How much do they run for used. Im not a vintage freak (not that owning vintage gear isnt awesome, its just really expensive). And what other brand would you compare the neck to? Fender, Dean, Ibanez, Ernie Ball?
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I want a Rick really bad.
- Thread starter FighttheSilence
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Under $1200 is a great deal! And the neck is like a... Idk it is very guitar like tho, very nice!
Depends on the condition and how hard you look for deals. The closest neck I played to a Rick's was a Schecter Stilleto neck through 5's. Fender necks are nothing like Rickenbacker necks at all. Fender necks taper quite a bit, whereas with Ric necks, there is almost no taper.
If you shop around, you should be able to find one for $1200. Prices have gone up recently, it used to be quite easy to find them for that much.
If you shop around, you should be able to find one for $1200. Prices have gone up recently, it used to be quite easy to find them for that much.
You're telling me. I've been GASing for a Rick since I was 16 (turning 20 soon!) and I'm in the middle of a trade for a 4001 right now. GAS levels are quite high right now. 
Hard to compare the neck- they're quite narrow and are kinda the same width all the way along.
It seems to be the biggest gripe people have- they just can't get used to it so hate it. If you're fussy about your neck profile, make sure you have a good play before you jump in.
That said.... it doesn't seem to make much difference to me. I've got some really different basses and my hands pretty much seem to feel comfy on all of them so I've never really understood what people are talking about.
Yeah, a lot of people are used to Fenders and so can't stand the necks cause they're so different. Some people also hate how the string spacing remains relatively narrow at the bridge. It doesn't bother me, though.
You're telling me. I've been GASing for a Rick since I was 16 (turning 20 soon!) and I'm in the middle of a trade for a 4001 right now. GAS levels are quite high right now.
4 years? Aw c'mon, that is not enough time to be whining about GAS....
Try waiting for a Rick since you were 15, I have been. I turn 45 next month, either I win, or I am very stupid....or GAS is such exquisite pain....
Anyway, back ro to Fightthesilence's questions. Any Rick, in decent shape that you can buy for under 1,400.00 (us) is a deal.
As to the neck, IMHO there really is no other like a Rick. There are some that come close in terms of width or thickness, but I have never found one that felt the same. Close, but not the same.
Recently a guy on here got an 80s ric for 500 canadian, so deals do exist. A ric is its own beast and they are very much a love or hate kind of bass. Your best bet is to try and find one to play. Also the neck profiles changed slightly in I believe 06, so that is also something to consider while searching for one. Happy hunting.
I heard/read more than a few complaints about the body being uncomfortable.
Definitely wise to try one before buying.
Definitely wise to try one before buying.
GET ONE NOW.
I'd wanted a Ric since I was 16. I bought my first Ric after working all winter and summer of '07 to buy a 360 Jetglo (wish I bought Fireglo). I played it the first time with a pocketknife clipped to my pants. S***! There goes that piano finish...
I picked up a 1975 4001 in white for $1300 from GC a few months ago. It had old strings (older than me old), needed cleaned terribly, and showed use. But I love it! My band threatened to kick me out, jokingly of course
, if I don't use it now!
The neck isn't Fender and the bridge isn't either. It's 16 or 17 mm spacing versus Fender's 19mm. It took a bit to get used to it but I love it now. I still wouldn't complain if it had a P bass neck and spacing, but that's me. (See sig)
I'd wanted a Ric since I was 16. I bought my first Ric after working all winter and summer of '07 to buy a 360 Jetglo (wish I bought Fireglo). I played it the first time with a pocketknife clipped to my pants. S***! There goes that piano finish...
I picked up a 1975 4001 in white for $1300 from GC a few months ago. It had old strings (older than me old), needed cleaned terribly, and showed use. But I love it! My band threatened to kick me out, jokingly of course
, if I don't use it now!The neck isn't Fender and the bridge isn't either. It's 16 or 17 mm spacing versus Fender's 19mm. It took a bit to get used to it but I love it now. I still wouldn't complain if it had a P bass neck and spacing, but that's me. (See sig)
Ya, Im not much of a Fender guy (dont like the necks and I hate the headstocks). I like Ibanez alot, cause I have smallish hands. Anyways, thanks you guys. im 16 and I have a feeling Ill be saving for a long time. And I just got off ebay, I saw a 1973 ric in firegelo. it was so sweet.
hmmm. IF you dig Ibanez necks I would definetly spend some real time playing a Rick. They are not very similar IMO. That being said I have little rat paws and about the only thing I really like about Ibanez is there necks, and yet I have no complaints at all about my Ric. It's just different.
ric necks are rather thick.a person that doesn't like them would probably exclaim:"their necks are like baseball bats!"
the are thick like P bass or warwick thick.
the are thick like P bass or warwick thick.
Last December 2008 I found a used 2002 Rickenbacker 4003 bass in nice condition for $900 at a local music store in Albuquerque. It's a great bass!
Shop around.
Shop around.
Played for 10 years before I got my first Ric. Couldn't wait to get rid of it after I got it. Def PLAY one before you shell out the bucks. Just a bit of advice. If you like it then, more power to you. I love them in other players' hands. I grew up on Fender P styles, and the Ric ain't nothing like it. It is quite unique in the hands and in tone. Notice how many "great" Ric players have modded their pups and bridges.
