Hofner Ignition Violin Bass Black

Hofner Ignition Violin Bass Black

The Hofner Ignition Violin Bass in Black delivers the iconic look, feel, and warm vintage tone that has made the violin bass one of the most recognizable instruments in music history. 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.

Featuring 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.

The 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.

Equipped 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.

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

Key Features

• Iconic violin-style hollow body bass guitar
• Classic black gloss finish with white binding
• Spruce top for clarity and articulation
• Flame maple back and sides for brightness and resonance
• 30” short scale length for comfortable playability
• One-piece maple neck with rosewood fingerboard
• 22 frets with dot inlays
• Dual Hofner Ignition Staple Nickel pickups
• Traditional Hofner control panel for versatile tone shaping
• Rosewood bridge and nickel trapeze tailpiece
• Lightweight design ideal for long playing sessions

Specifications

• Body Shape: Ignition Violin Bass
• Top Wood: Spruce
• Back & Sides: Flame Maple
• Finish: Black
• Binding: White
• Centre Block: None (Fully Hollow)
• Neck: One-piece Maple
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Scale Length: 30" / 760 mm
• Nut Width: 42 mm
• Frets: 22
• Pickups: Hofner Ignition Staple Nickel (Neck & Bridge)
• Tuners: Single Nickel with Pearl Buttons
• Tailpiece: Nickel Trapeze
• Pickguard: Pearloid Plastic