Based on Paul McCartney’s 1962 Violin Bass, the ’62 bass has delighted Hofner aficionados by replicating details of the original. For example, the “strip” machine heads, the slot-head screws on the hardware, and the two-piece neck are authentic touches that connect this instrument to an earlier time. In the Vintage ’62 Höfner has created a replica of Paul’s bass historically accurate enough to satisfy even the most demanding Beatles fan.

Authentic replica of the '62 model which Paul still plays live on stage today.
Original '62 neck size for sustain and playability. Also available in left-handed (L) version.
Incl. Höfner Vintage strap and case.
Vintage 62: Handmade in Germany

ype/Shape Violin Bass
Top Selected German spruce
Binding Black/Cream/Black
Back and Sides Selected flamed maple
Neck 2-piece maple neck
Fretboard Rosewood
Fretboard Inlays Mother-of-pearl dots
Number/Size of Frets 22
Scale in inch 30
Scale in cm 76
Width of Nut in mm 42
Width of Nut in inch 1 5/8
Tuners H61/74B (2 on a strip)
Bridge Ebony, H72/20B
Tailpiece Brass, H62/30
Pickguard Celluloid, floating; H65/36-P
Pickup(s) 2 'Staple' humbucking pickups; H511B
Electronics 2 volume controls, 2 on/off switches, rhythm/solo switch for volume boost; HA2-B
Hardware Nickel-plated
Finish Antique-brown sunburst
Case H3059 (included)