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     Peter McCormack (Admin) Board Administrator Username: Admin Post Number: 4212 Registered: 04-2003 Posted From: 142.166.105.230 |
Fireglo has certainly presented me with a bit of a conflict. Wanting this beautiful finish but at the same time wanting something a little different. While I imprinted on this finish as an adolescent, when the time came to buy my first guitar, I settled on a Model 350 in Maplego. I agonized over this choice being reasonably certain that this would be my only Rickenbacker. Ha. My second Rickenbacker was a Model 450/12 in Fireglo and I really enjoy this finish, most of the body covered in a large guard, though. My third was a Model 4003 bass in silver. What can I say, there is strength in diversity. My fourth was a Montezuma Brown Model 1993SPC and what a gorgeous finish. My fifth was a Model 480 in burgundyglo and I absolutely love this one. Such a deep colour. Andy, I hope you see what is happening here. I think five is my limit. But I am thinking of fireglo. | ||
| Anthony Carey (Tony_carey) Senior Member Username: Tony_carey Post Number: 834 Registered: 10-2004 Posted From: 81.157.63.112 |
I thought your 1993SPC was autumnglo Peter! I have never really liked MB, but your gtr looks superb....any chance of another pic to remind us? | ||
| Andy Cicchillo (Graytop) New member Username: Graytop Post Number: 2 Registered: 07-2005 Posted From: 156.42.29.124 |
WOW!! Thanks for all the info. I guess the color will depend on what is available, but I think a 330/6 is in my future. Used or New? What would be a good beginners amp. I was thinking of a Fender G-Deck because it allows input and has other instruments built in. Would that help me in developing a "feel" for timing etc? Thanks again, Andy | ||
| Larry Carroll (Eggman) Intermediate Member Username: Eggman Post Number: 76 Registered: 06-2005 Posted From: 65.0.24.90 |
Andy, I'm partial to 330's,too. Currently I own a 620-12 string and have a Maple-Glo 360-6 string on lay-away. May I ask if you are shall I say..less than tall? If you are somewhat height challenged, you may want to test drive a 620 as well. They're attractive deluxe solid-body models with binding and inlays. 620's have smaller bodies than the popular 330/360's and might be easier for some to hold and play. Being a solid body, the 620 has more sustain and treble, FWIW. Understand that I've got nothing against 330's; they're Rickenbacker's most attractive guitar! I'm just trying to point out more options. If you choose a Rickenbacker, understand that they are impressively crafted instruments. Good luck, and keep us informed  Respectfully, Larry Carroll | ||
| Andy Cicchillo (Graytop) New member Username: Graytop Post Number: 3 Registered: 07-2005 Posted From: 156.42.29.124 |
Larry, I can honestly say I am not "less than tall" height wise! I cannot say the same thing width wise. Andy | ||
| Peter McCormack (Admin) Board Administrator Username: Admin Post Number: 4214 Registered: 04-2003 Posted From: 142.166.105.230 |
Ok Tony. I think I have a couple left.  | ||
| Peter McCormack (Admin) Board Administrator Username: Admin Post Number: 4215 Registered: 04-2003 Posted From: 142.166.105.230 |
Another view.  | ||
| Stan Castles (Buzfluhart) Senior Member Username: Buzfluhart Post Number: 810 Registered: 06-2004 Posted From: 64.216.32.72 |
I thought just like Tony that it was an Autumnglo. It's a damn good looking MB if I ever saw one. It is without a doubt the best looking Rick I have ever seen, nothing else comes close for me. | ||
| Peter McCormack (Admin) Board Administrator Username: Admin Post Number: 4217 Registered: 04-2003 Posted From: 142.166.105.230 |
Thanks Stan, But please no more encouragement.  | ||
| Andrew Gregg (Porge) Advanced Member Username: Porge Post Number: 88 Registered: 05-2005 Posted From: 203.221.15.150 |
Hey Andy, If you're into a 330/6, there's a cheap M/G one for sale in the "For Sale" section form the desireable early 90's period. Apparently the seller is a great guy...hang on a mo'...that's me! (forget what I said about the seller being a nice guy ;-)) |
