hollowbody

  1. craigie

    Eko hollowbody corpse resurrection

    Here's a thread to document my "build" of a bass from various parts. Not so much lutherie as hackery. My experience to date is with swapping pickups, bridges, Fender necks which have all just bolted right in, and 5 years of rough carpentry. I recently acquired an Eko hollowbody without any...
  2. fretlessman71

    LR Baggs DI for hollowbody electric?

    Here comes another one of my hair(hare?)brained ideas..... I have a Univox 335-style bass with two "Hofner" style magnetic pickups, converted to fretless, with nylon tapewound strings. I use a hard carbon fiber pick and pretty high action, and it gets something very similar to the tone of an...
  3. primusfan1989

    Modern Hollowbody basses?

    Just curious as to what are the current hollow/semihollow basses with a classic style on the market these days? Im talking med-short scale, passive, and most importantly made in US So far Im aware of Guild Starfire, Hofner's many offerings, gretsch but none of them are really doing it for me...
  4. 2 bass sell off: Bluesman Vintage, Sadowsky/Warmoth/Fender, Delia Custom Shop Hollowbody
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    For sale 2 bass sell off: Bluesman Vintage, Sadowsky/Warmoth/Fender, Delia Custom Shop Hollowbody

    I have acquired a few basses lately that gave me gas and "then" a old bass that I REALLY hated I let get gone came up for grabs. Soooo, I am going to have to let go of some of my recent acquisitions. All great basses, but just BAD timing on my part (of course)...
    $10.00
  5. TraderPo

    SOLD 2 bass sell off: Bluesman Vintage, Sadowsky/Warmoth/Fender, Delia Custom Shop Hollowbody

    I have acquired a few basses lately that gave me gas and "then" a old bass that I REALLY hated I let get gone came up for grabs. Soooo, I am going to have to let go of some of my recent acquisitions. All great basses, but just BAD timing on my part (of course)...
  6. 2004 Lakland Skyline Hollowbody – Final Crazy Price Drop  $895!
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    For sale 2004 Lakland Skyline Hollowbody – Final Crazy Price Drop $895!

    This rare and beautiful bass is in like-new condition. Finished in gorgeous Shoreline Gold and equipped with the wonderful-sounding Bartolini humbucking pickups, this bass has a rare factory-installed Bartolini 3-band pre-amp (active). The neck feels silky smooth and fast, and the ergonomics...
    $895.00
  7. jdy

    SOLD 2004 Lakland Skyline Hollowbody – Final Crazy Price Drop $895!

    This rare and beautiful bass is in like-new condition. Finished in gorgeous Shoreline Gold and equipped with the wonderful-sounding Bartolini humbucking pickups, this bass has a rare factory-installed Bartolini 3-band pre-amp (active). The neck feels silky smooth and fast, and the ergonomics...
  8. Epiphone Jack Casady
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    For sale Epiphone Jack Casady

    Here is a beautiful Epiphone Jack Casady signature hollow body bass in gold. It's a beast! But with the varitone switch, which is an impedance selector for the pickup, it is a controllable beast. I am the only owner. Other than the gloss being buffed off of the back of the neck this bass is in...
    $600.00
  9. Swamprat

    SOLD Epiphone Jack Casady

    Here is a beautiful Epiphone Jack Casady signature hollow body bass in gold. It's a beast! But with the varitone switch, which is an impedance selector for the pickup, it is a controllable beast. I am the only owner. Other than the gloss being buffed off of the back of the neck this bass is in...
  10. iambucket

    Thoughts on these models for a short scale hollow/semi?

    As the title implies, I'm looking for a short scale (non-negotiable) hollow or semi hollow (negotiable if somehow the total weight is close to that of a hollow/semi, like a chambered). I will most likely not find this in a store as I also need it to be lefty. My top pick would be a Hofner...
  11. Lakland Skyline Hollowbody in Sunburst
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    For sale Lakland Skyline Hollowbody in Sunburst

    Up for sale is my Lakland Skyline Hollowbody in Sunburst, with Chi-Sonic pickups. In excellent shape, looks beautiful, sounds amazing. It is strung with TI flats. Comes with the original case. Looking at $1000 shipped CONUS, PayPal.
    $1,000.00
  12. macribas

    SOLD Lakland Skyline Hollowbody in Sunburst

    Up for sale is my Lakland Skyline Hollowbody in Sunburst, with Chi-Sonic pickups. In excellent shape, looks beautiful, sounds amazing. It is strung with TI flats. Comes with the original case. Looking at $1000 shipped CONUS, PayPal.
  13. 2004 Lakland Hollowbody Inca Silver
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    For sale 2004 Lakland Hollowbody Inca Silver

    Lakland Hollowbody in Inca Silver w/ Bartolini pickups TI flats Straight neck with low action Hardshell case Made in Korea Small doing in the finish just below the toggle switch, see pics for condition. $950 shipped
    $950.00
  14. ElliottStrong

    SOLD 2004 Lakland Hollowbody Inca Silver

    Lakland Hollowbody in Inca Silver w/ Bartolini pickups TI flats Straight neck with low action Hardshell case Made in Korea Small doing in the finish just below the toggle switch, see pics for condition. $950 shipped
  15. Hofner PRESIDENT Bass 500/ 5 w/OHSC
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    For sale Hofner PRESIDENT Bass 500/ 5 w/OHSC

    Near Mint, newer Hofner President Bass, aka Stuart Suitcliff Bass. Very nice playing, and extremely comfortable, larger body Bass. Very deep lows, with (2) Toaster style pickups, configured in a Cavern Bass pattern. No dents or dings, with very light play wear. Comes with an extremely well made...
    $625.00
  16. rollin$tone

    SOLD Hofner PRESIDENT Bass 500/ 5 w/OHSC

    Near Mint, newer Hofner President Bass, aka Stuart Suitcliff Bass. Very nice playing, and extremely comfortable, larger body Bass. Very deep lows, with (2) Toaster style pickups, configured in a Cavern Bass pattern. No dents or dings, with very light play wear. Comes with an extremely well made...
  17. A

    Warwick, rock, star bass

    I am looking for a hollow body bass. I have an American fender jazz and would like a hollow body to contrast my current bass. Aesthetically I love the star bass shape and I like how it's still under 1000 new (I was hoping to buy second hand) can anyone tell me what they're like to play and if...
  18. Gretsch G6072

    For sale Gretsch G6072

    Here is a Gretsch G6072 bass guitar, essentially the same as the White Falcon bass except it obviously isn't white. This is a high quality crafted in Japan long scale 34" hollow body bass guitar. I think it's about 10 years old. It is in excellent condition, the only flaw is one of the buttons...
    $1,500.00
  19. Shumasonics

    For Sale Gretsch G6072

    Here is a Gretsch G6072 bass guitar, essentially the same as the White Falcon bass except it obviously isn't white. This is a high quality crafted in Japan long scale 34" hollow body bass guitar. I think it's about 10 years old. It is in excellent condition, the only flaw is one of the buttons...
  20. Coronet body

    Coronet body

    it's a hollow body
  21. Exc+++ Lakland Hollowbody - ChiSonics - Trans Burgundy
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    For sale Exc+++ Lakland Hollowbody - ChiSonics - Trans Burgundy

    Here's a exc+++ Lakland Hollowbody with the trans-burgundy finish and chi-sonic single coil pickups. Has a great set of Thomastik flat wounds on it - and has a really great range of tones. Includes a virtually un-used hardshell case, as this one mostly got played in my studio for things that...
    $975.00
  22. J

    SOLD Exc+++ Lakland Hollowbody - ChiSonics - Trans Burgundy

    Here's a exc+++ Lakland Hollowbody with the trans-burgundy finish and chi-sonic single coil pickups. Has a great set of Thomastik flat wounds on it - and has a really great range of tones. Includes a virtually un-used hardshell case, as this one mostly got played in my studio for things that...
  23. 60s VOX Cougar Bass Short Scale Hollowbody

    For sale 60s VOX Cougar Bass Short Scale Hollowbody

    Original 60s VOX (Italy) Cougar Short Scale Bass, plays fine, electronics work with no issues. Could use a simple set up and intonation. Currently wearing flats, TIs if I remember correctly-- Price is for the bass shipped in the lower 48. No case. I will pack well. If you're agreeable, I'd...
    $625.00
  24. dinkbass

    For Sale 60s VOX Cougar Bass Short Scale Hollowbody

    Original 60s VOX (Italy) Cougar Short Scale Bass, plays fine, electronics work with no issues. Could use a simple set up and intonation. Currently wearing flats, TIs if I remember correctly-- Price is for the bass shipped in the lower 48. No case. I will pack well. If you're agreeable, I'd...
  25. 2014 Lakland USA Hollowbody – Sonic Blue, Chi-Sonics, 8.0 lbs, $1995!
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    For sale 2014 Lakland USA Hollowbody – Sonic Blue, Chi-Sonics, 8.0 lbs, $1995!

    Handcrafted at the Lakland shop in Chicago, this “king of hollowbodies” has it all: a gorgeous sonic blue finish; a tone that is deep, warm, fat, and clear; and perfect playability with very low action, excellent balance, and comfortable rounded body edges. In like-new condition, no dings or...
    $1,995.00
  26. jdy

    SOLD 2014 Lakland USA Hollowbody – Sonic Blue, Chi-Sonics, 8.0 lbs, $1995!

    Handcrafted at the Lakland shop in Chicago, this “king of hollowbodies” has it all: a gorgeous sonic blue finish; a tone that is deep, warm, fat, and clear; and perfect playability with very low action, excellent balance, and comfortable rounded body edges. In like-new condition, no dings or...
  27. camartmor

    Chowny CHB-2

    Hey, new member, first thread. I have a brand new CHB-2 coming in the next few days. I know the first batch is already out, but I have not been able to find anyone who has one, or at least has experience with one, say anything about it. There are a few threads floating around about the...
  28. jazzercountry

    Does this preamp exist?

    Hey experts! I'm looking for a relatively simple preamp for my Starcaster. I'm putting in Novak bisonics, and I'd like to change up the wiring. What I'm looking for is a 4 knob filter based. Just volume, blend, and a sweepable LPF for each pickup. I think that can do everything I'd ever...
  29. G&L ASAT Semi Hollow
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    For sale G&L ASAT Semi Hollow

    Excellent condition, 6 bolt, Made in USA ASAT semi hollow. Lightweight. Beefy quartersawn maple neck. Tone! I believe the color is US Blonde. Its a transparent finish. Body has binding on front (I think its a natural masked binding). I'm reducing my collection - haven't been in a band for...
    $1,100.00
  30. ashtray

    SOLD G&L ASAT Semi Hollow

    Excellent condition, 6 bolt, Made in USA ASAT semi hollow. Lightweight. Beefy quartersawn maple neck. Tone! I believe the color is US Blonde. Its a transparent finish. Body has binding on front (I think its a natural masked binding). I'm reducing my collection - haven't been in a band for...
  31. Lakland Skyline HB30 w/ Hardcase
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    For sale Lakland Skyline HB30 w/ Hardcase

    This is a Beautiful Lakland skyline Hollow body 30" scale. It was made in Korea and has single coil pickups. The neck is smooth and the binding is really impressive. I couldn't find any marks on it. I'll get some more pics up that don't contain all my fingerprints. $950 including the tweed...
    $950.00
  32. Sunnburn

    SOLD Lakland Skyline HB30 w/ Hardcase

    This is a Beautiful Lakland skyline Hollow body 30" scale. It was made in Korea and has single coil pickups. The neck is smooth and the binding is really impressive. I couldn't find any marks on it. I'll get some more pics up that don't contain all my fingerprints. $950 including the tweed...
  33. MR PC

    Hollow Body Basses

    Lee, I've listened to you playing the Warwick hollow body basses lately. Gorgeous tone! Prior to using the Warwick basses..over the years have you ever used any other hollow body basses in the studio?
  34. Klira Twenstar 356 - 60's Hollowbody
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    For sale Klira Twenstar 356 - 60's Hollowbody

    This is a Mid-to-Late 60's Klira Twenstar 356 - Great condition and ready to gig. Asking $750 $975 shipped VERY well-packed and insured CONUS. This is the real deal made in Bubenreuth, Germany down the road from the Hofner factory. Klira used a lot of the same wood and techniques as hofners...
    $750.00
  35. cultrvultr

    SOLD Klira Twenstar 356 - 60's Hollowbody

    This is a Mid-to-Late 60's Klira Twenstar 356 - Great condition and ready to gig. Asking $750 $975 shipped VERY well-packed and insured CONUS. This is the real deal made in Bubenreuth, Germany down the road from the Hofner factory. Klira used a lot of the same wood and techniques as hofners...
  36. Lakland USA Hollowbody
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    For sale Lakland USA Hollowbody

    iLIKE! Is it 34"?
    $2,100.00
  37. More or Les

    SOLD Lakland USA Hollowbody

    Dead Mint, with OHSC. Picked up here on TB less than a year ago, and hardly touched. Killer sonic blue finish. original thread....SOLD - Rare US Lakland Hollowbody Thanks!
  38. TimothyGroovy

    Wanted Cronkhite Starefire II Gig Bag / Hollowbody Bass Gig Bag

    Anyone got this rare one and would like to part with them? Thanks.
  39. HOFNER PRESIDENT HCT 500/5 CONTEMPORARY HOLLOWBODY W/ HOFNER HSC
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    For sale HOFNER PRESIDENT HCT 500/5 CONTEMPORARY HOLLOWBODY W/ HOFNER HSC

    Almost like new and recent pro setup with LaBella gold tapes. Beautiful vintage vibe in looks and tone. Set neck 30" scale Hofners work best with medium scale strings due to the tailpiece. Hofner German "toaster" pickups, ebony floating bridge, rosewood board (no fret wear), open vintage-style...
    $550.00
  40. t-ray

    No longer available HOFNER PRESIDENT HCT 500/5 CONTEMPORARY HOLLOWBODY W/ HOFNER HSC

    Almost like new and recent pro setup with LaBella gold tapes. Beautiful vintage vibe in looks and tone. Set neck 30" scale Hofners work best with medium scale strings due to the tailpiece. Hofner German "toaster" pickups, ebony floating bridge, rosewood board (no fret wear), open vintage-style...