Hofner Ignition "Cavern" Violin Bass Sunburst

Hofner Ignition "Cavern" Violin Bass Sunburst

The Hofner 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.

Unlike 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.

The 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.

Equipped 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.

The violin bass design is famously associated with Paul McCartney of The Beatles, making it one of the most recognisable bass guitars ever produced.

Key Features

• Iconic violin-style hollow body bass guitar
• Fully hollow body construction for warm, resonant tone
• Classic Sunburst gloss finish
• Spruce top with flame maple back and sides
• Comfortable 30” short scale bass design
• Maple/Beech/Maple neck for strength and stability
• Smooth rosewood fingerboard with 22 frets
• Dual Höfner Ignition Staple Nickel pickups
• Authentic Hofner control panel
• Traditional wooden bridge and Höfner tailpiece

Specifications

• Finish: Sunburst
• Top Wood: Spruce
• Back & Sides: Flame Maple
• Centreblock: None (Fully Hollow Body)
• Neck: Maple / Beech / Maple
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Scale Length: 30" / 76 cm
• Nut Width: 42 mm
• Frets: 22
• Pickups: Hofner Ignition Staple Nickel

Perfect For

The Hofner Ignition Cavern Violin Bass is ideal for musicians looking for vintage bass tone, classic style, and lightweight comfort. Whether you're playing classic rock, pop, indie, or vintage-inspired music, this bass offers the distinctive sound and look that has defined countless recordings.