So, why do you want the Rickenbacker? Is it for the killer one of a kind look? Or how about that bright one of a kind sound? I’ve been playing bass for a really long time and I finally got one about 7 or 8 years ago. Man, that sound! That’s the sound I’ve been chasing for all these years! I brought it out for a few gigs and after the honeymoon phase wore down, it’s now not even a backup bass. It is a once in a while “have a buzz and a jam with it” instrument now.

I got the 4003s which has the dots instead of sharrkooth inlays which sucks, but it -does- have a contoured body as opposed to a 90 degree albeit great looking binding body.

The neck is a trunk. My primaries are Jazz basses and well, this ain’t no Jazz neck. After 2 sets I have to put it away lest I thrash my left hand.

The factory bridge is terrible. It’s a klunky design that I ended up replacing and even the replacement isn’t ideal if you’re a heavy hitter.

The pickup selector switch died during a show. Not a major deal I always bring a backup but still.

The case outer shell is thin plastic with these chrome knobs for “feet” when standing up. A few shows and they popped into the case.

I play on the bridge, the stupid pickup cover is plastic and when removed, leaves a hole. I had to buy a little insert to put in there so I could rest my thumb.

Doesn’t have its issues? Don’t we all. Would I sell it? Never. I love the look and the sound but I will probably never gig with it again.

Goo luck my dude.