Happy Jack

Hi there Happy Jack! Since reading through the listings on Hofners, I see you are the man in the know on these basses.

For the 60's band I play in, Carnabyarmy.com, I've come to the realization that the Hofner is the right fit for our sound. I started with a Icon series Club bass....it sounded pretty darn good, but I just couldn't jive with the quality, so I've moved on to a HCT Club bass...which is pretty darn good, but of course lack's some of the classic Hofner sound because of the center block, so I tried a few Senator basses and they're great. I have one in hand (1964), but the owner didn't explain that the neck was replaced with a pre 1960's bass so there's no truss rod and the neck is bowed so it's unadjustable and basically unplayable for me.

Any thoughts on who might have one for sale? or any tips on getting a bow out of a non truss rod Hofner neck? 

Attached is the photo of the 1964 I just bought (and now returning)

Thanks for your help!

Best,

Gunnar