Quick Introduction

bulltrout · Post by **bulltrout** » Sun Dec 10, 2006 7:18 am

Hello everyone, I hope I placed this into the correct sub-forum. I just bought a Rickenbacker 330 and thought this would be great place to get some more information on them, and just wanted to say hello and introduce myself before I start posting away.

I played bass in high school, took a hiatus from music and found my way back about four years ago. I've played mostly teles and strats, and found myself with two strats recently, which makes no sense, so I sold one and bought the Rick which should be here within a week.

I've loved the look and sound or Rickenbackers for at least 25 years, so this purchase was long overdue.

I mostly play blues, so it'll be interesting to hear from any of you who also use a Rickenbacker for blues.

Anyhow, I look forward to learning lots on this site.

lars · Post by **lars** » Sun Dec 10, 2006 8:00 am

Hello Christopher, welcome to the forum!

ozover50 · Post by **ozover50** » Sun Dec 10, 2006 9:26 am

Hi Christopher..... you've come to the right place. There are a number of members who play blues with their Ricks, so you shouldn't be short of input.

Enjoy your 330 when it arrives. What color did you go for?

H

winston · Post by **winston** » Sun Dec 10, 2006 9:48 am

Hi Christopher,

Welcome to the forum. I am one of the musicians that "Aitch" mentioned.

Here's the instruments that I use when I play blues on a Rickenbacker. They are very versatile. My 360V64 has been modified so it can be made to sound like a Strat or a Les Paul. My 350 has a great blues vibe going for it. It sounds like a cross between a Strat and a Les Paul. My 4003 bass is the most versatile bass that I own.

I will be interested to see how you like your 330. I have never played one.

marc61 · Post by **marc61** » Sun Dec 10, 2006 12:27 pm

Hey Christopher..Welcome...

Please keep in mind that posting pics of new arrival guitars is mandatory

stubby · Post by **stubby** » Sun Dec 10, 2006 12:44 pm

Welcome!

bulltrout · Post by **bulltrout** » Sun Dec 10, 2006 1:32 pm

Thanks for the warm welcome. I will definitely post pictures when it gets here - guitar-porn should be mandatory when you buy a new guitar.

Its a fireglow, which has always been my favorite colour.

Chris

kenposurf · Post by **kenposurf** » Sun Dec 10, 2006 2:53 pm

Welcome Chris..may it be only the first of many Ric's you acquire!

fatcat · Post by **fatcat** » Sun Dec 10, 2006 6:53 pm

Let us know when you get a Ric 12 string, that qualifies you for membership in the 8 mile high club.

sloop_john_b · Post by **sloop_john_b** » Mon Dec 11, 2006 8:13 am

Welcome Chris! I play a lot of blues and blues-inspired music on my Ricks - don't let anyone tell you you can't!

octagon · Post by **octagon** » Mon Dec 11, 2006 8:42 am

Welcome Chris!This guy sure could play some blues on his Rick.

bulltrout · Post by **bulltrout** » Mon Dec 11, 2006 9:00 am

I've never seen that picture of SRV before - I'd love to see some footage of him playing a Rick.