Models

Every model, most significant first.

2 models

  • Technical line drawing of Hofner 500/1

    Hofner 500/1

    Violin-style hollow-body electric bass family

    Electric bass

    The famous "violin bass," a hollow, violin-shaped electric bass made by the German maker Hofner. Lightweight and short-scaled with a warm, thumpy tone, it is inseparable from Paul McCartney, who has played one throughout his career.

  • Technical line drawing of Danelectro Longhorn Bass

    Danelectro Longhorn Bass

    Short-scale Masonite-body electric bass

    Electric bass

    A short-scale electric bass made by the American brand Danelectro, introduced in the late 1950s. Its dramatic twin long horns let a two-octave neck sit on a compact body, and its lightweight Masonite construction and lipstick pickups give a warm, woody tone. An early favourite of players such as John Entwistle.