What's happened
Paul McCartney's 1961 Höfner bass guitar, missing for over 50 years, has been reunited with the Beatles legend.
Why it matters
The recovery of this iconic instrument, used on some of The Beatles' most famous early songs, is significant to music history and fans worldwide.
What the papers say
The Independent reports that the bass was last seen around the time The Beatles were recording their final album, Let It Be. Al Jazeera emphasizes the global appeal and significance of the bass, while The Times provides historical context and details of the search. AP News and The Guardian also cover the story.
How we got here
The bass was bought by McCartney in 1961 and was last seen publicly around the time The Beatles were recording their final album, Let It Be, in 1970.
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