1964 RM 1999 new scratchplate

[edwinrabbit]

HI everyone, I have just subscribed. I am looking for a scratchplate for my well worn 1964 RM 1999 (4001S export model I Think!!) loads on the internet but very confusing as there are lots of different ones. I need some expert advice before I commit to buy. Thanks Garry

[Ontario_RIC_fan]

HI everyone, I have just subscribed. I am looking for a scratchplate for my well worn 1964 RM 1999 (4001S export model I Think!!) loads on the internet but very confusing as there are lots of different ones. I need some expert advice before I commit to buy. Thanks Garry

Garry:

Pickguardian is your best bet for a replacement scratchplate that matches your original..

Now please share some info and pictures of your bass... We never get tired of looking at them...

[wints]

Yes, welcome Garry. It's always nice when another RM 1999 appears.

Brian is correct if you are here in the States. Are you located here? Or the UK/Oz?

[edwinrabbit]

Thankyou Brian and Andrew, I live in the UK and bought this bass just after I left school in 1969, I paid £75 and paid monthly. I was not earning much and it broke the bank. I have used this tremendous guitar up until about 10 years ago when age took the better of me. The bass has suffered under me under the years, I have fitted a XLR connection as well as the jack plate which is a vast improvement in reliability. It has been sanded down to the bare wood and have fitted a Fender jazz pickup to the bridge. This bass still plays and sounds incredible. but the scratchplate is cracked and really lets it down. Unfortunately I binned the horseshoe pickup but would never have re fitted it. I will send some pics as soon as I can suss out how to use this site. I am very greatful for your responses to my query albiet a long way away.

Thanks for now Garry

[opticnerve]

Unfortunately I binned the horseshoe pickup but would never have re fitted it.

Oh, the pain...

[wints]

Garry,

I'm from the UK originally as well. so your not that far away really! There's nothing wrong having used a bass for 30 years as a tool for what it's meant to do. If you want send the photo's to me at sirtcheyne@aol.com and I'll post them if you wish.

Where in the UK are you, if you don't mind me asking?

[edwinrabbit]

Hi Wints, I live in Wigan lancashire, Thanks for you help here, I will take some pics shortly and send them on to you, Thanks again

[wints]

Garry,

Thanks. Actually, Pete Greenwood, who is a long time member here is close to you, in Manchester. He has owned many RM1999 basses over the years and is a great guy to chat with about these basses. I'm sure he'll check in here soon...

Pete?

[pag]

Gary,
Welcome to the Rickresource!
I am in Altrincham south Manchester but we rehearse with our Yes tribute in the Bolton area.
Pm me and we can chat.

[wints]

Perfect timing Pete!
Here's Garry's April '64...

[Ontario_RIC_fan]

Garry:

Very nice bass...

April 64 is DD right?

[leftybass]

Very nice..!

[sloop_john_b]

Wow! Nice!

[wints]

Garry:

Very nice bass...

April 64 is DD right?

Correct! It is a DD...

[edwinrabbit]

Thankyou everyone for your interest and replies to my querie. yes it is a 64 model DD460. You all sound like you know your stuff. Great site, I will be a regular supporter from now on

Thanks Garry