Description
Hofner's 500/5 Reeperbahn bass is an old-school tone machine, perfect for players seeking a vintage-inspired hollow body bass. Nicknamed after the Reeperbahn area of Hamburg that sported numerous rock clubs in the '50s and '60s, this bass delivers a warm, classic thump reminiscent of rock 'n' roll's golden era.
The 500/5 Reeperbahn features a fully hollow body crafted with a spruce top and flame maple sides, giving it a bold and organic sound with deep lows, punchy mids, and clear highs. Its body measures 17" wide at the lower bout and 2.5" deep, giving it a more substantial feel, and its 30" scale length makes it easier to pull off dexterous fills and melodic runs. Playing this bass is incredibly fun - its sleek 3-piece flame maple neck fits the hand like a glove, and its rosewood fingerboard feels impeccable.
When plugged in, the Reeperbahn produces a delightful tone - its Diamond pickups give it a rich, woody, and especially 'thumpy' sound. While this bass is great for playing classic rock riffs, its dual volume knobs, pickup switches, and rhythm/solo switch give it plenty of sonic versatility. Just plug it into a vintage tube amp, and it'll sing like you wouldn't believe.
Complete with an ebony bridge, a Trapeze tailpiece, Teacup knobs, and a deluxe hardshell case, the 500/5 Reeperbahn is an excellent bass for Hofner fans looking for a masterfully crafted instrument.
Weight: 5 lbs. 9.9 oz.
Neck Thickness at 1F: 0.86"
Neck Thickness at 12F: 1.04"
Specs
Wood Top: Arched spruce
Soundhole : Traditional F-Hole (2)
Wood Back: Arched - flame maple
Wood Sides: Flame Maple
Purfling Top: Black / White / Black
Purfling Back: Black / White / Black
Binding Sides: White
Neck Wood: Flame maple
neck Construction: 3 piece
Headstock Shape: 500/5 1959 shape
Logo and Artwork: Script Lily
Neck Joint: Set Neck
Joint At: 16th Fret
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Scale: 30"
Inlays: Pearl Dots
Side Dots: Yes
Number of Frets: 21
Bridge Material: Ebony
Hardware Tuners: Open Back
Tuner Buttons: Plastic - pearl
Tailpiece: Hofner Trapeze Nickel - Long
Nut Material: Plastic
Pickguard Pearloid
Pickup Neck: Hofner Diamond Pickup
Pickup Bridge: Hofner Diamond Pickup
Potentiometer Knobs: Hofner Teacup gold cap H909/15
Electronics: Hofner control panel pearloid
Case: Hardshell case
SKU: H500562SBO
