No Reserve: Rare Hofner 5000/1 Hits the Block

The crown jewel of Hofner’s 1960's violin bass line just went live on StringTree, and it’s a no-reserve auction.

August 21, 2025

Dig Your Own Pony

Bidding opens now! The 5000/1 “Super Beatle” is one of Hofner’s rarest and most ornate models, with hand-carved spruce top, flame maple back, multi-ply binding, and pearl inlays that showcase the brand’s violin-making heritage. Built in Germany in 1969, this example carries all the quirky charm and unmistakable tone that made Hofners legendary.

Better still, the ‘Super Beatle’ expands on the 500/1’s best qualities with a unique bass boost circuit, shifting from woody resonance to heavy riffs at the flick of a switch.

Why It Resonates:

  • No Reserve: the hammer falls where the bids land

  • Collector’s Rarity: one of Hofner’s most decorated basses

  • Playability + Provenance: equal parts stage-ready and collectible