Hofner 500/1 Violin Bass — Guitar Resale Value
Bass GuitarsWhat a used Hofner 500/1 Violin Bass sells for on Reverb (median of 11 recent listings).
Hofner 500/1 Violin Bass value — Used $3,686. Prices updated July 2026.
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Item details
- Brand
- Hofner
- Make
- Hofner
- Model
- 500/1 Violin Bass
- Year
- 1960–1964
- Finishes seen
- Sunburst, Natural
- Used range
- $2,130.34 – $7,658.07
- Sample size
- 11 listings
Hofner 500/1 Violin Bass resale value
The used Hofner 500/1 Violin Bass has a median Reverb asking price of $3,686.48, ranging from $2,130.34 to $7,658.07 across 11 current listings.
What drives the price
For a used bass, year, finish, originality (no mods/refins), and case move the price most. Vintage and limited runs command a premium; player-grade and modified examples sell for less.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Used | $3,686 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $199 / $3,300 / $4,157 | 6 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 17, 2026, 6 live eBay listings ask $199.00–$4,156.88 (median $3,299.99). Asking prices sit about 10% below the typical sold value of $3,686.48 — a window worth checking for buyers.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the typical resale range for a Hofner 500/1?
- Listings for the 1958–1975 Hofner 500/1 Violin Bass range from $2,150 up to $18,160.73.
- What finishes are available for this model?
- Finishes seen in the current listings include Natural, Sunburst, and Violin Sunburst.
- How many 500/1 Violin Basses are currently listed?
- There are currently 26 listings available for the Hofner 500/1 Violin Bass.
