Coolhandjjl said:
So I wonder what determines whether there's a volute or not? Seems a bit random.
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So I wonder what determines whether there's a volute or not? Seems a bit random.
With each new year they seem to tweak something in their CNC program a bit. I remember for a brief period in 2009 the necks were really thick (there was no volute at all, just a really fat neck) then they went to two-piece slim necks after a few months.
While working out today I listened to the whole Farewell to Kings album. Since this is the Rickenbacker club I thought it was a good topic for discussion...one of the greatest examples of prog rock Ric tone ever:
It's hard to work out and play air bass at the same time...
It's hard to work out and play air bass at the same time...
Spectrum said:
I have said that exact same thing before. Perfect!!! When I think Ric tone I think "Cinderella Man" by RUSH and "Roundabout" by Yes.
I got my 1st Ric a cuppla months ago. Cheyenne '97 4004c. Beautiful bass, loving it!
I've still got the D'addario rounds on it now.
What's the opinion on flats or tapes on these?
I've still got the D'addario rounds on it now.
What's the opinion on flats or tapes on these?
I have TI Jazz Flats on my Laredo. You loose some of the treble grind, but it does make the bass sit really well in the band mix. The feel is quite nice, too. 
Thanx. I've found tapes nice on my Gibby G3 & Precision, so might give 'em a go on the Cheyenne.
I don't need a number, but here are the 2 August 1973 Rickenbackers 4001's. They are 11 digits apart in terms of serial, and both were identical when they left the factory. The Jetglo is 100% stock, the mapleglo is stripped and waxed in carnuba wax, has a horseshoe pickup, a 4003-bridge (with the extra screws to counteract the taillift) and a shaved neck. Both sound killer.
And here is my other rick, a 1999 370/12MG.
And here is my other rick, a 1999 370/12MG.
He Rod, you kept that purchase quiet.
Where's the photo?
I'm waiting on delivery of my 08 Cheyenne.
Pete
Not really, I joined this club & posted pics 
Here, for your viewing pleasure.
Will get some better pics soon. :-/
Here, for your viewing pleasure.
Will get some better pics soon. :-/
I had Chromes on my 4004C from '95 and it was a match made in heaven. Not sure what is on it right now.
My new Cheyenne. 2008 with vvt mod.
I'm in lurv.
Very nice! Yours must have been one of the last ones built with the Combi bridge - my '09 4004Cii has the Schaller bridge, but I would have preferred the Combi. On the plus side, my Cii was the very first one built with a 2-piece flame maple neck & UV-cured finish, and the flame maple on the body ain't to shabby either. One of these days, I just might have to do the vol/vol/tone mod to mine...
It really gives you more tonal control.Wow!!!
Sweet Cheyennes. Concentric pots. Now there's a nifty ideavt/vt !
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