Höfner Shorty Violin Guitar
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Höfner
Shorty Violin Guitar
Product Info
Article Number:
560335
Brand:
Höfner
Model:
Shorty Violin Guitar
Category:
Shortscale Guitars
Price:
$262.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Höfner Shorty is a seriously fun, budget-friendly instrument. It nails that classic, slightly quirky vintage vibe, and the short scale makes it a breeze to play. Perfect for beginners, players wanting a travel bass, or anyone after a unique, instantly playable instrument for blues or rock.
Product Description
- Höfner Shorty Violin Guitar
- Electric Guitar
- Style: Violin Bass
- Body: Mahogany
- One-piece neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Scale: 628 mm (24.7")
- Nut width: 42 mm
- 22 Frets
- Pickups: 2 Höfner humbuckers
- Wraparound bridge
- Teacup potentiometer knobs
- Dimensions (L x W x D): 89 x 23 x 5 cm
- Colour: Sunburst
- Includes gig bag
PROS
- • Mahogany body provides a warm, resonant low-end foundation.
- • Short scale (628mm) offers exceptional playability, especially for smaller hands.
- • Höfner humbuckers deliver a thick, vintage-inspired tone suitable for rock and blues.
- • Wraparound bridge simplifies setup and enhances sustain compared to traditional setups.
CONS
- • Rosewood fingerboard can feel a bit dry; consider occasional oiling.
- • Limited tonal versatility; excels in rock/blues, less suited for modern genres.
- • Mahogany body, while warm, can make it feel slightly heavier than some alternatives.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
2 Höfner Humbuckers
Scale Length
628 mm (24.7")
Frets
22
Bridge
Wraparound
Weight
Approximately 4.5 kg (9.9 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's a bit more focused and less boomy than a full-size; the shorter scale and humbuckers tighten the low end.
They're humbuckers, so they offer good noise rejection, but they aren't boutique-grade – expect a touch of vintage hum at higher gain.
The neck is fairly standard C-shape, but the nut width of 42mm might feel a bit snug for those with very large hands.
