Hofner HCT Shorty Bass Guitar in Black

£159.00

Hofner have impressed us with this New Hofner HCT Shorty Bass Guitar in Black in Bass, it’s in stock, and ready to ship with fast, reliable delivery across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. For more details within Bass, additional Bass Guitars options, full specifications, demos, images, videos, and secure online ordering, read on below. You shouldn’t underestimate a shorty. Just because it is small, that doesn’t mean it lacks presence. The Hofner HCT Shorty bass combines a truly unique look with affordability and increased portability. Enjoy an incredible bass playing experience (with full scale length) at a fraction of the…

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Hofner have impressed us with this New Hofner HCT Shorty Bass Guitar in Black in Bass, it’s in stock, and ready to ship with fast, reliable delivery across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. For more details within Bass, additional Bass Guitars options, full specifications, demos, images, videos, and secure online ordering, read on below.

You shouldn’t underestimate a shorty. Just because it is small, that doesn’t mean it lacks presence. The Hofner HCT Shorty bass combines a truly unique look with affordability and increased portability. Enjoy an incredible bass playing experience (with full scale length) at a fraction of the size of a traditional model.

Small, But Powerful

You’ll get the same rich Hofner bass tones that you know and love thanks to a single Hofner humbucker bridge pickup. A basswood top, back and sides contributes to the overall warm sound, while a one piece, bolt-on maple neck with a rosewood fingerboard results in a highly playable bass guitar that you’ll want to take with you everywhere!

Specifications

  • Black Finish
  • Potentiometer Knobs (Black Chrome)
  • Hofner Humbucker Bridge Pickup
  • Plastic Nut
  • Fixed Tailpiece/Bridge
  • Pearl Tuner Buttons
  • Single Nickel Tuners
  • Metal Fixed Tailpiece/Bridge
  • 24 Frets
  • Dot Inlays
  • 30" / 76cm Scale Length
  • 42mm Nut Width
  • Width at 12th Fret – 54mm
  • Rosewood Fingerboard
  • One Piece, Bolt-On Maple Neck
  • Basswood Body (Top & Back/Sides)
  • Gigbag Included

Additional information

Weight 26 kg

Stuff About Bass Guitars

Bass guitars form the backbone of a band’s sound, sitting between rhythm and harmony to give music depth, weight, and movement. Available in electric and acoustic forms, they focus on delivering strong, controlled low frequencies while remaining clear and responsive to playing dynamics. Factors like scale length, string type, and pickup design all influence tone and feel, allowing bass guitars to suit a wide range of styles and techniques. Whether laying down solid grooves or exploring more melodic lines, a good bass guitar anchors the music and brings everything together.

Stuff About Electric Bass Guitars

Electric bass guitars provide the low-end foundation that supports rhythm, harmony, and groove within a band. Designed for clarity, punch, and control, they translate string vibration into a focused, amplified signal that locks in with drums and drives the music forward. Different scale lengths, pickup configurations, and electronics influence feel and tone, from deep, rounded lows to tight, articulate attack. Whether used for simple supportive lines or more expressive playing, electric bass guitars are essential for shaping the feel and energy of a track.

The Important stuff

Black — Black instruments and gear offer a timeless, understated look that fits almost any style of music or setup. Whether it’s a guitar, pedal or accessory, a black finish is often chosen for its clean appearance, practicality and stage-ready feel. If you prefer gear that looks focused, professional and never goes out of fashion, black options deliver a classic aesthetic with no distractions..

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