Hofner Violin Bass 500/1 — Guitar Resale Value
Bass GuitarsWhat a used Hofner Violin Bass 500/1 sells for on Reverb (median of 2 recent listings).
Hofner Violin Bass 500/1 value — Used $7,145. Prices updated July 2026.
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Item details
- Brand
- Hofner
- Make
- Hofner
- Model
- Violin Bass 500/1
- Year
- 1964–1965
- Finishes seen
- Vilolin Sunburst, Violin Burst
- Used range
- $6,192.26 – $7,144.92
- Sample size
- 2 listings
Hofner Violin Bass 500/1 resale value
The used Hofner Violin Bass 500/1 has a median Reverb asking price of $7,144.92, ranging from $6,192.26 to $7,144.92 across 2 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 | $7,145 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $199 / $499.99 / $4,157 | 6 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 16, 2026, 6 live eBay listings ask $199.00–$4,156.88 (median $499.99). Asking prices sit about 93% below the typical sold value of $7,144.92 — a window worth checking for buyers.
Frequently asked questions
- What finishes are available for the 1964-65 Hofner Violin Bass 500/1?
- Finishes seen for this model include Violin Sunburst and Violin Burst.
- What is the current resale price range for this vintage bass?
- The used range for the Hofner Violin Bass 500/1 is between $6,295.72 and $7,264.29.
- How many listings are currently available for this model?
- There are currently 2 listings available for the Hofner Violin Bass 500/1.
