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hmmm.....

http://cgi.ebay.com/Rees-hand-made-cust ... 1|294%3A50

That's pretty friggin' kewl!

I wonder if the auction's gonna get pulled?

Yeah, I wonder too. I mean, it is obviously a Rick "tribute" but maybe not enough to matter. Also, a model that is not even produced anymore.

But who knows?

Does look interesting!

It's "Rick-reminiscent"--and an attractive instrument--but not a direct copy. And although he hints at it the "R" word is nowhere to be found in the listing.

Closest thing is the shape of the guard--and it's no real contest.

That name sounds familiar. Ex-employee? Rick phreak?

That does look kinda attractive, and will certainly appeal to many. The color is real close too.

Now...If you could stick a RI HS in it...

I like it, except for the tuners, which should have shorter rods.

I note that the body shape and headstock shape and pup assembly are quite different to a 4000... I'm not sure there are any actual infringements - which is extremely clever as the intent as a tribute is obvious.

I think he's clearly okay. If it had the RIC TRC shape, or the horns or headstock had a hint of cresting wave, then there would be trouble. Besides, I imagine that by now the RIC police would have gotten it pulled if they had a problem with it. I think it's really the gold backed lucite and fireglo that drive the "tribute" point home anyway.
I really like it. If I were a bass player, I'd gladly drop $800 on it. I've seen some of his other builds, and he's definitely a talented guy.

I like the shape, it's kinda like a 325 mated with a 4000...

Very retro looking. Don't sound half bad.

Where's my lefty..??

He's just east of Columbus, somebody down there should go check it out.

Thanks for all the compliments!

That bass is a close as I'd go without expecting (and deserving) legal action.

I'm not an ex-employee, just a Rick phreak. Combos mostly.

-Ed

Welcome, Ed!

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