. Use our comparison tools to find the perfect match for your musical style and budget.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Höfner Shorty BK stands out for its exceptional Höfner craftsmanship and innovative design. This instrument offers professional-grade quality with reliable performance that musicians trust worldwide.
Yes! The Höfner Shorty BK is an excellent choice for beginners. With its affordable price point and quality construction, it's perfect for learning alternative design guitars.
Essential accessories for the Höfner Shorty BK include picks, a strap, and a case or gig bag. A guitar tuner is also highly recommended for keeping your instrument in tune.
Keep your Höfner Shorty BK in good condition by storing it in a case when not in use, cleaning the strings after playing, and scheduling regular setup adjustments. Avoid extreme temperature and humidity changes.
The Höfner Shorty BK offers unique characteristics that set it apart from similar models. For detailed comparisons with specific alternatives, check out our comparison tools above or browse the similar products section to see how it stacks up against other alternative design guitars.

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