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Description

Unleash your musical creativity with the Höfner 176 Galaxie Deluxe, a classic solid body electric guitar that embodies the spirit of the 1960s. This legendary instrument is known for its distinctive sound and versatile tonal range, making it a favorite among both vintage enthusiasts and modern players. With a design that marries retro aesthetics with contemporary functionality, the Galaxie Deluxe offers an effortless playing experience.

Equipped with three distinctive pickups, each controlled by its own individual slider switch, this guitar ensures a wide array of tonal possibilities at your fingertips. The addition of a smooth, fast-action neck further enhances playability, allowing for quick transitions and effortless access to higher frets. The Höfner 176 Galaxie Deluxe's responsive tremolo system adds dynamic expression to your performance, ensuring your solos stand out.

This guitar's craftsmanship is evident in its durable construction and attention to detail, promising longevity and reliability. Whether you're jamming on stage or recording in a studio, this guitar delivers exceptional sound quality that will captivate any audience.

Key Features:

  • Solid body construction for enduring performance
  • Three individual pickups with slider switch control
  • Fast-action neck for enhanced playability
  • Responsive tremolo system for dynamic expression
  • Vintage-inspired design with modern functionality

Product specs

Brand Hofner
Model Galaxie 176 Deluxe
Finish Antigua Burst, Brilliant Red, Brown, Cherry Red Varnish, Green Burst, Ivory, Red / Gold Brokat Vinyl, Ruby Shaded, Shaded Wood (Sunburst)
Year 1963 - 1976
Made In Germany
Categories Solid Body Electric Guitars
Body Shape Double Cutaway
Body Type Solid Body
Bridge/Tailpiece Type Tremolo Tailpiece
Color Family Brown, Gold, Green, Red, White
Finish Pattern Sunburst
Finish Style Gloss
Fretboard Material Rosewood
Neck Construction Bolt-On
Number of Frets 22
Number of Strings 6-String
Offset Body Offset Body
Pickup Configuration HHH, SSS
Right / Left Handed Right Handed
Wood Top Style Opaque

FAQs

What is the neck profile like on the Hofner 176 Galaxie Deluxe Sunburst?

The Hofner 176 Galaxie Deluxe features a slim neck profile, providing comfortable playability for fast fretwork and ease of access across the fretboard, making it suitable for various playing styles.

What pickup configuration does the Hofner 176 Galaxie Deluxe Sunburst have?

The Hofner 176 Galaxie Deluxe Sunburst is equipped with either HHH (three humbuckers) or SSS (three single-coils) pickup configurations, offering a wide range of tonal possibilities for different genres.

Is the Hofner 176 Galaxie Deluxe Sunburst suitable for beginners?

While the Hofner 176 Galaxie Deluxe Sunburst is a vintage instrument, its playability and unique tonal characteristics can appeal to both beginners and experienced players looking for a distinctive sound.

Does the Hofner 176 Galaxie Deluxe Sunburst have a tremolo system?

Yes, the Hofner 176 Galaxie Deluxe Sunburst features a tremolo tailpiece, allowing players to add vibrato effects to their playing.

What type of wood is used for the fretboard on the Hofner 176 Galaxie Deluxe Sunburst?

The fretboard of the Hofner 176 Galaxie Deluxe Sunburst is made from rosewood, known for its smooth feel and warm tonal qualities.

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peasinafookinpod420

decent

I got it while on tour in Florida. Use it live for "Exiting Hell". no mods and it is pretty decent

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See how Wes Borland uses Hofner (Höfner) 176 Galaxie Deluxe

Wes Borland

Singer, Guitarist

Limp Bizkit

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Verified via Photo

In an Instagram post, Wes Borland showcases his Höfner 176 Galaxie Deluxe Sunburst, highlighting its impeccable tone.

See how Dallas Green uses Hofner (Höfner) 176 Galaxie Deluxe

Dallas Green

Singer, Guitarist

Alexisonfire

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Verified via Theglobeandmail

Dallas played this 1966 Hofner Galaxie Deluxe at Harry Rosen Underground, in Yorkville, Toronto, on May 5 2011. He was promoting the single Fragile Bird at the time.

See how Jamie Hince uses Hofner (Höfner) 176 Galaxie Deluxe

Jamie Hince

Guitarist

The Kills

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Verified via Clash Magazine

Jamie: The guitar I play, the Hofner, I’ve got about six of those now, but the first one I bought I didn’t even play it. I just walked in and saw it hanging up on the wall, went back home, got an amplifier, went back, and swapped my amplifier for that guitar and took it home and played it. It’s the greatest guitar in the world.

See how Glass Animals uses Hofner (Höfner) 176 Galaxie Deluxe

Glass Animals

Singer, Guitarist

Glass Animals

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Verified via Mixonline

"The writing studio’s compactness leant itself nicely to Bayley’s process. Keeping his essentials within arm’s reach, he has guitars: Hofner 176, Fender Stratocaster, Selmer Classical, Fender Precision bass with flat-wound strings, Roland Jupiter-6, Korg MS-20, ARP 2600—which made it onto every song on the album—a vintage Neumann U 87 microphone, and a couple of API preamps. Recording happens into Pro Tools, with Ableton preferable for sequencing and programming. Keeping things simple allows Bayley to whiz around, patching in what he needs quickly."

See how Dirk von Lowtzow uses Hofner (Höfner) 176 Galaxie Deluxe

Dirk von Lowtzow

Singer, Music Producer

Tocotronic

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Verified via YouTube
Color/Finish: Sunburst

Dirk used a Höfner 176 Galaxie Deluxe throughout the early years of Tocotronic.

See how Paolo Alpiani uses Hofner (Höfner) 176 Galaxie Deluxe

Paolo Alpiani

Guitarist

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Verified via Facebook

Paolo Alpiani's first electric guitar was a Höfner 176 Galaxie Deluxe Sunburst, as mentioned on Facebook. It has not been used in concert.

Album Usage

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