Höfner HCT 185 Bass 1. Contemporary version of the Höfner “Artist” bass of the 1960s 2. Two volume and two tone controls 3. High quality hardware 4. Höfner German designed pickups

Instrument: Model: Category Term Description Part No. Shape H185 / Galaxie Wood Top Basswood Soundhole Wood Back Basswood Wood Sides Binding Top Binding Back Binding Sides Centerblock Wood Maple Construction One Piece Headstock Shape Hofner '60's 6 a-side Logo and Artwork Script Neck Joint Bolt on Joint At 17th Fret Thickness Neck + FB At 1st Fret 22mm Thickness Neck + FB Near Heel 23mm Heel Cap Wood Rosewood Scale 34" / 86cm Nut Width 43mm Width At 12th Fret 55mm Inlays Hofner Stripe Binding White Side Dots Yes Number Of Frets 21 Material Metal Type Fixed Tailpiece/Bridge Top Sunburst or White Body Sunburst or White Neck Sunburst or White Tuners Single Nickel / Black Tuner Buttons Nickel Tailpiece Fixed Tailpiece/Bridge Nut Material Bone Pickguard Black / White / Black Pickup Neck Hofner Black Bass Pick-up Pickup Middle Pickup Bridge Hofner Black Bass Pick-up Potentiometer Knobs Nickel Strings Action Bass String at 12th Fret 3mm Action Treble String at 12th Fret 2mm

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FAQs

What is the neck profile like on the Höfner HCT 185 Artist bass?

The Höfner HCT 185 Artist features a comfortable neck profile that is typical of vintage bass designs, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced players who prefer a classic feel.

What kind of tones can I expect from the Höfner HCT 185 Artist's pickups?

The Höfner HCT 185 Artist is equipped with passive humbucking pickups, offering warm and full tones that are ideal for genres like rock and blues.

Is the Höfner HCT 185 Artist bass suitable for small hands?

Yes, the Höfner HCT 185 Artist is a short-scale bass, which makes it more accessible for players with smaller hands due to the reduced distance between frets.

How does the Höfner HCT 185 Artist compare to other vintage-style basses?

The Höfner HCT 185 Artist is known for its vintage aesthetics and sound, featuring a double cutaway body and passive pickups, providing a classic tone and look reminiscent of basses from the 1960s.

What materials are used in the construction of the Höfner HCT 185 Artist?

The Höfner HCT 185 Artist features a maple body and neck, with a rosewood fretboard, contributing to its warm tone and durable build quality.