Got the go ahead from my wife to use tax return for 4th Ric.

armybass · Post by **armybass** » Tue Oct 02, 2012 11:20 pm

The Mrs. said she is cool with me using next years tax return on my 4th Ric bass..... So the question I have for you my brethren (and sistren)... is what to get since I have time to plan this next purchase. At this very moment I have three 4003's in FG, JG and MG. I think if I go new it would probably be a Ruby 4003 or a Fretless 4003 (which I know would not be as easy to score). But what I probably want the most is a re issue.... the V63 or V64.... what ever they are called. But then there is always an older Ric 4001 which would be really really cool but a little harder since I would want one in really minty condition. Suggest away...I need your input!

johnallg · Post by **johnallg** » Tue Oct 02, 2012 11:45 pm

armybass wrote:The Mrs. said she is cool with me using next years tax return on my 4th Ric bass..... So the question I have for you my brethren (and sistren)... is what to get since I have time to plan this next purchase. At this very moment I have three 4003's in FG, JG and MG. I think if I go new it would probably be a Ruby 4003 or a Fretless 4003 (which I know would not be as easy to score). But what I probably want the most is a re issue.... the V63 or V64.... what ever they are called. But then there is always an older Ric 4001 which would be really really cool but a little harder since I would want one in really minty condition. Suggest away...I need your input!

Since you have 3 new ones, it is time to try something different. A fretless would be tough to find, unless you give it time. Ruby 4003 would be a repeat of what you have. I love the old 70s 4001 basses, and being a used bass, would not be pristine, but the neck and tone is worth it for me. I have two in really decent shape considering they are 36 and 37 years old. Lastly, the V63s I have and the one I sold are fantastic basses, as are the C64 basses I've played at Confluences. More costly, but great basses.

You have a lot of time to think about it so dream on.

There is always a mid-60s RM.........

8mileshigher · Post by **8mileshigher** » Wed Oct 03, 2012 12:11 am

Since the tax returns won't arrive for several months, you have time to hunt the used (or new) Ric market for something special, like the examples John A has suggested.

And by the way, your spouse is very special !!

jps · Post by **jps** » Wed Oct 03, 2012 12:55 am

I would go for something different, a new 4004.

rickenbottom · Post by **rickenbottom** » Wed Oct 03, 2012 7:14 am

A nice 2008 4004cii in Blueburst for sale up here in Southern Ontario. Its Also on the Rickenbacker Market in the Forum.

Lefty4003S8 · Post by **Lefty4003S8** » Wed Oct 03, 2012 7:35 am

It depends........how nuch $ are you getting back??????

Personally, I would go for an older 4001. I currently own one, have had two, and LOVE them!!!!

There is a '73 4001 in Azureglo. in beautiful shape at Nationwideguitars.com
It's been sitting there waiting for someone for quite a while. I would LOVE to have it, but, it's right-handed.

You righties REALLY make me jealous!!!!

I would also reccomend a V63----they are great basses!!!!!!!!

Best of luck, and happy shopping!!!!

Lefty4003s8

Do not drink from the toilet when taking Lyrica

Kopfjaeger · Post by **Kopfjaeger** » Wed Oct 03, 2012 8:24 am

jps wrote:I would go for something different, a new 4004.

+1. Jeff beat me to it. A 4004 is different from your 4003's. The new ones are the same neck profile as your newer 4003's but the sound is different and opens up a bunch of new tonal possibilities. Ultimately, I would say a 4002 but unless your tax return is huge, that's not going to happen. You would have to find one first and that is no easy task. The 4002 is a tone beast!

Sepp

manta · Post by **manta** » Wed Oct 03, 2012 8:52 am

Me too! Sadly, I only get $4. 32 for my return!!!

sloop_john_b · Post by **sloop_john_b** » Wed Oct 03, 2012 8:52 am

P-Bass.

Oops.

cjj · Post by **cjj** » Wed Oct 03, 2012 10:31 am

Kopfjaeger wrote:
jps wrote:I would go for something different, a new 4004.
+1. Jeff beat me to it. A 4004 is different from your 4003's. The new ones are the same neck profile as your newer 4003's but the sound is different and opens up a bunch of new tonal possibilities. Ultimately, I would say a 4002 but unless your tax return is huge, that's not going to happen. You would have to find one first and that is no easy task. The 4002 is a tone beast!

Sepp

I'll +2 the 4004.

The '70s 4001 basses are fantastic, but if you haven't played a 4004, you really owe it to yourself to give one a try...

woodyng · Post by **woodyng** » Wed Oct 03, 2012 11:20 am

I will jump on the 4004 bandwagon. I have a laredo and a cii,and there are some subtle differences in the tone each produces. I would say the Laredo is tonally a little more like the 4003,the cii has a bit more complex tone,(one i really like,too).
The hb1 pickups are fantastic. And As far as vintage pieces,how big is that tax return again?

armybass · Post by **armybass** » Wed Oct 03, 2012 7:20 pm

Hmmmm, I really like the look of the 4004's a lot. But they are not me. I am a Classic Ric fan. I would like to find an old 4001 but like I said.... it would have to be in great shape and also be a Mapleglo or some kind of rare color. I saw a used Seafoam Green 4003 that was awesome. Also love the Autumnglo and the Ruby and Midnight too.....

RickyBubba · Post by **RickyBubba** » Wed Oct 03, 2012 8:41 pm

Go for something vintage, many of the other recommendations can be had with less effort....just my opinion.

Say a nice 4001

armybass · Post by **armybass** » Thu Oct 04, 2012 1:39 pm

Yeah...I would love a nice MG 4001 with binding or maybe a white 4001..... Tuxedo, Red? Hmmmmm

bartyclue · Post by **bartyclue** » Thu Oct 04, 2012 3:06 pm

manta wrote:Me too! Sadly, I only get $4. 32 for my return!!!

You mean you guys get money back??

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