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Here for sale we have a Hofner Ambassador in Brunette finish. Made in Germany, the serial number and specification of this guitar indicates that it was produced around 1966. The Ambassador was a short-lived model, available in the UK between '65 & '68 from the Selmer Catalogue. With less than 500 ever made, this guitar is now one of the rarest Hofners available. The Hofner 'Nova-Sonic' 511 'Staple' pickups which are installed in this instrument were discontinued by the end of '66, and along with the low serial number point to the guitar's manufacture in 1966.
A set-neck hollow body construction is employed, and comprises Laminated Flamed Maple back & sides, Laminated Spruce top, Maple neck and 22 fret Rosewood fingerboard. Nickel hardware is fitted including a 'Lyre' tailpiece, Hofner Micro-Matic bridge and open-geared tuning machines with pearloid buttons. A pair of Hofner 'Nova-Sonic' 511 Staple humbucking pickups are installed, and are wired to a 3-way toggle switch, master volume, mid boost and master tone controls.
The Maple neck plays very well, with the 'Slendanek' profile feeling rather substantial by today's standards, yet remaining slim enough for articulate playing. The profile might be described as a 'C' shape which is well suited to both chordal and melodic playing styles. The Rosewood fingerboard is pleasant under the fingers, providing a tactile and durable playing surface across the register. Its 7.25" radius is a vintage-accurate feature which ensures that tricky chord voicings and changes are as comfortable as possible.
Amplified, the hollow-body construction of this instrument produces an open and airy tone, with the naturally aged wood of the body resonating beautifully for a rich and distinctive sound which cannot be easily imitated. There is a strong, dark low end which adds a depth and character to the sound, and is well complemented by the open and clear midrange. The top end is unpronounced in the neck position, producing a sound that is perfect for jazzy lead lines. There is ample brightness in the bridge position however, and with a little bit of drive there is a very convincing rock rhythm or blues sound available.
This guitar is a commission sale - if you have a high end guitar you are interested in selling, please contact us via our easy to find website - search: Sell Us Your Guitar.
Please be aware that for international buyers import fees are not included in our postage and packaging cost, this only covers the cost of the guitar being sent to you. Import fees will be charged by Customs upon the guitar's arrival in the recipient country. Due to Brexit, this also applies to EU buyers. We advise checking the total import cost with Customs as this is not information we are able to accurately provide.