What year/model is this Rickenbacker?

Mike_McMeens · Post by **Mike_McMeens** » Thu Jan 11, 2001 8:28 am

Hi, I am looking into buying a Rickenbacker Bass.
The owner states that the bass is a model 4000, and the serial # is UD1457.
Any help on what it is, and what it might be worth?.
It appears to be a studio bass.
I had a Ric 23 years ago, sold it and went the Fender route, (please, no stones), but I trying to get back in the fold!
Thanks for any help.
Mike

Bassman · Post by **Bassman** » Thu Jan 11, 2001 4:38 pm

UD indicates that it was made in April of 1981. As for the model, if it has the traditional RIC bass body and has two pick-ups it's a 4001 (but could be a early 4003). If it has just one pick-up then it's a model 4000.
As for value, it's difficult to say for sure without a picture or an accurate description of the bass' condition. It will most likely be between $600-$1000 US dollars, again depending on condition and if it's 100% original or not.
Cheers

anon · Post by **anon** » Sun Jan 14, 2001 3:20 am

I know the bass you are talking about, it is on ebay right now. It's garbage.