(SOLD) Rickenbacker 4003 Bass Jetglo 1998
Ric 4003 bass, Jetglo finish, made in USA 1998. This has quite a presence about it, no? The 4003 has a very distinct tone about it: thick and swampy on the low end, with a snarly, sharp top end that lends every note a singing clarity that'll will shine through any mix. The neck is a slightly beefy D shape, not too different to a Precision Bass but a little squarer around the edges. It feels great in the hands: the balance is good, the hardware is sturdy and the body is naturally responsive. Now, it kinda goes without saying, but it looks superb too. The triangular inlays, bound fretboard and body, slick lines and abundance of chrome is such a magical mix. Tip trick: this won't last very long.
Model: Rickenbacker 4003
Made: USA, 2020 (serial O1 8033)
Finish: 'Jetglo' (gloss black), 1-ply white guard
Body: maple
Neck: maple with rosewood board, 33.25" scale, 10" radius, D shape
Weight: 4.305kg
Mods: bridge pickup cover removed
Pickups: Rickenbacker Hi-Gain single coil x2
Case: Rickenbacker deluxe hard case inc docs
Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. The headstock has some minor scuffs on the end, back and bottom edge. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, minor rub wear and dimples on the back only. The back has widespread light scuffs and rub wear, as well as some dimples near the neck joint, near the jack and in the elbow area. The sides have some scuffs in the elbow area and near the jack. The front has some dimples around the bridge, some scuffs and dimples in the elbow area, a couple of dimples on the top horn, some scuffs on the bottom horn and some play wear on the guard. Overall: very good condition (7.5/10)
Playing condition notes: Action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good, both truss rods work. The frets are in great shape, 9/10 for fret life left. Electronics all tested and working properly. Wearing fresh 45/105 Moonshiners strings.