NBD: Ric4003

[aero58]

Just received the Rickenbacker 4003 (matte black) that I ordered/reserved this past November. Initially was told that it would be Feb/Mar before shipping, but lo and behold, showed up early. And I'm happy to say that there is not a blemish on this instrument - it looks perfect!

This was a blind-buy for me, as I've never had a chance to see/handle a Ric in person. It's got a different "feel" in the hands than my Fenders, so will take some getting used to (I've only been playing for a couple years, so there's that). And BTW, the strings that it comes with seem nice thus far. I prefer flats, but I'm going to keep these rounds on it for a while till we get better acquainted.

 

[Warpeg]

Beautiful bass! Welcome to the MBL club; I own the same bass and love it!

 

[68Goldfish]

Awesome! looks like they finally did something with the bride setup. It's been a long time since I've looked at a new Rick.

 

[JRA]

beautiful! congratulations on your new instrument!

 

[Crusher47]

Congrats!

 

[aero58]

Beautiful bass! Welcome to the MBL club; I own the same bass and love it!

Thanks! Did you keep the pickup cover, or remove it? I'm thinking of removing it - I didn't realize how much I instinctively palm mute until now.

Awesome! looks like they finally did something with the bride setup. It's been a long time since I've looked at a new Rick.

Thanks! Noob question: What's the "bride setup"?

beautiful! congratulations on your new instrument!

Congrats!

Thanks!

 

[TN WOODMAN]

Maybe poster meant bridge? I was wondering the same.

 

[Gregc57]

Beautiful RIC. I have a soft spot for all things RIC.

 

[68Goldfish]

Sorry guys. I was just saying that the whole bridge/tailpiece looks to be some kind of upgraded part as compared what I remember Ricks having. I know it was a constant source of consternation to some rick players and for so long they refused to change it. I was just commenting that it looked like they had finally changed it. Again, killer bass for sure!

 

[Killing Floor]

Suit up. Can't play that in sandals. Nice bass.

 

[aero58]

Maybe poster meant bridge? I was wondering the same.

Sorry guys. I was just saying that the whole bridge/tailpiece looks to be some kind of upgraded part as compared what I remember Ricks having. I know it was a constant source of consternation to some rick players and for so long they refused to change it. I was just commenting that it looked like they had finally changed it. Again, killer bass for sure!

Gotchya. And I think I read somewhere that the bridge was changed recently (for the better).

 

[ajkula66]

That's one sharp-looking-bass, congrats !

Play it in good health and enjoy!

 

[P. Aaron]

Man, that's awesome. Congrats.

 

[corndog]

Welcome to the club. Don’t expect it to play/feel/sound like a Fender. Because it’s not!

Embrace the differences, they are fantastic instruments.

 

[jamro217]

Yay!!! Beautiful bass. I'm interested to learn more about the bride setup part. Is that some sort of Vegas wedding thing?

 

[Gizmot]

Enjoy your Ric! Every time I see one in black, I can’t help but think how cool it would be if you could still get one with checkerboard binding (even if you have to pay extra for it).
Put a good looking strap and adjust it, plug it in to a good amp set up and enjoy the sound!

 

[never-enough]

Just received the Rickenbacker 4003 (matte black) that I ordered/reserved this past November. Initially was told that it would be Feb/Mar before shipping, but lo and behold, showed up early. And I'm happy to say that there is not a blemish on this instrument - it looks perfect!

This was a blind-buy for me, as I've never had a chance to see/handle a Ric in person. It's got a different "feel" in the hands than my Fenders, so will take some getting used to (I've only been playing for a couple years, so there's that). And BTW, the strings that it comes with seem nice thus far. I prefer flats, but I'm going to keep these rounds on it for a while till we get better acquainted.

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very cool bass, looks like some really nice figuring on that fretboard

 

[Hounddog409]

Awesome bass. RICS are the best.
It wont take long to get used to it.

I kept the OEM strings on mine. Its all it wears.

 

[ryan pate]

Yay!!! Beautiful bass. I'm interested to learn more about the bride setup part. Is that some sort of Vegas wedding thing?

Right? I’m wondering if you can buy the bass separately.

 

[smo]

It's got a different "feel" in the hands than my Fenders, so will take some getting used to. And BTW, the strings ... I prefer flats, but I'm going to keep these rounds on it for a while till we get better acquainted.

Congrats
It won't take long, I found the neck to be similar in width to a P-bass, just a different shape (mine's a U-shape).
T.I. Jazz Flats sound great on a Ric. Enjoy