what is its weight please

light weight hollow body. easy to hold and play

What kind of strings does this come with as standard?

Mine had rounds - but generally speaking you’ll need to change your the strings when you get new bass - they tend to be dull from dirty hands trying the bass out. Flats sound good on this type of bass if you want a thump woody classic 60s tone.

What is the full length of the instrument?

I make it 1120mm, or 44.1” in imperial. Depends on where you measure, owing to the angle of the headstock. I measured the inside of the custom case ... (recommend the case, but make sure you get the Hofner one, not the copy which I’ve heard doesn’t fit as well. Not sure a soft bag works for a fiddle bass.)

can this bass be played without an amp at home for noodling?

Yes it can as it is a semi acoustic, but not of course as loud than through an amplifier, can hear yourself play for practice purposes. This is what I do. I am ex 60's bass player who used to have an old Hofner when first started playing. Good sound too

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Hofner Ignition Violin Bass - Sunburst

Product ID: 48830726

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Back material type
Maple
Brand
Hofner
Colour
sunburst
Finish type
Sunburst
Instrument
Electric Bass
Item dimensions L x W x H
134.6 x 43.2 x

🎸Fully hollow maple body

🔄Switchable pickups & solo/rhythm control

🎛️70's style Hofner ignition pickups

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Description

🎶 Own the Beatle Bass Legacy — Vintage Sound Meets Modern Value!

ICONIC VINTAGE VIBES - Authentic 70's Hofner hollow body for that legendary tone
LIGHTWEIGHT PLAYABLE - Compact design for effortless gigging and long jam sessions
BUDGET FRIENDLY CLASSIC - Get the iconic Hofner sound without breaking the bank
VERSATILE SOUND CONTROL - Famous Hofner control panel with switchable pickups & solo/rhythm modes
STUNNING SUNBURST FINISH - Eye-catching flame maple back and neck that commands attention

The Hofner Ignition Violin Bass in Sunburst delivers the classic 70's Hofner sound with a fully hollow maple body and authentic ignition pickups. Featuring the iconic Hofner control panel with switchable pickups and solo/rhythm switches, it offers versatile tonal options. Lightweight and visually striking with a sunburst finish, this bass is perfect for players seeking vintage tone on a budget without compromising style or playability.

Specifications

ASIN	B005UPZ4WY
Back Material Type	Maple
Best Sellers Rank	28,862 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 43 in Electric Bass Guitars
Body Material Type	Wood
Brand Name	Hofner
Colour	sunburst
Connector Type	6.35mm Jack
Customer Reviews	4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (66)
Finish Type	Sunburst
Global Trade Identification Number	04250358600018
Hand Orientation	Right
Included Components	With case
Instrument	Electric Bass
Item Dimensions	134.6 x 43.2 x 15.2 centimetres
Item Weight	454 g
Manufacturer	Hofner
Manufacturer Part Number	HIBBSB
Material Type	Maple, Spruce, Rosewood
Model Number	HOF-HI-BB-SB-O
Number of Strings	4
Operation Mode	Manual
Set Name	Sunburst
String Material Type	Alloy Steel
Top Material Type	Basswood
UPC	888365081779 008474925164 136447228896
Unit Count	1 Count

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