older factory basses

[Adrian Levi]

Originally Posted by Ken Smith

Framus and Hofner were neighbors in the same town. Two very big factories. I think the basses look almost the same between the two companies. I have a Hofner here now in a 5-string fully carved from 1977. The workmanship is good as is the sound. I think if it's in good condition and the Top is without cracks the bass is a steal at that price. Set-up is another thing. The Nut is way high on my bass original from the factory and the neck-set is low. Typical German Factory so it may need some wood as miy bass does as well.

Thanks for the info / It's in such good condition that I'm picking it up tomorrow then !! It will make a decent jazz backup instrument I'm sure .