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ilan
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'74 4001 on eBay has a 3001 pickup in the neck position:

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ilan wrote:'74 4001 on eBay has a 3001 pickup in the neck position:

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I love the "ITEM SPECIFICS":

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Condition: Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab... Read moreabout the condition Brand: Rickenbacker
String Configuration: 12 String Style: 620/12
Dexterity: Right-Handed Body Type: Solid
Country of Manufacture: USA
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Interesting. I Never measured my 3000 and 2030 to see if the pickup size is the same as the other Ricks.
68 4001|73 4001 MG|75 4000 MG|81 4001S AZG|86 4003 MID/BT|86 4003 Shadow|88 4003s Blackstar|89 4003 Grey/BT FL|93 4004 Ci|96 4003S/8 FG|98 4003S/5 JG|05 650D|05 4004Cii/5 TG|08 660/12 JG|18 4003S/5 MID|19 4003S/5 WAL ||TR35B|RB 30||
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3000 series pickups are slightly longer and slightly narrower than hi-gains. The hole in the pickguard just has to be lengthened a little for them to fit.
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