Rickresource Rickenbacker Forum

Here are some more pictures, I installed the maple plug, a previous owner had the Bad-Ass bridge installed and it was all messed up. I have purchased a hipshot bridge to put on it but have been having second thoughts. I'm thinking of picking up a used Ric bridge but not sure (any advice), I have ...

I acquired a 4001 that was beat up, I have been dabbling in guitar and bass repair and rebuild, I have always wanted a RIC. Anyway the bass that I bought the plate said it was a 1976,
but after doing some research I'm very confused, I'm thinking it is pre 76, the pearl inlays go all the way across ...