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Description
Step back in time with the Hofner 174, a classic solid body electric guitar that encapsulates the essence of vintage charm with modern playability. Originally crafted in the late 1960s, this guitar is renowned for its unique pickup configuration and retro aesthetic that appeals to both collectors and contemporary players alike. The Hofner 174 sports a double-cutaway body design, which not only enhances its visual appeal but also allows for easy access to higher frets, making it perfect for lead guitarists seeking versatility.
Equipped with three single-coil pickups, the Hofner 174 offers a wide range of tonal possibilities, from crisp and clean tones to gritty and powerful overdrives. The guitar's intuitive controls include a volume knob and tone knob, along with a 3-way pickup selector, which provides a straightforward yet effective interface for shaping your sound. The bolt-on maple neck and rosewood fingerboard ensure smooth playability and comfort, catering to both beginners and seasoned musicians.
Whether you're jamming in a garage band or performing on stage, the Hofner 174 stands out with its distinct sound and timeless design. Its reputation for quality craftsmanship makes it a reliable choice for any guitarist looking to add a piece of history to their collection.
Key Features:
- Solid body electric guitar with a double-cutaway design
- Three single-coil pickups for versatile tone options
- Bolt-on maple neck with a rosewood fingerboard
- Vintage-style bridge and tuning machines
- Intuitive control layout with volume, tone, and 3-way pickup selector
Reviews
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Great vintage guitar, amazing sound very SG.
I bought a Hofner 174 from 1972, made in Germany about a year ago. It comes with two humbuckers with an amazing vintage sound (not waxed, got to be careful with the gain settings on your amp!) standard 3 way switch, 2 tones, 2 volumes and also a phase switch for every mic which gives you several great combinations. Neck and body are made of solid mahogany, set neck. It´s very lightweight (as an SG should be, i guess) but it sounds killer, plenty of mid-lows, mids and highs. Excellent player, it´s a very easy to play guitar, mine was set up with low action and sounds amazing. Had to replace the tuners with some gotoh (kluson lookalike) and it keeps in tune very well.
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