Hagstrom Super Swede

[mongo2]

Is that the fingerboard that extends all the way down to the bridge?

Yes it appears to be a carved extension of the fingerboard.

Here's a link to Hagstrom's page about the Super Swede Bass...

Super Swede Bass by Hagstrom Guitars of Sweden

 

[gigetto]

Here in Italy they are diffused in shops, i'll try

 

[sleddogn]

i too played a 73 or 74 swede red one just like that picture, was my only bass for nearly 10 years. Loved it, it was a bit heavy though

 

[sleddogn]

here is a pic, i miss this one, shouldn't have sold her

 

[Rhuddy]

I have had several Hagstrom basses over the years. The last Super Swede in my stable was built between original and the Asian models. It was purchased before the Asian models hit the market. If memory serves, all the parts come from Sweden and it was assembled in Czechoslovakia, making it a European model. It is a very beautiful instrument, and thoughtfully crafted. It is the Northen model. I rarely play it anymore, but it is fun to pull out at times. Rutger was able to do some amazing work with this design. I will probably sell it at some point, but have been putting it off.

 

[Kipp Harrington]

I have had several Hagstrom basses over the years. The last Super Swede in my stable was built between original and the Asian models. It was purchased before the Asian models hit the market. If memory serves, all the parts come from Sweden and it was assembled in Czechoslovakia, making it a European model. It is a very beautiful instrument, and thoughtfully crafted. I rarely play it anymore, but it is fun to pull out at times. Rutger was able to do some amazing work with this design. I will probably sell it at some point, but have been putting it off.

I am all set for basses (for the moment, anyway), but I have always been intrigued by the Super Swede). Never had the opportunity to play one, though.

 

[Spidey2112]

I am all set for basses (for the moment, anyway)...

 

[Rhuddy]

It may look like a Fender in some ways, but it does not play like one. It has a very unique feel and sonic signature. It is quite punchy and great for octave work. As I approach my 70's, it just becomes time to thin the herd. Something about an estate sale of my instruments that makes me skittish!