Höfner 1963 Violin Bass
The following instrument carries the same exact detailed specifications as
Paul McCartney's most famous and iconic model.
Based on serial number, it has been verified that it is the "10th" Violin Bass
to have been imported by the Selmer Musiciacl instrument company
prior to the height of Beatlemania.
Hofner Violin Bass
Serial number 110
(Selmer numbers started at 100)
Sunburst
2 Piece Neck
2 Piece Flamed Figured Back
Long Tailpiece
Strip Machine Heads
Early '63 Pot Codes
Aug '63 Body Date
Selmer Tweed Case
Internally /Externally Original
Condition 8.75+++/10 (exceptional with light - minimal playing wear)
Classic tone and exceptional playability!
History - The instrument comes from the original owner whom purchased directly
from the Selmer Store in London, England in late 1963.
Rarity
The above instrument carries the exact /detailed specification to Pauls original 1963 bass.
This includes the 2 piece neck construction and Strip machine heads, these detailed features are exceptionally rare as only around 6-10 Original Selmer Numbered Basses
featuring these specs exist worlwide .
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