Atlantis model number question, info?

[MarkSchmitt]

First post here on the forums. Looking forward to learning more about Ricks...

I have an Atlantis built in 1988 with factory vibrato/tremolo. Would the proper model number be "650A VT"? Does anyone know how many Atlantis' were built like this? Hard to even find an image of one on the web....

There doesn't seem to be much info out there on this specific model, but I would like to learn as much as I can about it. Any other resources you would recommend?

Thanks,
Mark

[cjj]

Hey Mark, welcome to the RRF! Have you tried looking at the Register on this site?

Here's a search of all the Atlantis models registered, there are a few with pictures:
http://www.rickresource.com/register/in ... celebrity=

If there's IMG in the remarks column, there are pictures.

[MarkSchmitt]

Thanks for the info and link. I did check these out, but still have the same issue: no images or info on the Atlantis with vibrato/tremolo...

I am beginning to think this was a very unusual option on this guitar. I know it came from the factory with this option...

Any help appreciated

Thanks,
Mark

[libratune]

Mark, I recall seeing vibrato units on 650 models -- the Atlantis is one of several 650-style models -- but I can't find a photo of one with a vibrato. http://www.rickenbacker.com/gallery.asp ... gyear=1990

Could you take a photo of yours and post it here? Perhaps someone else has a 650 with vibrato.

BTW, I think the formal designation for your guitar would be 650A VB.

[MarkSchmitt]

Thanks for the reply. I'll post a picture in this forum under a separate thread, since it seems the question I am really posing is about the vibrato on this model, more than the model itself.

Thanks again,
Mark

[jps]

Pics are welcome just about anywhere on this forum.........post away!!!

[Ontario_RIC_fan]

Yes please!! Let's have some pictures Mark!