The Hofner HCT 5001 Left Handed Violin Bass is an exquisite replica of the 1964 original taking us back to the days of the Beatles and delivering a superb vintage sound. Its dazzling compact design includes a short scale of 30″ on a luscious rosewood fretboard allowing you to fret with absolute control and silky-smooth playability. A spruce top and maple back and sides then bring astounding articulation and sparkling brightness to your sound so you can be sure exude deliciously defined notes that will pierce through any heavy mix. Hofner Staple Nickel pickups loaded at the bridge and neck give this bass its thrilling 60s tone. Prepare for crisp attack and the right amount of snap that make for a spine-tingling performance. And better still gorgeous resonance and sustain are produced by the centre block giving you a beautifully balanced sound that is both immersive and articulate. The result of such an innovative design? The perfect mix of vintage sound and modern playability equipping you with everything you need to play comfortably and experience stunningly rich 60s tones. Expertly crafted A sparkling spruce top. You cant get a more exquisitely articulate tonewood. It releases pure excellence in the form of crisp clarity and an astoundingly broad dynamic range – the perfect combination for an unforgettable gig. And thanks to its balanced sonic nature it has heaps of versatility to accommodate a range of playing styles. Youll never be limited; explore new genres or try out new techniques and get ready for your best sound yet. The flamed maple back and sides then ensure you have a sound that is tight and focused. Even when youre playing with incredible dynamics you can be sure to have glistening clarity on your side. Every note will blaze through the mix. And going one step further the HCT 5001 Violin Bass includes a centre block which will enhance your sound with magical levels of sustain and resonance. Smooth playability A sumptuous rosewood fretboard allows for a divine playing experience. And thanks to the short scale of 30″ you can fret with ease and still deliver excellent sound. Let your fingers slide over the silky-smooth 22 frets at rocket speed such an exquisitely crafted fretboard and neck lend themselves to intricate fretting techniques. Rosewood evens out any harsh frequencies giving you a wonderfully balanced tone whilst the maple and beech neck provide tremendous strength and durability. Back to the 60s Theyre a Hofner staple so you know you can rely on them. Hofner Staple Nickel pickups are loaded at the neck and bridge for a 60s-inspired sound. Prepare for a massive classic and beautifully vintage tone. And thanks to the famous Hofner control panel which includes EQ controls and a volume dial for each pickup you can be sure to be instantly recognisable. Sculpt your sound with precision and adjust it quickly and easily without ever disrupting your performance. Youll have a premium bass tone at an affordable price. Specifications Product Code: HCT5001SBBody & Bridge: Shape: Violin Bass Top Wood Material: Spruce Back/Side Wood Material: Flame Maple Soundhole: N/A Finish: Sunburst Binding: Top: Black / White / Black Back: Black / White / Black Sides: White Center Block: Spruce Bridge Material: Ebony Bridge Type: Hofner Fretted Neck & Fingerboard: Wood: Maple / Beech / Maple Construction: Three Piece Headstock Shape: Violin Bass Logo & Artwork: Script Neck Joint: Violin Bass Set Neck Joint Position: 16th Fret Neck & FB Thickness @ 1st Fret: 22mm Neck & FB Thickness Near Heel: 24mm Fingerboard Wood: Rosewood Scale: 30 / 760mm Nut Width: 42mm Width @ 12th Fret: 48mm Inlays: Dot Binding: White Side Dots: Yes Number Of Frets: 22 Pickups & Hardware: Bridge Pickup: Hofner Staple Nickel Neck Pickup: Hofner Staple Nickel Tuners: Single Nickel Tailpiece: Trapeze Nickel Controls: Hofner Control Panel Tuner Buttons: Pearl Nut Material: Plastic Pickguard: White Pearl Potentiometer Knobs: Black/Silver Strings: Hofner HCT Roundwound