Are Hofner basses comfortable?

It’s a big, classic bass with a big classic sound. The neck is short scale, 30 inch, as is usual with Höfner basses, which together with the lightweight hollow body makes for very comfortable playing well into the night. No shoulder or back strain here. Includes a Höfner deluxe case.

Is being a bassist easy?

If you just want to join a band and get playing as quickly as possible, then it is probably easier to be a bassist. But, if you’re really interested in mastering the instrument, neither is an easy choice. They are both extremely challenging if you want to be one of the best.

Is it easier to start with bass or guitar?

Yes. Bass is easier to pick up than electric guitar. Your basic job will only require you to play root notes, possibly just 3 notes the entire song.

Is it hard to be a bassist?

While the bass is easy to get started on, becoming a true bass player is a lot more challenging. Playing the bass requires a solid mastery of both rhythm and harmony in order to interact with and support the other instruments in the band. As a bass player, others rely on you and the drummer for laying down the groove.

Who uses a Hofner bass?

Musicians Who Have Played the Höfner Bass Notable Höfner bass players include Peter Tosh, Sum 41’s Cone McCaslin, Christian Wargo and Chris Wood, best known as one-third of the jazz-funk trio, Medeski, Martin & Wood.

How long is a Hofner bass?

Also the very popular 500/7 Verythin Bass which is much sought after by rock, mod and 60s bands, with its 1.25″ depth body and is now available in two scale lengths, 30″ short scale and 34″ long scale.

How good are Hofner guitars?

These guitars do have some hardware peculiarities, and they are not the most adjustable of instruments, but they actually play very nicely, being solidly built out of some very nice woods.

Are Hofner classical guitars any good?

This is our good quality budget series. These are good quality classical guitars suitable for beginners or those on a budget. They are built to the highest standards and provide excellent playability which is important particularly for beginners.