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Posted: **Sat Dec 10, 2005 3:39 pm**

I copied that from the source mentioned ... I can't guarantee it is accurate ... and some details were left out ... but it is a good outline of the 4001 history ...

Posted: **Sat Dec 10, 2005 3:55 pm**

Also, MG was definitely an option on 4001s before '65. There's a gorgeous '63 pictured in the Smith book.

Posted: **Sat Dec 10, 2005 4:42 pm**

Hey Joey, You're right about the Star Stowe edition of Playboy. I recall sneaking a peek of my Dad's copy in 1978. I bought my own copy of the same magazine last year on eBay....I just had to have the centerfold with that great body and excellent curves. Star Stowe wasn't bad either!

. Email me if you'd like a high resolution scan!

Posted: **Sat Dec 10, 2005 6:29 pm**

Lars,I cant believe you want us to go back over this again,I feel like were studying for a final or something.

Posted: **Sat Dec 10, 2005 7:28 pm**

Paul Boyer's book will be the gold standard for future Rick bass players/collectors for years to come. One day all of you will be able to say that you were there when it was being written. Many will be able to say they contributed to the book in some way. Everyone here (including you lurkers!) should be supportive of Paul's efforts.

Posted: **Sat Dec 10, 2005 7:34 pm**

Thanks, Ted. Check's in the mail!

Posted: **Sat Dec 10, 2005 7:44 pm**

I just think it is cool that you are doing it Paul! You are definately the right man for the job.

Posted: **Sat Dec 10, 2005 7:59 pm**

"... What about the infamous 'hump' pickguard? When did that start?"

The question is when will it stop!

Posted: **Sat Dec 10, 2005 10:10 pm**

Quote: 82 is first year for 4003 .

This is incorrect. 4003's came out in 1980. I have one.

my 79 is the only year I have seen with this binding scheme:

Posted: **Sat Dec 10, 2005 11:15 pm**

That is a very cool bass Sean. It is probably one of a kind.

Posted: **Sun Dec 11, 2005 12:35 am**

...and I thought it was late '73 - early '74 that the hi gain started replacing the toaster in the neck position.

Exactly... 1974.

It certainly wasn't 1972.

Posted: **Sun Dec 11, 2005 2:38 am**

"Lars,I cant believe you want us to go back over this again..."

Yes, I know changes is about all we discuss here, but if we had a correct timeline of changes we could discuss other things?

"Uh.....Like what....?"

Posted: **Sun Dec 11, 2005 3:11 am**

Sorry: Star Stowe appeared in the February 1977 issue of Playboy, and the toaster pickup on the 4001 model was discontinud in late 1973.

Posted: **Sun Dec 11, 2005 3:16 am**

I've seen a toaster on a 74

Posted: **Sun Dec 11, 2005 5:52 am**

See what I mean?

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