{"title":"Hofner Bass","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHofner Bass Guitars\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHofner bass guitars are among the most recognisable and distinctive basses ever made, celebrated for their lightweight feel, vintage character and unmistakable warm tone. With a rich heritage dating back decades, Hofner instruments continue to be loved by musicians seeking classic styling and a unique playing experience.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFrom the legendary Violin Bass and Club Bass models through to contemporary variations, Hofner bass guitars are known for their hollow and semi-hollow construction, smooth playability and rich, rounded sound. Their distinctive retro aesthetic and comfortable design have made them a favourite for generations of players across rock, pop, indie and beyond.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhether you are looking for an iconic vintage-inspired bass, a lightweight instrument for long performances or something with undeniable personality, Hofner bass guitars offer timeless style and a sound all of their own.\u003c\/h4\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hofner-ignition-cavern-violin-bass-sunburst","title":"Hofner Ignition \"Cavern\" Violin Bass Sunburst","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHofner Ignition \"Cavern\" Violin Bass Sunburst\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"498\"\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eHofner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Ignition “Cavern” Violin Bass Sunburst delivers the legendary look, tone, and feel of one of the most iconic bass guitar designs in music history. Inspired by the classic Höfner violin bass models of the 1960s and 70s, this short-scale hollow body bass guitar provides warm vintage tones, lightweight comfort, and timeless style at an affordable price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"500\" data-end=\"846\"\u003eUnlike the HCT version, the Ignition Cavern Violin Bass features a fully hollow body with no centre block, allowing it to produce a rich, resonant sound with excellent acoustic character. The body is crafted with a spruce top and flame maple back and sides, giving the instrument both stunning vintage aesthetics and natural tonal warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"1146\"\u003eThe 30-inch short scale length makes this bass incredibly comfortable to play, especially for players who prefer a smaller neck or easier reach across the fretboard. The maple\/beech\/maple neck paired with a smooth rosewood fingerboard provides excellent playability across all 22 frets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1518\"\u003eEquipped with Höfner Ignition Staple Nickel pickups, the bass delivers classic vintage tones with smooth low-end warmth and articulate highs. The traditional Höfner control panel allows players to shape their tone easily, while the wooden bridge and classic Höfner-style tailpiece maintain the authentic design that has made this instrument famous worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1717\"\u003eThe violin bass design is famously associated with \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003ePaul McCartney\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e of \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe Beatles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, making it one of the most recognisable bass guitars ever produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1719\" data-end=\"1735\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIconic violin-style hollow body bass guitar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully hollow body construction for warm, resonant tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic Sunburst gloss finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpruce top with flame maple back and sides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComfortable 30” short scale bass design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaple\/Beech\/Maple neck for strength and stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth rosewood fingerboard with 22 frets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual Höfner Ignition Staple Nickel pickups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic Hofner control panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional wooden bridge and Höfner tailpiece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2222\" data-end=\"2240\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Sunburst\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop Wood: Spruce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack \u0026amp; Sides: Flame Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCentreblock: None (Fully Hollow Body)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck: Maple \/ Beech \/ Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingerboard: Rosewood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale Length: 30\" \/ 76 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNut Width: 42 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrets: 22\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickups: Hofner Ignition Staple Nickel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2562\" data-end=\"2577\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2578\" data-end=\"2885\"\u003eThe Hofner Ignition Cavern Violin Bass is ideal for musicians looking for vintage bass tone, classic style, and lightweight comfort. 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Designed for players seeking authentic 1960s-style bass tone, this lightweight short-scale hollow body bass guitar combines classic aesthetics with smooth playability and versatile electronics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"506\" data-end=\"880\"\u003eFeaturing a fully hollow body construction with no centre block, the Ignition Violin Bass produces rich resonance and natural warmth, making it perfect for classic rock, pop, indie, and vintage-inspired music styles. The spruce top provides sparkling clarity and articulation, while the flame maple back and sides add brightness and definition to every note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003eThe comfortable 30-inch short scale length makes this bass easy to play, especially for players who prefer a compact neck or lighter instrument. A one-piece maple neck with a rosewood fingerboard ensures smooth playability across the 22 frets, while white binding and dot inlays complete the vintage-inspired look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1565\"\u003eEquipped with Hofner Ignition Staple Nickel pickups, this bass delivers the classic warm low-end and smooth vintage tone associated with the legendary violin bass design. The traditional Hofner control panel allows you to shape your sound with ease, while the rosewood bridge and nickel trapeze tailpiece maintain the authentic Hofner styling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1758\"\u003eThe violin bass design is famously associated with \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003ePaul McCartney\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e of \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe Beatles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, making it one of the most iconic bass guitars ever produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1760\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003eIconic violin-style hollow body bass guitar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"1878\"\u003eClassic black gloss finish with white binding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1924\"\u003eSpruce top for clarity and articulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1927\" data-end=\"1986\"\u003eFlame maple back and sides for brightness and resonance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003e30” short scale length for comfortable playability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2046\" data-end=\"2096\"\u003eOne-piece maple neck with rosewood fingerboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2099\" data-end=\"2127\"\u003e22 frets with dot inlays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2130\" data-end=\"2176\"\u003eDual Hofner Ignition Staple Nickel pickups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2179\" data-end=\"2242\"\u003eTraditional Hofner control panel for versatile tone shaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2245\" data-end=\"2293\"\u003eRosewood bridge and nickel trapeze tailpiece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2296\" data-end=\"2346\"\u003eLightweight design ideal for long playing sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2348\" data-end=\"2366\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2369\" data-end=\"2407\"\u003eBody Shape: Ignition Violin Bass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2410\" data-end=\"2432\"\u003eTop Wood: Spruce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2435\" data-end=\"2466\"\u003eBack \u0026amp; Sides: Flame Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2469\" data-end=\"2488\"\u003eFinish: Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2491\" data-end=\"2511\"\u003eBinding: White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2514\" data-end=\"2553\"\u003eCentre Block: None (Fully Hollow)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2556\" data-end=\"2583\"\u003eNeck: One-piece Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2586\" data-end=\"2613\"\u003eFingerboard: Rosewood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2648\"\u003eScale Length: 30\" \/ 760 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2651\" data-end=\"2673\"\u003eNut Width: 42 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2676\" data-end=\"2691\"\u003eFrets: 22\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2694\" data-end=\"2754\"\u003ePickups: Hofner Ignition Staple Nickel (Neck \u0026amp; Bridge)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2757\" data-end=\"2803\"\u003eTuners: Single Nickel with Pearl Buttons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2806\" data-end=\"2837\"\u003eTailpiece: Nickel Trapeze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2840\" data-end=\"2873\"\u003ePickguard: Pearloid Plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Powerhouse Music","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56845735854424,"sku":"004468","price":329.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/0490\/7096\/files\/hofner-ignition-violin-bass-black-1200x1200-1.jpg?v=1772886087"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/0490\/7096\/collections\/Hagstrom_SQ_d100e122-6626-4b2b-8c3e-6bcf2f5645d7.png?v=1778793771","url":"https:\/\/www.powerhousemusic.co.uk\/collections\/hofner-bass.oembed","provider":"Powerhouse Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}