Hall of Fame: 1960s Höfner Congress Arch Top Acoustic Guitar in Gloss Two Tone Sunburst

Hall of Fame: 1960s Höfner Congress Arch Top Acoustic Guitar in Gloss Two Tone Sunburst

Vincent Barras

This 1960s Höfner Arch Top is a classic German made hollow body with warm, woody projection and that unmistakable vintage sunburst glow. Its fully hollow construction, floating bridge and trapeze tailpiece deliver a smooth, rounded voice that suits jazz, swing and old school rhythm beautifully. What makes this one special is its authentic 1960s West German build and original character, giving it genuine vintage feel and tonal charm that modern reissues simply cannot replicate.

Specifications:

Year
 Circa 1960s 
Made in West Germany
Body Material Carved spuce top, maple back & sides
Finish Gloss two tone sunburst
Body Type Fully hollow archtop acoustic with twin F holes
Scale Length Approx. 630 mm to 650 mm
Neck Material Maple
Construction Set-neck
Fretboard Material Rosewood
Bridge Floating wooden bridge with adjustable saddle
Tailpiece Original trapeze metal tailpiece
Binding Cream body binding
Tuners Open gear strip tuners with cream buttons
Serial Number 14966
Date Sold 07/04/2026
Sold For $1,300 AUD
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