This video explores the Hofner 500/1 "Cavern" bass, a key instrument used by the Beatles. The video highlights the unique features of this bass, including its close-set pickups and flat back, and discusses its history, including its refinishing in 1964. The video also provides a glimpse into the BritBeat collection of instruments.
5140 4 года назад 2:59The video features a review of a rare Hofner Cavern Bass, a limited edition model nicknamed "Lost Bass" because it was stolen. The speaker discusses the bass's unique features, including its three-tone burst finish and diamond pickups, and compares it to other Cavern basses. They also share some history of the bass, including its use by Paul McCartney during the Beatles' early years.
16705 3 года назад 9:01This video features a demonstration of the Hofner HCT Violin Bass CT Cavern Spec, a unique instrument with a design inspired by Paul McCartney's first violin bass. The video highlights the instrument's distinctive features, including the relocated bridge pickup and the addition of a center block, which makes it suitable for a wider range of musical styles.
53991 10 лет назад 3:35This video compares a vintage 1963 Hofner 500/1 bass to a 2015 reissue. The video highlights the differences in appearance, features, and sound between the two instruments. The presenter plays a song on both basses to demonstrate the sonic differences.
41499 1 год назад 10:50