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A heartbreaking Ric moment

Discussion in 'Basses [BG]' started by Jscriv, Jan 30, 2019.

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  1. Jan 30, 2019 #1
    Jscriv

    Jscriv

    Feb 3, 2017
    Tonawanda NY
    As some of you may know I've been complaining about my Ric lately. Been toying with trading it away. Finally decieded to just pull the trigger and make an offer. Upon a quick inspection as to not misrepresent my gear...I FIND THIS. Just took the wind out of the old sails. I've already contacted Rickenbacker and the members of the Rickenbacker club. It's used so..warranty won't be happening. It's kept in a climate controlled area. Well maintained as all instruments are. Just wanted to vent to the masses IMG_20190130_170953520_LL.jpg
     
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  2. Jan 30, 2019 #2
    themarshall

    themarshall

    Jun 26, 2008
    cochrane wi
    Can't like this post. Bummer, dude.
     
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  3. Jan 30, 2019 #3
    bholder

    bholder Affable Sociopath Gold Supporting Member Supporting Member

    Sep 2, 2001
    Vestal, NY
    Received a gift from Sire* (see sig)
    owie
     
  4. Jan 30, 2019 #4
    Chad Michael

    Chad Michael Suspended

    Sep 19, 2001
    Pacific Northwest USA
    I see that as repairable, and not ruining the whole bass...
     
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  5. Jan 30, 2019 #5
    KB5

    KB5

    Sep 28, 2012
    Fixable. A little tricky on a finished bass but a good luthier should be able to make that almost undetectable.
     
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  6. Jan 30, 2019 #6
    Bass V

    Bass V

    Dec 11, 2008
    Honolulu, Hawaii
    omg, nope, can't like that... is there evidence of this occurring on other Rics?
     
  7. Jan 30, 2019 #7
    Jscriv

    Jscriv

    Feb 3, 2017
    Tonawanda NY
    A bass I was looking to get rid off, not dump money into. And I guess to some degree I didn't expect a Rickenbacker to just...come undone like that.
     
  8. Jan 30, 2019 #8
    Jscriv

    Jscriv

    Feb 3, 2017
    Tonawanda NY
    I haven't found very much out there. One instance so far in the Rickenbacker group
     
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  9. Jan 30, 2019 #9
    Killed_by_Death

    Killed_by_Death Snaggletooth Inactive

    Jan 2, 2015
    14 Megameters from Groong Tehp
    Sorry that happened to you, and it just solidifies my resolve that I don't like bindings.
     
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  10. Jan 30, 2019 #10
    BlueTalon

    BlueTalon Happy Cynic Supporting Member

    Mar 20, 2011
    Inland Northwest
    Endorsing Artist: Turnstyle Switch
    Is it a 4001 or a 4003?

    (I'm guessing 4003 because you mentioned warrantee.)
     
  11. Jan 30, 2019 #11
    jd56hawk

    jd56hawk

    Sep 12, 2011
    The Garden State
    I definitely hope you can get that repaired!
     
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  12. Jan 30, 2019 #12
    Jscriv

    Jscriv

    Feb 3, 2017
    Tonawanda NY
    I have a few jazz bass necks that have binding that have held up to wild abuse and misuse. Extreme hot and cold. Years and years of punk shows. But I will have to say....I'll leave the binding for the next guy from now on.
     
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  13. Jan 30, 2019 #13
    Jscriv

    Jscriv

    Feb 3, 2017
    Tonawanda NY
    4003. Made 10/2008
     
  14. Jan 30, 2019 #14
    Vinnie Boombatz

    Vinnie Boombatz Inactive

    May 26, 2010
    Easy fix for a reputable repair person. That's what these guys are for.
     
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  15. Jan 30, 2019 #15
    eastcoasteddie

    eastcoasteddie

    Mar 24, 2006
    Brooklyn, transplanted to NoVA
    It solidifies my resolve that I don’t like Rickenbackers...
     
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  16. Jan 30, 2019 #16
    Killed_by_Death

    Killed_by_Death Snaggletooth Inactive

    Jan 2, 2015
    14 Megameters from Groong Tehp
    I like 4004 models just fine, no binding, no weird bridge, & humbucking pickups.
     
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  17. Jan 30, 2019 #17
    fretno

    fretno Supporting Member

    May 10, 2009
    Nashville
    It’s fixable but I’m trying to understand how that could happen and I’m thinking temp or probably humidity changes and perhaps age all combined.
     
  18. Jan 31, 2019 #18
    RichSnyder

    RichSnyder Columbia, MD Supporting Member

    Jun 19, 2003
    I guess it took the wind out of your sail and “sale”. Sorry, should be an easy fix.
     
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  19. Jan 31, 2019 #19
    FugaziBomb

    FugaziBomb

    Jun 5, 2017
    In general, Rickenbacker breaks my heart. They are serious great looking basses that have a distinct sound, but so many people complain about QC from them that I don't think i would ever be comfortable paying the price they command. Add that to their unwillingness to address their known design flaws - like their bridges - and the complaints I hear about their customer service, and I'm not a buyer. Too bad, because I'd really love to buy one with confidence that something like this wouldn't happen.
     
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  20. Jan 31, 2019 #20
    Jscriv

    Jscriv

    Feb 3, 2017
    Tonawanda NY
    In curious to see what they have to say. I understand they might not be willing to cover it, even though I see it as a manufacturer flaw. But I expect them to atleast offer to let me send it in an pay to have then fix it to factory spec
     
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