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Hofner Guitar / Amp Advertisements, 1950s-1980s

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Vintage Hofner advertisements; 5 adverts covering a period of 13 years, from 1961 to 1974. Click the images to have a closer look.

Hofner Colorama - 8 out of 10 players select solids from this range

8 out of 10 players select solids from this range
Hofner Colorama - 1961

Hofner Verithin - Hofner Have Done The Impossible

Hofner Have Done The Impossible
Hofner Verithin - 1966

Hofner Verithin - Hofner The World

Hofner The World's Most Popular Guitars!
Hofner Verithin - 1967

Hofner President - Hofner is Not the Best Guitar in the World But it is By Far the Best in its Class

Hofner is Not the Best Guitar in the World But it is By Far the Best in its Class
Hofner President - 1968

Hofner G500/1 - When we asked Alice Cooper

When we asked Alice Cooper's Dennis Dunaway why he plays a Hofner bass, this is what he said:
Hofner G500/1 - 1974

1967 Epiphone Ad featuring a psychedelic fish playing an Epiphone Riviera
1967 Epiphone Ad featuring a psychedelic fish playing an Epiphone Riviera
1967 Fender Ad - Full Colour Sound
1967 Fender Ad - Full Colour Sound
1973 Fender Stratocaster add - The Worlds Favourite Flying Machine
1973 Fender Stratocaster add - The Worlds Favourite Flying Machine

Guitar makers have advertised in music magazines such as Down Beat, Guitar Player and very many more. Some manufacturers advertised widely (Guild, Gibson, Fender) but many more didn't and adverts are few and far between. Here are some of my favourite ads out of the ones i've seen. You can browse through all the images from the category links above, or by manufacturer from the links below.

AMPS
Ampeg, Leslie, Marshall, Orange, Peavey, Sunn
GUITARS
Epiphone, Fender, G&L, Gibson, Gretsch, Guild, Hagstrom, Harmony, Martin, Music Man, Rickenbacker, Vox


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1960 Hofner Club 60 - Toaster Pickups - Original bridge and pickguard included!

1960 Hofner Club 60 - Toaster Pickups - Original bridge and pickguard included!

Dayton, Ohio, 454**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3000

For your consideration is this 1960 Hofner Club 60 in sunburst finish. Overall the guitar is in very good shape with only light to moderate play wear. The Toaster pickups sound really warm and vintage but have enough bite for many genres including rock. Playability is excellent with low action & light fret wear. Original bridge and pickguard in case
Comes with a hardshell case and case candy shown. (188)
Weight: 4lb 5oz | Nut: W 1 60 H .90 | 12th: W 1 91 H 2 06
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~ 1965 Hofner Model 173 Solid body Electric White Vinyl

~ 1965 Hofner Model 173 Solid body Electric White Vinyl

New York, 100**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1795

Vinage original circa 1965 Hofner Model 173 in original White Vinyl
Nice and clean and all original
Original electronics are working great, pickups sound super warm and organic. All three pickups fully functional and sounding great
Neck is straight and playing well all the way up and down. Just set up at our shop so it's playing great
A nice and clean example for the player and collector alike
Comes with chipboard case
Guitar is exactly as pictured.
Buyer pays ... more
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1957 Hofner Club 50 (Model 127) - Vintage Hollowbody Guitar Natural

1957 Hofner Club 50 (Model 127) - Vintage Hollowbody Guitar Natural

Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2999

Awesome, ultra lively and resonant classic fully hollow German made Hofner. This guitar is in amazing condition for its age with only the usual light scratches and signs of wear. The small super lightweight (just over 4 lbs) hollow body combined with the original single coils can sound surprisingly thunderous with the right amp combo, I'd say kinda like a hollow Strat or Tele on steroids. At the same time it isn't a deep body so it doesn't take up a lot of sonic space and can be light and sweet ... more
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Hofner Red Rose Semi-Hollow Electric - Black Germany

Hofner Red Rose Semi-Hollow Electric - Black Germany

Huntington, Indiana, 467**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2500

For sale is a Hofner Red Rose Semi-Hollow Electric - Black Germany in Very Good Condition!
This rare beauty is another vintage work of art by Hofner! With inlaid Roses on the front of the face of the guitar, this one really stands out!
Case: Gig BagScale Length: 25 25??Nut Width: 1 765??Frets Remaining: 8 5 / 10Action at 12F (1st): 6 / 64??Action at 12F (6th): 6 / 64??Weight: 6lbs 15ozOverall Condition: 7 8 / 10
the action can be lowered by shimming the neck a little bit.... more
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Vtg Hofner Electric Guitar Made in W. Germany

Vtg Hofner Electric Guitar Made in W. Germany

Sacramento, California, 958**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2995


You are Bidding on:
Hofner Guitar
AS PICTURED
ALL contacts between bidders / buyers and seller must be made via EBAY MESSAGES ONLY
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1956 Hofner President Electric Guitar 2 Pickup Cutaway Sunburst Nice Shape W / HSC

1956 Hofner President Electric Guitar 2 Pickup Cutaway Sunburst Nice Shape W / HSC

Spring Hill, Florida, 346**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1700


Vintage 1956 Hofner President Electric Guitar
2 Pickup, Cutaway, Sunburst
Plays / Sounds Great Without Issue
SN 2633
With Newer Hard Case Not Pictured
PLEASE DO NOT mistake picture glare for flaws . If you think you're seeing something not mentioned in this listing, please ask!!
There are lots of pics available, so when you receive it, its exactly what you expected, if not better. No surprises with this sale . Buy with confidence!
Here's The Run Down:
This is a Early... more
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Vintage Hofner (Gagliano) 173 60s Solidbody Electric Guitar W / OHSC

Vintage Hofner (Gagliano) 173 60's Solidbody Electric Guitar W / OHSC

Lockhart, Texas, 786**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$750

Vintage Gagliano (Hofner 173) Solidbody electric guitar! Powered by two Diamond logo Hofner Single Coil Pickups (That's right! These are single coils!) on a frame of solid wood body (not sure of species) and a maple neck with a rosewood fingerboard. Has the original pots and switches which have been cleaned. Modifications include
-Ground wire added to tailpiece
-Schaller tuners added by a previous owner
-Replaced trem arm and spring
-Non-original white strap buttons
-Missing ... more
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Hofner Anno Acoustic Guitar 1975 Germany Removable Neck

Hofner Anno Acoustic Guitar 1975 Germany Removable Neck

Carteret, New Jersey, 070**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$250

Hofner Anno Acoustic Guitar 1975 Germany Removable Neck
Was not taken care properly Heat cracks in clear finish all sides, back scratches,
right corner crack that was patched, bridge trimmed for lower action
Check all pictures
New D'Addario strings, sounds great
Make an Offer!!!!
Ask Questions if you have any
SOLD AS-IS
NO REFUNDS OR RETURNS
SHIP TO 48 UNITED STATES ONLY WITH INSURANCE
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1958 Hofner Club 50 (Model 127) Vintage Hollowbody Guitar Natural w /  Case

1958 Hofner Club 50 (Model 127) Vintage Hollowbody Guitar Natural w / Case

Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2600

Up for sale, a 1958 Hofner Club 50 (model 127) in exceptional, 100% original condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case. This rare early Hofner guitar features hollowbody construction with an arched solid spruce top, maple back and sides, a three-piece maple / beech neck, and a slab rosewood fretboard. The Hofner Club guitars are best known for their appearances in the hands of very young British invasion artists including baby-faced Beatles and David ... more
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1961 Hofner 470 Hollowbody Archtop Electric Guitar w /  Case

1961 Hofner 470 Hollowbody Archtop Electric Guitar w / Case

Hicksville, New York, 118**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2500

1961 Hofner 470 Hollowbody Archtop Electric Guitar w / Case
Hey now! You're looking at an amazing vintage guitar This is a 1961 Hofner 470 Hollowbody Archtop Electric Guitar It weighs 6 lbs 6 oz, 25 5" scale, 1 69" nut width Definitely at the top of the Hofner line, referred to as their golden archtop Check out the pictures and you can see why- it's so elegant Extremely figured back / sides, incredible binding, intricate and ornate tailpiece, pearl / celluloid binding throughout f holes / ... more
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Hofner 1965 Vintage 4570e Hollow Body Electric Guitar NEAR MINT - W. GERMANY

Hofner 1965 Vintage 4570e Hollow Body Electric Guitar NEAR MINT - W. GERMANY

Montclair, New Jersey, 070**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2795


Hofner 1965 Vintage 4570e Hollow Body Electric Guitar NEAR MINT - W. GERMANY
Gorgeous vintage 1965 wide-body semi-hollow Höfner was made in West Germany and is a special instrument. It has been remarkably preserved over the years and shows little to no signs of its age.
A beautiful medium sunburst, a pearloid inlay fretboard and headstock make this a work of art. Every bit of this guitar is original.
The pickups were rewired about five years ago (see pictures) and the slot ... more
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1967 HOFNER Beatles 459TZ - 6 String Electric Guitar - Sunburst - OHSC

1967 HOFNER Beatles 459TZ - 6 String Electric Guitar - Sunburst - OHSC

Funkstown, Maryland, 217**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2399

I found this instrument recently and have done some work to clean it up. It plays really well. I have been over the entire instrument and here are my comments
1. I dressed the fretwires and most of the fine lines on the wires are gone exception is the fretwire adjacent to the nut
2. The fretboard - including the fretmarkers, are in near perfect condition. Neck has a seam down the middle that your thumb can feel
3. The tuners are in really nice shape, the guitar restrings and tunes ... more
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1962 Hofner Model 173i V3 - RARE - Set Neck - Vintage

1962 Hofner Model 173i V3 - RARE - Set Neck - Vintage

Dayton, Ohio, 454**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1600

For your consideration is this 1962 Hofner Model 173i V3 in Sunburst finish. Overall the guitar is in very good shape with only light to moderate play wear. RARE!! The original factory pickups sound really warm and vintage but have enough bite for even hard rock. Playability is excellent with low action & light fret wear. Set neck
Comes with a hardshell case. (243)
Weight: 7lb 4oz | Nut: W 1 65 H .91 | 12th: W 2 01 H 1 01
Condition, Shipping, & Setup Details:
I specialize in ... more
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1964 Hofner 500 / 1 Violin Bass Sunburst

1964 Hofner 500 / 1 Violin Bass Sunburst

Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3239

Up for sale is a 1964 Hofner 500 / 1 Violin Bass in its original sunburst finish. This instrument is in fantastic playing and sounding condition. Mike Lull did a neck reset, Plek'd and replaced the original bridge which had been shaved down. This bass comes with a modern Hofner hardshell case and pro setup by our in house tech
Weight: 4lbs 9oz
NOTE TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS:
We want you to be happy with your purchase and we try to represent the condition of all used and vintage ... more
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Hofner Colorama modern electric guitar, black, Grover tuners!

Hofner Colorama modern electric guitar, black, Grover tuners!

Wood Dale, Illinois, 601**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$250

Here is a Hofner Colorama guitar. Made in China; no serial #
Heavy wear, dings, and scratching on body. Grover tuners. Missing truss rod cover. Headstock has a damaged corner
22 frets, 2 volume knobs, 2 tone knobs, 2 pickups, 3-way switch.
Case not included. Please note that Ebay will charge and collect sales tax based on your state
DISCLAIMERS
- We do NOT set up our guitars (ie. truss rod adjustment, intonation, action, etc )
If you desire a proper setup with new ... more
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1960s Hofner Colorama II 164V Red Vinyl

1960's Hofner Colorama II 164V Red Vinyl

Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 180**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$899

Just in is this cool and unusual 1960??s Hofner Colorama II 164V

Quick Details

Make ?? Hofner

Model ?? Colorama II 164V

Year - 1964

Color - Red Vinyl

Weight ?? 7 24

Nut Width ?? 1 70??

Depth at 1st fret ?? 0 89??

Depth at 12th fret ?? 1 01??

Case ?? Non original Gig Bag

Serial # N / A

Description

Up for sale is this cool 1960??s Hofner Colorama II 164V Guitar
This guitar Plays and ... more
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Hofner HI-BB 459 Violin Electric Guitar Transparent Red PLUS New Hard Shell Case

Hofner HI-BB 459 Violin Electric Guitar Transparent Red PLUS New Hard Shell Case

Chesapeake Beach, Maryland, 207**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$399

HofnerHI-BB 459Violin Electric GuitarPLUS - NEW Hard Shell Case
Excellent Like New Condition with Mild WearBeautiful Transparent RedWhite Pearl Pick Guard and TunersUpgraded with Chrome speed knobsOriginal black knobs includedNEW Hard Shell Case included
Excellent ConditionWhen something's been used a bit but is still close to new, youcan file it under Excellent. For modern gear, Excellent items arealmost entirely free of blemishes and other visual defects and havebeen played or used with... more
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Rare Vtg Hofner Electric Guitar Made in W. Germany

Rare Vtg Hofner Electric Guitar Made in W. Germany

Sacramento, California, 958**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4995


You are Bidding on:
Hofner Guitar
AS PICTURED
ALL contacts between bidders / buyers and seller must be made via EBAY MESSAGES ONLY
... more
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1958 Hofner Club 50 (Model 127) Vintage Hollowbody Guitar Natural w /  Case

1958 Hofner Club 50 (Model 127) Vintage Hollowbody Guitar Natural w / Case

Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2600

Up for sale, a 1958 Hofner Club 50 (model 127) in exceptional, 100% original condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case. This rare early Hofner guitar features hollowbody construction with an arched solid spruce top, maple back and sides, a three-piece maple / beech neck, and a slab rosewood fretboard. The Hofner Club guitars are best known for their appearances in the hands of very young British invasion artists including baby-faced Beatles and David ... more
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1961 Hofner Model 4550 / S / E3 - Classic Look - Comfortable Guitar

1961 Hofner Model 4550 / S / E3 - Classic Look - Comfortable Guitar

Dayton, Ohio, 454**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2000


For your consideration is this 1961 Hofner Model 4550 / S / E3 in a sunburst finish. Overall the guitar is in very good shape with only light to moderate play wear. The original factory pickups sound really warm and vintage but have enough bite for even hard rock. Playability is excellent with low action & Little to no fret wear
Comes with a hardshell case. (252)
Weight: 5lb 7oz
Condition, Shipping, & Setup Details:
I specialize in selling pre-owned guitars, which ... more
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