I know Rics are junk and all...

[EdwardofHuncote]

Right after a FireGlo 4004, that JetGlo is my favorite... a very close 2nd.

 

[TheReceder]

In defense of that pictured bass, it has a non-insane bridge design.

And it won't dig into you right forearm.

 

[KevInDaBassment]

In my opinion, the Rick OP posted is missing everything I like about ricks: the binding, fret markers, pickguard... just my 2 cents.

Same here, the pickup cover and all the other flair is one of the things I like about the Rics.

 

[CapnSev]

I despise the 4003, but those 4004s might just be the sexiest basses ever made. I want one so bad.

 

[Deleted member 271037]

I looks beautiful. Really classy. But when I think Rick it's all about the quirky, uncompromising and somewhat flawed 4001/4003. I rarely play my 4003 these days but every time I do I instantly remember why I used to love it so much (and also why I went back to a P after all those years).

Even though the 4004 looks beautiful it just doesn't SCREAM Rick like a 4001/4003 to me. But then I'm the kinda guy that leaves the ashtrays on my P-basses...

Does the 4004 use machine screws for the strap buttons? Or do they save that particular "surprise" (when the bass hits the floor mid-gig) for the 4003 owners?

 

[lfmn16]

Funny how actually trying a bass is so much different from what you "just know."

 

[tb4sbp]

I had a Rick 4001 years ago. Loved it. Played great, sounded great, felt great. Never traveled with it though. I have heard that is where most problems are is the neck being so thin it cannot handle temp changes very well. I have nothing but great and fond memories of my Rick. I hope you do as well with yours. Best of luck

 

[woodyng2]

View attachment 3262466 but I’ll be damned if I’m not lusting after this thing.

As you should.

 

[Spidey2112]

I wouldn't call them junk, just an acquired taste, like Vegemite or maybe Blue Cheese.

My two favorite foods...

... those are foods, aren't they?

 

[Spidey2112]

it's black black black black...so it has that going for it!

Which is nice...

 

[Spidey2112]

This is TalkBass... no reason we can't do both. But this is clearly a Ric bashing thread. Stay on topic please.

!

 

[woodyng2]

I despise the 4003, but those 4004s might just be the sexiest basses ever made. I want one so bad.

I got my first one about 12 years ago. Been collecting them slowly since then.
They are great basses, i think Rickenbacker’s best,but they still have room for improvements.
They also make a great platform for modding.

 

[flashgod]

Rickenbacker are like Italian cars, best known for the fantastic look and sound, but they all have their issues. But some people do not understand and prefer schmusing around with their boring VW’s...

 

[Spidey2112]

I got my first Ric 38 years ago... 'traditionally', nickel is a 40th anniversary gift, so Rotosound RS66LDN's it will be...

... just give me a moment... I'm a little verklempt...

... talk amongst yourselves...

 

[tubedude]

Funny how actually trying a bass is so much different from what you "just know."

I hear ya! I just knew Rics must be the best 'cause Chris and Geddy used them.

 

[Briton]

I hear ya! I just knew Rics must be the best 'cause Chris and Geddy used them.

Don't forget McCartney and Lemmy!

 

[Briton]

Apart from Lee, Squire, Lemmy, McCartney, Hook, Hughes, Glover and Foxton who else is known for using a Rickenbacker bass?
Oh and don't say "ME".

 

[StereoPlayer]

Maurice Gibb

 

[Ric5]

View attachment 3262466 but I’ll be damned if I’m not lusting after this thing.

I OWN 2 4004S … I LOVE THEM BOTH.

For anyone buying a 4004 the first thing you need to do is rewire it. I find the stock wiring pretty much useless.

- they come from the factory with 2 15k ohm humbuckers and they are wired toggle, 1one volume, and one tone. The pots will either be 250k ohm or 330k ohm. Humbuckers need at least 500k ohm.

- option 1 - wire it volume, volume, tone with 500k ohm pots.
- option 2 - wire it with a toggle and stacked pots so each pickup gets its own volume and tone
- option 3 - wire it with a 4 band Audere preamp then you will have volume, balance, treble, bass, hi mid, and low mid controls

 

[Briton]

Maurice Gibb
View attachment 3262887

That's a new one on me!