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This is the original Hofner case for this bass, and shows its 'vintage' roots (good only for nostalgia, as the latches and hinges are very much the worse for wear...). I offers very little protection for the instrument, too, having no padding. I've kept it, of course, but the bass is presently in a Thomann 'Gator' case, and is what we call a 'very snug fit'... ... Tight, but it won't be moving around whilst being handled..! All very well and good, but I see that this model of case is no longer referenced on the Thomann site..! They do, however, have several other bass cases, for electric or acoustic basses which would probably do the job. Have a look at their offerings, and if in any doubt, contact them for exact interior measurements of overall length, widest and narrowest bout, and body depth. I have on several occasions contacted them for this very sort of information, and have always been correctly informed. I have many Hofner basses and guitars, most of 'em in this style, so I know full well how tough it can be to find a good case, but Thomann have come up with the goods many times, for me. Does this help at all..? Douglas

Have any of you 'Shorty Lovers' played one of those Rapier Saffire basses? They look like huge value for money...

But look at that lovely label Jack ... 🤩 😁 That's what people are willing to pay for. Doesn't make it a better bass obvs, just pure lust and (unjustifiable) cool factor! Personally, I think it looks cool as flip. The tailpiece and saddle stink I agree ... but largely fixable. Neck break is a shame, but more have that than don't. The table is right where it should be, no sinking ... that's one crucial thing. As long as the neck is at a good angle too... £2.5k is a reasonable-ish price for that old dawg.

And there's only one of you, so you're rare too! If you can fit into a Hiscox case, I can store you in my airing cupboard for the next 30 years.

Is it the Goldtone model? Been having a quick look on that Google thing, and that's about the only one I can find for sale here in Blighty.....🤔

Ah, thank you. Job sorted!

I have done it, edited and unlocked

You can, just report the post and ask for it to be reopened.

Little Eyes - Fleetwood Mick

It's a Mandocello but I do tend to play it like an 8 string bass.

Tiny eyes. Reeves & Bob

I use the Elf into a Markbass Pure 4 ohm 2x10”. It’s a superlight and loud rig. One of the bands I play with is a loud ska punky band and I’m yet to go past half way on my volume.

Lenny Henry!

Hi there Mods, I had a bass up for sale yesterday for a short while on the marketplace & someone agreed to buy it, who has now pulled out due to car issues. Is it possible to unlock the thread again, so it came be put back on sale, or do I have to pay the £7 fee again and copy and paste the whole ad? Thanks in advance! HB

Be aware that some Kays have little value, but the better ones are actually rather hood and yours is in that category. Not worth a fortune but not a throw-away. (From a man with two Kay basses and a guitar, both inferior to yours).