VISITORS' GALLERY
The pages where other people's Hofners are featured.
GALLERY 2B: SOLID BODIED GUITARS
- EUROPEAN & US MARKET
Graham Shaw's Hofner
Model 177 Solid
The following picture-sets of Hofner solid
body guitars have been sent to me over the years by their owners. This
has allowed me to present a much greater range of models and vintages
than encompassed by my own collection, and maybe this will help other
visitors to the site to identify and date their own Hofner.
Click on the underlined heading for each guitar to view photographs of
that particular example.
VISITORS'
OWN HOFNERS:
HOFNER MODEL 160/161/162/164
RANGE
- c1959 HOFNER MODEL 160
The European market version of the first "semi-solid" UK targeted
Colorama. All the 160's that I have seen previously had rotary volume
and tone controls. This one has a Hofner control consul. Owned by Ian
Carling in the UK.
- c1959-60 HOFNER
MODEL 162
Slightly different styling to the 160 above which it superceeded, but
still with the "semi-solid body". A re-finished example owned by H. J.
Kamphuis in The Netherlands.
- 1960 HOFNER
MODEL 160/COLORAMA
This guitar was purchased new in Germany by its current owner, but it
has what appears to be a Selmer serial number stamped into the back of
the Headstock. Is it a 160 or a Colorama? Photos supplied by Olaf
Poeter.
- HOFNER MODEL 160, 161, 163 & 164
SOLIDS
A very fine quartet of Hofner's budget solids ranging from 1960 to
1970. Owned by Peter from the Netherlands.
- 1961 HOFNER MODEL 162
A superb example of the twin pickup 162, with semi-hollow
body,
toaster pickups, and a single-sided headstock. This particular one has
a Van Wouw serial number, and so must have been originally sold in The
Netherlands. Owned by Jan Dekker. Photos courtesy of Harry Sibum, The Hofner
House Website.
- 1961/62 HOFNER
MODEL 161
Still the "semi-solid" body and single -sided headstock. However, by
this time Hofner were fitting the Type 510 pickup. A nice example owned
by Graham Shaw in Berlin,
Germany.
- 1962 HOFNER
MODEL 164
With a fully solid construction the 164 was really the European market
version of the UK-dsitributed Colorama II. This vinyl covered example
with factory-fitted vibrato is owned by Jean Pierre Martin from France.
- 1962 HOFNER MODEL 164
Another vinyl covered 164, this time with the standard trapeze
tailpiece. Pictures taken during the guitar's recent restoration are
included. Owned by Jerome Nahon of Belgium.
- c1962 HOFNER
MODEL 164
A nice red vinyl covered 164, factory-fitted with Hofner vibrato unit.
This guitar has a neck and headstock finished in black. Many Hofners,
particularly non-Selmer solids have this feature, maybe to cover up any
cosmetic deficiencies in the timber? Owned by Harry Sibum in Holland.
- 1962 HOFNER MODEL 164
Another vinyl covered 164, owned by Matteo Rorato in Italy.
- c1964
HOFNER MODEL 164
This one has the red embossed vinyl finish and Hofner vibrato unit. It
also has the alternative control knobs that Hofner seemed to use on
some of their solids at that time, and exposed "staple" polepiece Type
510 pickups. This interesting guitar is owned by H. J. Kamphuis in The
Netherlands.
- c1965 HOFNER
MODEL 163
The final version of the 163. Owned by Hans Deberitz, Perth, Australia.
- 1966 HOFNER
MODEL 164
Same body shape and period as the Hofner 163 above. This one is a
little unusual though: it is fitted with Type 510 pickups which have
"staple" type exposed pole-pieces instead of the usual adjustable type,
and also the "alternative" Hofner control knobs. Owned by Jos Wehrens
in The Netherlands.
- 1970's HOFNER MODEL
164(iv)
The last version of the 164 to be produced - from about 1971 through to
1983. It was preceded by a very similar model with a slightly different
Strat-shaped body. I haven't received an example of that for the
Gallery yet. The version "iv" started off with a symmetrical body, but
after a year or so this was altered slightly to an offset-waist
(asymmetrical body) - See Below. This example is owned by Alessandro
Ciasullo of Italy.
- Mid-Late HOFNER
MODEL 164(iv)
Similar to the one above, but with an offset-waist body like a Fender
Jaguar's. Owned by Thomas.
HOFNER MODEL 165/167 RANGE
- HOFNER MODEL 165
Hofner's ash bodied budget solid, produced between 1975 and 1983. There
was also a three pickup version called the 167, and a bass - Model 183.
Thanks to Larry for photos of a fine example.
HOFNER MODEL 169
- HOFNER
MODEL 169
This was introduced as an improved version of the
popular 176
model. It had an active distortion/fuzz/treble boost circuit,
which was switched in by a "mix" switch which replaced the 176's
solo/rhythm switch. It was produced from 1969 through to the early
1980's. This superb example is now owned by Andre Cau in Norfolk,
England.
HOFNER MODEL 170
- 1970'S HOFNER MODEL 170
This was Hofner's attempt at a "Strat Copy". Everyone else was doing it
at the time, so why not Hofner? Instead of Fender's integral bridge and
vibrato unit, Hofner opted for a separate bridge unit. The 170 was
produced in both tremolo (170V) and non-tremolo (170) versions. This
one, owned by Fred Kelley of Missouri, USA is the non-trem guitar.
HOFNER MODEL 171
- c1974 HOFNER
MODEL 171H
Hofner's copy of the Fender Thinline Telecaster, which were produced
between 1973 and 1975. The 'H' version was fitted with twin humbucking
pickups. Thanks to Jay Walsh of Boston, USA for the photos of his
vibrant green 171.
- c1976 HOFNER
MODEL 171
An example of the 171 fitted with single coil pickups, which was only
made between 1976 and 1977. Pictures kindly supplied by Arthur Borchers
from Germany.
HOFNER MODEL 172/173 RANGE
- 1962 HOFNER MODEL 173(i)
The first version of the 173 - with a set neck and sunburst finish. The
UK/Selmer equivalent was the V3, an example of which is featured
elsewhere on the website in my own collection pages. This first version
was produced between 1961 and 1963. Earlier guitars were fitted with
toaster pickups, but this one has the diamond logo type. Owned by Kevin
K. in Ohio, USA.
- c1962 HOFNER MODEL 172
A "transition" model, with a bolt-on neck but still with the old Hofner
consul type electrics. Only produced for a few months before the consul
was replaced by rotary controls. Soren Koch in Sweden, has written the
story of his experiences with this particular guitar which I have
included with the photo.
- 1962 HOFNER
MODEL 172
Another transition model originally distributed in Holland by the Van
Wauw Company, and hence with a Serial Number stamped into the top edge
of the headstock. Owned by Harry Sibum of The Netherlands.
- 1963 HOFNER
MODEL 173
Another "transition" 173, this time with the Model 175 neck, heavily
embossed vinyl body covering, red marbled scratchplate/headstock, and
the old style rectangular control consul. The fitting of "Super" Type
511 pickups to this guitar dates it to 1963. A unique guitar, owned by
Richey Featherstone in Durham, England.
- 1963 HOFNER MODEL
173 SOLID
This guitar is the European market version of the UK distributed Super
Solid 3, with rotary controls instead of the Hofner consul. It differs
from the Super Solid in that it has a black lacquered neck, a more
ornate scratchplate, and of course no serial number. It is owned by
Stefano Aria from Italy who runs the Fetish Guitars
website.
- c1963 HOFNER
MODEL 173 SOLID
Another example, but this one has a heavily embossed vinyl body
covering. Owned by Alun who lives near Bristol in the UK.
- 1963 HOFNER
MODEL 173 SOLID
A slightly later example than above, as it has been fitted with the
Type 511 "Super" pickups. It also has the strip-style fret markers as
used on the 175 models, heavily embossed snakeskin body vinyl, and the
gorgeous red pearloid scratchplate and headstock fascia. An incredible
looking guitar!! Photos courtesy of Graham Shaw, Berlin, Germany.
- c1963 HOFNER MODEL 173
SOLID
This guitar is interesting due to the fact that it has two Type 510 at
neck and middle positions and one Type 511 pickup fitted at the bridge,
presumably by the factory. I have seen this feature on several other
Hofner Super 3/Model 173 solids. Owned by Riccardo Abbondanza
of the Picxsel
Studio, Rome, Italy.
- 1963 HOFNER MODEL 173
SOLID
This guitar has also been factory fitted with a Model 175 type neck
with strip-type fret markers and green marble scratchplate and
headstock facia. I have seen several similar 173's, and hence do not
think that this particular guitar was a "one-off". Owned by Stefan
Klindt in Sweden.
- 1963 HOFNER
MODEL 172 SOLID
By this time, the 172's had also lost their rectangular control consul,
and were fitted with rotary volume/tone controls, plus individual
pickup selector switches. This example is owned by Herrie Kamphuis in
the Netherlands.
- 1963/64 HOFNER
MODEL 173 SOLID
The three pickup version of the guitar above, in red vinyl finish.
Owned by Daniel Roth in Germany.
- Mid 1960's
HOFNER MODEL 172 SOLID
This guitar is finished in a very unusual copper colour. Matched with a
white scratchplate, it certainly makes the guitar stand out from the
crowd. Owned by Thomas.
- c1966 HOFNER MODEL 173 SOLID
From about 1964 onwards, the 173 acquired single slide selector
switches for each pickup, plus a rather heavy-looking bridge that
allowed individual string intonation adjustment. A very nice sunburst
example, owned by Jason O'Keife in Australia.
- c1966 HOFNER
MODEL 173 SOLID
As above, but with an original wood grained effect scratchplate and the
175 style strip fret markers. Owned by Herrie Kamphuis in The
Netherlands.
- 1970's
HOFNER MODEL 173 SOLID
The final version of the 173, with larger headstock, and single fret
marker dots. This fine example is owned by H. J. Kamphuis of The
Netherlands.
HOFNER MODEL 174
- c1969 HOFNER
MODEL 174
The "SG" copy. Hofner's 174 model was produced between 1970 amd 1979,
and this is a very early, possibly prototype example with tremolo.
Owned by Tonny Froma of The Netherlands.
- c1971
HOFNER MODEL 174
It is now apparent that Hofner produced a version of the 174 with a
"small" scratchplate for a short period. A picture of a similar 174 was
shown in the February 1972 Selmer Catalogue. This example, owned by Jos
Rijff in The Netherlands, is also equipped with the optional Hofner
vibrato tailpiece in lieu of the standard stop tailpiece.
- 1970's HOFNER MODEL 174
An immaculate example of a 174 fitted with the standard Hofner Type 513
pickups (with white plastic inserts around the "sharks fin") and a
vibrato. Owned by Riccardo Abbondanza
of the Picxsel
Studio, Rome, Italy.
- c1974 HOFNER
MODEL 174 "HiFi"
A version fitted with Hofner's Type 514 "HiFi" pickups was produced for
a year or so in 1974 and 1975. This superb example is owned by Graham
Shaw in Berlin, Germany.
HOFNER MODEL 175 (First Type
1963)
- c1963 HOFNER MODEL 175
The one that was Hofner's top solid before the Model 176 arrived on the
scene. The 175 had the simpler electrics, and was only made for about a
year. This one, owned by Anselm Mayerhofer of Bavaria, Germany, has a
vinyl body finish and cool green scratchplate.
- c1963 HOFNER MODEL 175
Another example of the 175, owned by Michael Jacobsen of San Diego, USA.
- c1963 HOFNER
MODEL 175
And another, owned by Joe Interisano of Ontario, Canada. Nice
photograph!
- c1963 HOFNER MODEL 175
And yet another......this time in red crocskin vinyl. Thanks to Music Route 66
for the pictures.
- 1963/64 HOFNER MODEL 175
Finished in red laquer, this example has the type of
bridge and string damper as fitted to the 176 model. That could well
indicate that it was one of the last 175 Solids made. Owned by Thomas
in Sweden.
HOFNER MODEL 175 (Second
Type: Telecaster Look-Alike 1970-79)
- 1970-74 HOFNER MODEL 175 SOLID
The first version, made between 1970 and 1974 was fitted with Type 513
twin-coil pickups, and a small bridge cover. Owned by J. L. Dijkstra in
The Netherlands.
- 1970-74 HOFNER MODEL
175 SOLID
An immaculate example with a Hofner vibrato tailpiece factory-fitted.
Owned by Riccardo Abbondanza
of the Picxsel
Studio, Rome, Italy.
- 1974-79 HOFNER MODEL 175 SOLID
This example of the second version (1974 -79) of Hofner's Telecaster
copy, owned by Anthony Szwec of Ontario, Canada, illustrates the single
coil pickups and the much larger bridge cover which enclosed the treble
pickup on this version.
HOFNER MODEL 176
- c1965 HOFNER MODEL 176 SOLID
An earlier version of Martin Blyth's guitar below, and hence with
slightly different control layout. This one is finished in the fairly
un-common ice blue cellulose. An excellent example, owned by Kevin
Watt, California, USA.
- LATE 60's HOFNER MODEL 176 SOLID
The equivalent of the Selmer distributed Galaxie, owned by Martin Blyth
in Scotland.
- MID 60'S HOFNER MODEL
176
Some 176's were produced with a vinyl body covering. This is such an
example with a dramatic "snakeskin" covering. Owned by Curtis Crowson
in Georgia, USA.
- MID 60's HOFNER
MODEL 176
A standard sunburst finish example, owned by Bernado Neves in Portugal.
- MID 60's HOFNER MODEL
176
This 176, owned by Martin MacGillivray of Nottinghamshire England, is
finished in a beautiful sandy-brown sunburst.
- Late
1960's HOFNER MODEL 176
Still with the Type 511 "staple" pickups and the strip type
fret-markers, but now an adjustable screw to pre-set the rhythm volume
for the solo/rhythm switch is fitted. Owned by Riccardo Abbondanza
of the Picxsel
Studio, Rome, Italy.
- 1970's
HOFNER MODEL 176
A nice example of the final vesrion of the 176. It is fitted with Type
513 pickups and has dot fret-markers. Owned by Steve Gobble of Alabama,
USA.
HOFNER MODEL 177
(1965 - 1970)
- c1966 HOFNER
MODEL 177 SOLID
An even more advanced solid than the 176/Galaxie, with just as
impressive electronics. Top quality from Hofner, with a bound ebony
fingerboard and the deluxe mother of pearl "double arrowhead" fret
markers. Owned by Dave Treloar in Devon, England.
- c1966 HOFNER MODEL 177 SOLID
Another example of the 177, owned by Graham Shaw in Berlin Germany, and
in superb original condition.
HOFNER MODEL
178 (First Type 1966 to 1968)
- c1967 HOFNER
MODEL 178(i) SOLID
This model seems to have been developed out of the Model 177, which was
introduced one year earlier. The 178 was fitted with two pickups
(instead of the 178's three pickups), and debatably improved controls
-a master volume control plus a tone control for each pickup, plus six
press buttons for tone presets. Sliding switches were supplied for
pickup selection, and on later guitars a lead/rhythm switch with a
further rotary control for adjusting the difference in volume between
the lead and rhythm selection was fitted. Production of the 178 lasted
for less than two years, and they are hence fairly rare. This one is
owned by Mike Lowell in Indiana, USA.
HOFNER MODEL 179
- 1970's HOFNER
MODEL 179 SOLID
Hofner's version of the Fender Jazzmaster, produced between 1971 and
1977. Identical electrics to the Jazzmaster were used, including the
switchable rhythm circuit, together with an asymmetric body shape. Only
sunburst finish was available, but this was set-off by the use of flame
maple veneers on the body front and back. Both tremolo (179V) and
non-tremolo versions were produced. This non-tremolo example is owned
by Olaf Poeter in Germany.
HOFNER MODEL 4579 (Les Paul
Look-Alike)
- EARLY 1970'S HOFNER
MODEL
4579 SOLID
Visually similar looking to the Les
Paul, but of different construction
-
Hofner's version had an arched laminated top. Made between 1972 and
1978, there were two versions - the 4579 fitted with Hofners Type 515
"Recording" pickup or the 4579HiFi which was fitted with the Type 514
wood Hi-Fi pickup. A vibrato tailpiece, as fitted to this example, was
also offered on the standard
4579 model as an option. Earlier models (up to c1974?) had the pickup
selector fitted down by the rotary controls. This guitar is owned by Riccardo Abbondanza
of the Picxsel
Studio, Rome, Italy.
- 1970's HOFNER
MODEL 4579 SOLID
Later 4579's (after c1974) had the pickup selector on the top bout.
This guitar, owned by Debie Reid in Canada, is a nice example of that
version.
- 1970's HOFNER
MODEL 4579 SOLID
..........and the version with the vibrato tailpiece. Again fitted with
the Type 515 "Recording" pickup, this example is owned by Rainer in
Germany.
- 1970's HOFNER
MODEL 4579 HiFi SOLID
A lovely example of the HiFi version, fitted with the rosewood Type 514
Hi-Fi pickups. Owned by Graham Shaw in Berlin, Germany.
HOFNER MODEL 180 "SHORTY"
& 181 "SHORTY SUPER"
Hofner's "travel guitar", produced between 1982 and 1986. This utilised
a full 24.75" scale length, and was fitted with a Shadow single
humbucking pickup. The body and neck were made of mahogany, and several
appropriate finishes were available - red, blue, white, yellow, and
natural mahogany. A bass version was also produced - the Model 187, and
also a "Shorty Super" Model 181 that came fitted with a built-in amp
and speaker for true portability!! Hofner have just re-introduced
the 180 model back into their range. (Dec 2004)
HOFNER MODEL 191 DOUBLENECK
Produced between
1961 and c1964, this was a semi-solid instrument with two necks for
normal
6-string and bass. The 191(i) was finished in tobacco sunburst, and
initially had a set-neck joint.
Later examples have a bolt-on neck. It had a single pickup for the bass
and twin
pickups for the normal guitar. There was a later (1964 - 70) version of
the 191 which had a fully solid body and strat-type cutaways.
This had two pickups for the bass and three pickups for the normal
6-string
guitar.
The simpler version of the
191(i), named the 190, was produced around 1961.
Apparently it had a red finish and less body binding than the 191(i).
HOFNER "S" RANGE
- 1980's HOFNER S2 SOLID
GUITAR
Produced between 1984 and 1990, this guitar had a mahogany body and
simple twin pickup electrics. It would appear that both twin and single
coil pickups were fitted to the S2 at various periods. This one, owned
by Martijn Klop of The Netherlands, has single coil units.
- 1980's HOFNER
S3N SOLID GUITAR
A mahogany bodied guitar with a body shaped like a combined Telecaster
and Les Paul. Three single coil pickups, with two located close to the
neck and wired so that the middle pickup is out of phase. Bolt-on
mahogany neck. Produced between 1979 and 1986 in black, brown, and
natural finishes. This one is now owned by Dionne Lennon in New York,
USA.
- 1980's HOFNER S3N SOLID GUITAR
Similar to the one above, but in natural body finish. Thanks Music
Ground in Leeds for allowing me to photograph this guitar.
- EARLY 1980's HOFNER S5PA SOLID
GUITAR
One of a range of solid guitars, which included the Razorwood, produced
by Hofner between 1979 and 1990. Mahogany body and active electronics.
There was also a version called the S5E fitted with graphic equaliser,
but no preamp. This example is owned by Miguel Cejas in the Canary
Islands.
- EARLY 1980's
HOFNER S5PA SOLID GUITAR
A slightly different version of the above S5PA, but still with the
active electronics. Owned by Bernhard Zubragel in Germany.
- 1980 HOFNER S5PA SOLID GUITAR
- ADVERTISEMENT SCAN
An advertisement placed by Barratts of Manchester Ltd in the musical
press in March 1980. Barratts were the official UK distributor for
Hofner guitars at that period. The advertisement provides a detailed
explanation of the model's electronics. It also shows the unusual
vibrato tailpiece that could be supplied as an option, and which was a
direct substitution on the studs of the standard bar tailpiece.
- c1980 HOFNER S5E SOLID
GUITAR
The S5E was equipped either with two humbucking pickups or three single
coils. Controls fitted seem to have varied in both type and position,
but all had a five-band equalizer and a sensitivity switch. This
example is owned by Marc Suski of Germany.
- LATE 1970's HOFNER S7L
"RAZERWOOD" 6 STRING SOLID GUITAR
One of Hofner's more futuristic designs, these guitars were produced
between 1978 and 1984, and were available with either six (S7L or S7N)
or 12 (S7/12) strings. The S7N had simpler electrics to the S7L,
lacking the 'acoustic filter' rotary control, and the two coil tap
switches. This unusual guitar is owned by Fred Kelley in Missouri, USA.
- 1978 HOFNER S7N
"RAZERWOOD" 6 STRING SOLID GUITAR
This is the non-active electrics version of the guitar above. It was
only made for a short time in 1978, and hence is quite rare. The
punters must have preferred the active electronics equipped guitars.
Owned by Ralph in California, USA.
- c1980 HOFNER
MODEL S7/12 "RAZERWOOD" 12 STRING SOLID GUITAR
The 12-string version of the guitar above. Active electronics, the
incredible Razerwood body shape, and 12 strings on a solid body make
this a very unique guitar. Owned by David Kelly of Manchester, England.
- 1984
HOFNER MODEL S9C SOLID GUITAR
The S9C was produced between 1980 and 1984. It was a very high quality
solid guitar with a through neck and beautiful maple and bubinga
timbers. The active electronics included three band EQ and compressor
circuits. This fine example is owned by Neal Hargis in Louisiana, USA.
- 1982 HOFNER S11 "HEAVY
DUTY" SOLID GUITAR
Another top quality Hofner solid, produced between 1981 and 1985. At
the time, this guitar retailed for the same price as the Hofner 470! A
neck-thru method of construction was adopted on this striking guitar,
with two humbuckers plus one bridge mounted piezo pickup for acoustic
sounds. Owned by Simon Jones of Cornwall, England.
HOFNER
"ALPHA SOLID" RANGE
The Alpha solid guitar versions
were produced as
a follow-on to the "S" series solids, from 1986 to 1989. Their shape
was based loosely on that of the Gibson Firebird, and the whole concept
appears
to have been pointed towards the "Heavy Metal" guitarist. A
"Standard" model formed the basis of the range, and this was
supplemented by the Alpha Custom, an Alpha Pro, and even an Alpha
Anniversary
which was a special model to commemorate Hofner's centenary.
- 1986 HOFNER ALPHA STANDARD
A scan from the Hofner catalogue which provides details, in German, of
the base version Alpha.
- c1986 HOFNER ALPHA
An interesting Alpha in black finish,
which seems to be a cross between the Standard and Custom. It is fitted
with gold-plated hardware, and could well have been a
pre-production prototype. Owned by Pete Haycock of Climax
Blues Band fame, who has had a long association with the Hofner company
and who provided input into the late 1980 guitars such as the
Nightingale and the Alpha.
- c1986 HOFNER ALPHA
A very similar Alpha to the one above, although finished in sunburst.
This one is also owned by Pete Haycock.
HOFNER "REFERENCE", "T", and "S" SOLID RANGE
The Reference solid guitars appeared in
1987 at the same time as the Alphas were being produced, but
continued for much longer than the Alphas - i.e. up to around 1995.
They were top quality solids and were obviously Hofner's attempt to
produce "state-of-the-art" guitars, as they incorporates such features
as Floyd Rose vibratos, locking nuts, scalloped fingerboards, and both
passive and active circuitry, dependent on the particular model
variant. Two basic body shapes were used - the "S" having the shape of
the Stratocaster and the "T" being based on the Telecaster.
Stunning translucent flame finishes and gold plating were used on some
models. All-in-all, they represent the zenith of Hofner's solid guitar
making.
It seems that quite a few variations on the theme appeared over time,
some of which are shown below:
- Early
1990's
HOFNER
REFERENCE "PRO T"
Produced between 1989 and 1995, this was the top of the
range "T" version, with active circuits, a scalloped maple fretboard,
and Schaller Floyd Rose vibrato. It was fitted with a humbucking picup
at the bridge and a single coil at the neck. (The Reference
"Classic T" and a similar pickup arrangement. The Reference
"Special T" had two humbucking pickups.) This example is part
of Bob Cocozza's collection in Florida, USA.
- Early
1990's
HOFNER REFERENCE "PRO S"
The Strat bodied version of the guitar above, again with
all the same very desirable features. Rather strangely, this particular
guitar has not been fitted with the active electronics that are more
usual on the "Pro S". It does however have all the other features of
Hofner's top solid model, including the pearloid pickguard. Two single
coil (Hofner Type VSN10) and one humbucking pickup (Hofner '57 Classic)
are fitted to the Pro "S". (The
Reference "Classic S" and the "Special S" were fitted with three single
coil pickups.) This is another of Bob Cocozza's guitars.
- Early
1990's
HOFNER REFERENCE "PRO S"
This is rather an unusual guitar in that it has the
pickups of the "Pro S" and the scalloped fingerboard, yet it does not
have gold-plated hardware. The natural body finish is also not a
standard catalogue option, and the guitar's circuits are passive. It
was bought recently by Bob Cocozza, and was obviously New Old Stock, as
the protective film was still in place on the pickguard.
- Early
1990's HOFNER REFERENCE "PRO S"
Just like the one above, a "Pro S" with matt silver
hadware, scalloped fingerboard, and passive electrics. Owned by Graham
Shaw in Berlin Germany.
- Early
1990's HOFNER REFERENCE "CLASSIC S"
The basic version of the Reference S, with passive
circuits and three
single coil pickups (Hofner VSN10 Type). A rosewood fingerboard was
fitted to this version instead of the Pro's combined maple
neck/fingerboard, and the Classics board was not scalloped. Hardware
was gold platted however. The body was alder with a flame maple veneer
top. Another of Bob Cocozza's guitars.
SOLID GUITARS MADE IN SPAIN
UNDER LICENCE FROM HOFNER
(SEE THE HOFNER GUITARS MADE
IN SPAIN FACT FILE ELSEWHERE ON THIS WEBSITE)
- SINGLE PICKUP
SOLID GUITAR
Owned by Chema Ríos in La Coruna, Spain. These guitars were
made for the Spanish market in Spain during the 1960's by the Keller
company under licence from Hofner. They have different body shapes and
finishes to any German built Hofner that I know about.
- TWIN PICKUP
SOLID GUITAR
Two pickups, and the Hofner rectangular control consul. This one is
marked "Licencia Hofner Espana". Owned by HUR in the Basque Country.
- c1963
TWIN PICKUP SOLID BASS GUITAR
This guitar was purchased new in Barcelona, Spain by Artur Palomer I
Ferrer sometime around 1963. It has the same body shape as the two
guitars above.
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