Product Description
Vintage 1960s Hofner Solid Artist 185 Red Bass Guitar
Vintage 1960s Hofner Solid Artist 185 Red Bass Guitar
This is the UK ‘Artist’ version of this bass guitar. There were a few versions of this – the 182, the 185 and the Professional. They were some of the first solid body guitar that Hofner made – hence the rarity!
Weight: 8.2lbs
Service History
We pride ourselves on our inspection and set up of each guitar, making this ready to plug in and play.
Please note that this is set up to a standard “The Music Locker” deems saleable. Personal preference may differ so please see the ‘Product Details’ section above.
Cosmetic Inspection
Please have a close look at the high resolution photographs below, as these form part of our description.
This is in brilliant condition. An absolute beauty! We struggle to find anything significant to report.
Please bear in mind this is very old so will not be in the exact condition it left the factory.
Originality
In our opinion, this is all original.
Summary
Overall, this is a very rare and collectable guitar. Not only is this sure to increase in value year on year, but also it can be an enjoyed investment.
You’re more than welcome to come along and have a play on this through one of our vintage amplifiers!
Where else but at The Music Locker!
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The Music Locker prides itself on offering vintage and collectable pre-owned instruments and equipment (the Products).
We take all reasonable steps to ensure the equipment has been inspected by a competent person in the UK to ensure it complies with UK safety standards. This may mean it does not comply with the current standards in the country in which it will be subsequently used. It is the purchasers’ responsibility to ensure it is inspected by a competent person knowledgeable with the relevant electrical safety standards within that country, prior to connecting to any live electrical circuit.
It is the philosophy of The Music Locker to keep all items as original as possible, only changing original components when absolutely necessary. This includes valves, capacitors, transformers, potentiometers, frets, etc. This gives the buyer the option of tailoring to their exact needs, and may mean that the item is not operating at optimum performance levels. Therefore, your personal preference may differ, depending on your circumstances (i.e. collector or musician), and you may decide to service the item in more depth upon receiving.
The Music Locker cannot accept responsibility for any costs of refurbishment to a standard different to the one advertised.
