Description
Description
This traditional Rickenbacker bass style with dot inlays and no binding was prized by Paul McCartney and Chris Squire when they got their first 4001S models in 1964. Players cherish its traditional look and rounded edges that many claim make it more comfortable than the 4003. The updated 4003S version comes with the improved double-action trussrod system. Of course, the famous solid bass tones, ringing sustain and treble punch we’re known for make it a dream. It’s no wonder we’ve received a steady demand of requests to bring this back. This design was once exclusive to the British distributor Rose Morris in the six-ties. Iconic curves of maple form the body with a traditional Rosewood fingerboard. Dot inlays and no binding make this stand out from the standard 4003.
Specs
Specs
General
| Country of Manufacture: | Made in the USA |
| Product Color: | Walnut |
| Case Type: | Hardshell Case Included |
| Factory Setup: | E Standard (E-A-D-G-B-E) |
Body
| Body Material: | Walnut |
| Body Finish: | Satin Polyester |
| Body Notes: | Overall Length: 113.8 cm (44 13/16”); Overall Width 34.3 cm (13 1/2”); Overall Depth 31.8 mm (1 1/4”) |
Neck
| Neck Material: | Maple & Walnut |
| Neck Finish: | Satin Polyester |
| Fingerboard Material: | Maple |
| Headstock Veneer: | No |
| Nut Material: | Bakelite |
| Nut Width: | 1.6875" (42.9mm) |
| Fingerboard Radius: | 10" (25.4mm) |
| Scale Length: | 33.25" (84.5mm) |
| Number of Frets: | 20 Frets |
| Neck Joint: | Neck-Through |
| Fingerboard Inlay: | Black Dots |
| Inlay Shape: | Dots |
| Side Marker Inlay: | Black |
Electronics
| Bridge Pickup: | Rickenbacker Hi-Gain Single-Coil (No Pickup Cover) |
| Neck Pickup: | Rickenbacker Hi-Gain Single-Coil |
| Controls and Switching: | 3-Way Toggle, 2 Volume, 2 Tone, Blend; Mono Output |
| Electronics Notes: | Rickenbacker Open Bridge Pickup w/Thumbrest |
Hardware
| Hardware Color: | Chrome |
| Bridge: | V2 Bridge |
| Tailpiece: | Rickenbacker Tailpiece |
| Tuning Machines: | Schaller Deluxe |
| Saddle: | Metal |
| Pickguard: | White |
| Truss Rod Cover: | "Rickenbacker" Truss Rod Cover |
| Knobs: | Black |
| Switch Cap: | Black |