Rickresource Rickenbacker Forum

I've used TI, La Bella and D'Addario flats on my 4003. My issues with TI flats (.43-.100) are their price, they weren't well balanced and the really low tension created issues including fret buzz, dead notes, etc. I also didn't like that they were dull/thumpy and took the "growl" out of my...

I think the SKBs offer better neck support, but that's just my humble opinion.

Not sure if it would be cheaper for you being in the U.K., but you can purchase the same set of strings directly from D'Addario as singles. I don't care for the Ric strings because the string tension is way too low and, in turn, exacerbated my saddle click problem. I found I had to go to a higher te...

It's not important, and it's not even correct, because it suggests that his [Geddy's] assessment and use of Rics should somehow affect ours. I totally disagree with that. I disagree with that because Geddy Lee was the reason I wanted a Ric (I'm certain I'm not the only one), and I bought my first o...

Good stuff, guys. I think I'm going for the ECB84s. I'm a little worried about that .65 D string in the ECB81 set; really high tension.

rickenbrother wrote:John, which model will you be putting these on? The ECB84s (.100-.80-.60-.40) are better balanced for string to string tension.

Thanks, Joey. I'm putting them on a 4003.

I'm looking at two sets: the ECB81s (.100-.80-.65-.45) or the ECB84s (.100-.80-.60-.40). Has anyone used these sets and which do you think would be a better choice? Thanks!

eatswodo wrote:These folks will do a 3 3/4" cover for you:

http://www.lutehole.com/products.htm

Thanks, David. I saw those, but they're a little pricey. I mean, they're beautifully crafted, but I guess I'm just looking for a hunk of rubber that will fit.

I recently acquired a Martin OMCX1KE acoustic guitar and now I want to get a soundhole cover/feedback buster. Unfortunately, in doing research, it looks like standard soundhole covers fit 3 7/8" to 4" soundholes. My soundhole measures 3 3/4". Does anyone have any suggestions or advice...

Very cool, guys. Thanks for the replies.

johnallg wrote: He said affordable!

Yeah, I know. But I figured it wouldn't hurt to ask.

I'm looking for recommendations for a compact bass amp that I could use for semi-acoustic gigs. I'm going to be playing with a mellow folk group and I don't want to haul my half stack. Plus, I think my current setup will be overkill for the music and venues we'll be playing. Any recommendations for ...

MiroN wrote:

jbrando wrote: Are you referring to how it doesn't sit closer to the nut?

Yes!
however beautiful work.

Thanks!

I like it, but ... is TRC a little bit small? The plexi TRCs are wider and longer than the raised letter ones. Are you referring to how it doesn't sit closer to the nut? Yep, there's a little gap there. Must be the way RIC drilled the bottom holes. I didn't feel like hasseling with sending it back,...

Just wanted to share some recent mods to my 4003.