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Description

The Hofner Verythin CT is a standout choice for musicians seeking the warm, resonant tones of a semi-hollowbody electric guitar without compromising on modern playability. This instrument takes a classic design and infuses it with contemporary craftsmanship, making it perfect for both vintage enthusiasts and forward-thinking players. Its incredibly thin body is not just an aesthetic feature; it also contributes to the guitar's lightweight feel and distinct tonal characteristics. The CT model emphasizes comfort and versatility, ideal for everything from jazz to rock.

Crafted with a high-quality maple body and spruce center block, the Hofner Verythin CT showcases a rich, articulate sound with enhanced sustain. The traditional f-hole design complements its semi-hollowbody construction, contributing to its open, airy tone. The guitar is equipped with two Höfner humbucking pickups, which deliver a broad tonal range, from clear, crisp highs to deep, resonant lows. The 22-fret rosewood fingerboard offers smooth playability, while the set neck ensures stability and ease of access across the fretboard.

Whether you're on stage or in the studio, the Hofner Verythin CT is engineered to perform. Its combination of classic aesthetics and modern features makes it a versatile addition to any guitarist’s collection, offering both style and substance in equal measure.

Key Features:

  • Semi-hollowbody design with a thin profile for enhanced comfort
  • Maple body with spruce center block for improved resonance
  • Höfner humbucking pickups for a wide tonal range
  • 22-fret rosewood fingerboard for smooth playability
  • Traditional f-hole design for an open, airy sound
  • Set neck construction for stability and easy fretboard access

Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Hofner (Höfner) Verythin CT.

User experience

  • Owners appreciate the Verythin CT for its lightweight and comfortable design, with one regretting selling it due to its surprising comfort and good pickups.

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Setup and maintenance

  • A Verythin owner praises its low action and absence of fret buzz, stating it stays in tune exceptionally well with a hard tail setup.

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Use cases and applications

  • The Verythin CT is versatile, handling distortion well and producing jazzy tones, making it suitable for a range of musical styles.

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Value and pricing

  • A Verythin CT was considered an excellent purchase at $250, with the owner valuing it highly despite having other guitars in their collection.

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See how Paul Weller uses Hofner (Höfner) Verythin CT

Paul Weller

Singer, Guitarist

The Style Council

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Paul actually uses a light blue single cutaway Hofner Verythin, mainly for recording or playing in the studio.

Here is a link to the Hofner Guitar site confirming his Baby Blue VeryThin CT with a Bigsby tailpiece. http://www.hofner.com/news/news/view/label/Paul%20Weller/

See how Joe Strummer uses Hofner (Höfner) Verythin CT

Joe Strummer

Singer, Guitarist

The Clash

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In this image, Joe can be seen with a Verythin which appears to have had the original pickups swapped at some point.

See how John McGeoch uses Hofner (Höfner) Verythin CT

John McGeoch

Guitarist

Siouxsie & the Banshees

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1:31 he has a hofner verythin in a cherry finish

See how William Reid uses Hofner (Höfner) Verythin CT

William Reid

Guitarist

The Jesus and Mary Chain

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William can be seen playing a Hofner Verithin in a live MTV performance from the Honey's Dead era (1992). Colour? Black of course.

See how Jay Bentley uses Hofner (Höfner) Verythin CT

Jay Bentley

Bassist

Bad Religion

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See how Adam Smith uses Hofner (Höfner) Verythin CT

Adam Smith

Guitarist, Keyboardist

Temples

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At 0:21 we can see Adam playing a red Hofner verythin contemporary.

See how NIgel Tufnel uses Hofner (Höfner) Verythin CT

NIgel Tufnel

Guitarist

Spinal Tap

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"...on 1967's "Rainy Day Sun" he played a Hofner Verythin through a Vox AC-30."

See how Bobby Gillespie uses Hofner (Höfner) Verythin CT

Bobby Gillespie

Singer

The Jesus and Mary Chain

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Gillespie can be seen in this photo playing a Hofner Verythin CT.

See how Marcelo Camelo uses Hofner (Höfner) Verythin CT

Marcelo Camelo

Singer, Guitarist

Los Hermanos

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Usada na gravação do DVD 'Los Hermanos na Fundição Progresso' de 2007.

See how Eugene Kelly uses Hofner (Höfner) Verythin CT

Eugene Kelly

Singer, Guitarist

The Vaselines

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Nowadays, Eugene uses a black Hofner Verythin, as seen here, as a primary instrument.

See how Frances McKee uses Hofner (Höfner) Verythin CT

Frances McKee

Singer, Guitarist

The Vaselines

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Frances McKee is playing Höfner Verythin CT in this photo.

See how Nika Kocharov & Young Georgian Lolitaz uses Hofner (Höfner) Verythin CT

Nika Kocharov & Young Georgian Lolitaz

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In the Sofar Sounds performance video titled "Young Georgian Lolitaz - Dark Device," Nika Kocharov of Nika Kocharov & Young Georgian Lolitaz is seen playing a Höfner Verythin CT guitar.

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