Rickenbacker 4001 Set up?

[Jared92]

Hey bros. Did a search, not much came up. I just landed a 4001 84' And the actions a tad bit to high for my taste. The neck is straight with tuned strings. Nothing notacablely wrong. I understand rics are different then other basses action wise.

So whats the safest way to lower action a bit without getting fretbuzz?

Thanks!

[iamthebassman]

Are you sure its an '84? Every record I've ever seen shows the 4001 was discontinued in '83.

Have you adjusted the bridge?

[mobis.fr]

hmm if the neck is (99% dead) straight you only can lower the bridge...


but a rick needs a little buzz

[Jared92]

Yes its and 84. One of the last. Made out of the left over parts i suppose. I call it the straggler.

[embellisher]

Might try the Setup & Repair Forum. Moved.

[vin*tone]

Originally Posted by mobis.fr

hmm if the neck is (99% dead) straight you only can lower the bridge...


but a rick needs a little buzz

+1 to wot he said.

Joey's bass notes have good tips on Ric setup.
http://www.joeysbassnotes.com/Rick%20maint.htm

[lousybassplayer]

yep, check joey's. that site got me over my fear of screwing around with that goofy bridge and the dual truss rods.