Rickresource Rickenbacker Forum

Well, after much contemplating and a bit of research, I finally pulled the trigger on a new 4003 in Jet Glo. She just arrived today. It looks, sounds and plays wonderful. I realize it's not saying much coming from a Squier VM Jazz (which still is a great bass for the price), but I don't know how anyone can't like a Ric.

Thanks to all those who offered advice on my original thread where I inquired as to whether I might not like a 4003 having never played one. I got a chance to play one at a local Sam Ash dealer two weeks ago and loved it. I had my heart set on a Jet Glo and thanks to one of our forum members (Thanks, Scott!) I was directed to Dave's Guitar Shop in Wisconsin where they had one left and at a good price. Bryan Butler at Dave's was great to deal with.

The only thing I see myself doing for now is changing the strings and removing the pickup guard. I can play just in front of it, but I think if it wasn't there I'd probably play right over the PU.

Quick question - do the strap locks on the 4003 happen to be locking Schallers? They look identical to the ones I installed on my Squier. It would be very convenient if I could just switch my strap over to the Ric.

Here's a pic:

Congrats! Awesome....she is a beauty! Nothing like a New Ric Day! Enjoy that lovely bass.

Looks great! Congrats!

Yes, the strap buttons are made to fit Schaller locks...

Congrats! Yes the strap buttons are Schaller, but have a machine thread in the Rick tradition. They are one piece without a separate screw.

Edit: I guess I type too slow, as CJ beat me to it.

Thanks guys for the nice words and also regarding the Schallers. That's one thing to cross off my list.

Sorry about the pic. I tried "rotating right" but it still came out on its side. Grrr..

Metal Jockey wrote:..I don't know how anyone can't like a Ric.

Ever go to TB?

Congrats on that great JG 4003!

jps wrote: Ever go to TB?

Yes, I know what you mean. I'm over there as well. And I know it's all subjective but this thing just feels right in my hands and sounds great to my ears. Hey, to each his own.

Congrats!

Love the figuring on that neck!

jps wrote:

Metal Jockey wrote:..I don't know how anyone can't like a Ric.

Ever go to TB?

Congrats on that great JG 4003!

I am on a crusade if not to convert TB...at least to out them for what they are!

MJ: Congratulations re your new, fine RIC! Years of fun playing to you.

Nice!!!

Can't go wrong with a 4003 JG.

Hey Congrats. Glad it worked out for you!!!

Congrats - and welcome to "The JetGlo Club"!

When you take the p/u cover off, you may want to install a bezel cover*. I have put them on several of my basses, and they're great.

Available at Pick of the Ricks, and 3bay.

*(No affiliation).

Lovely bass - I'm sure you'll share a long and happy relationship!

ahhhh.......new bass day. Haven't celebrated that day for a long time.

Congrats on your new JG!....


....and imho, the only way they could be any better would be if they'd offer the CB option on 4003's