Canadian Ric repair

[ricosound]

I've said it here before but I absolutely hate these people that strip otherwise good instruments, and sell off the bits for profit. I know it's perfectly legit, but is seems so snakey and wastefull.

[megadan]

But I mean, if you had a great Ric bass that was damaged, and needed new parts, you'd be pretty grateful that someone was willing to part out such a rare bass, I would think.

[ricosound]

Not that there isn't a market for this stuff, there is. It just seems unethical to me.

[megadan]

Having once had a 74 4001 and now having a 2005 4003, I would strongly recommend that you consider selling it in exchange for a new 4003. Why? Because you mention you were looking for a player not a collectable. Soundwise and qualitywise, there is no comparison between the old 4001s and a new Ric, especially with the addition of the vintage tone knob!

Just an update to let you all know that I followed this advice

I actually ended up trading that 4001, and bought a new 4003. Here she is:




The family: