Key Features
- Inspired by the original '60s Hofner Club Bass - play with history behind you
- Glistening articulation exudes from a stunning spruce top
- Exceptional playability courtesy of smooth rosewood fretboard and short scale
- Beautiful sustain is made possible by a spruce centre block
Hofner HCT 5002 Club Bass, Sunburst Overview
The Hofner HCT 5002 Club Bass is a contemporary version of the original Hofner Club Bass used by Sir Paul McCartney in the '60s. Immerse yourself in a beautiful vintage tone and experience smooth playability courtesy of the short scale design, silky rosewood fretboard, and elegant cutaway. A spruce top and maple back and sides then ensure every single note is coated with shimmering clarity, so you can be sure to blaze through the mix.
At the bridge and neck lie Hofner Staple Nickel pickups, the ultimate powerhouses for that thrilling '60s tone. They produce a crisp and snappy attack that promise great articulation and a mesmerising 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.
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A sparkling spruce top. You can't 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. You'll 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 you're 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 5002 Club 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 ultra-thin, 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 provides tremendous strength and durability.
Back to the '60s
They're 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 easy-to-use volume and tone controls, you can be sure to be instantly recognisable. Sculpt your sound with precision and adjust it quickly and easily without ever disrupting your performance. You'll have a premium bass tone at an affordable price.
Specifications
- Product Code: HCT5002SB
Body
- Top Material: Spruce
- Back & Sides Material: Flamed Maple
- Finish: Sunburst
- Centre Block: Spruce
Neck & Fingerboard
- Neck Material: Maple/Beech/Maple
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Scale Length: 30"
- Nut Width: 42mm
- Number Of Frets: 22
Hardware & Electronics
- Bridge Pickup: Hofner Staple Nickel
- Neck Pickup: Hofner Staple Nickel
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