Sparky Mark

I assume you are referring to the strings being aligned over to the E string side of the neck? You should be concerned if you think that, in this instance, the E string will roll off the neck when playing. Realignment of the neck may or may not be easy, depending on how tight the neck pocket is. It could just be a matter of loosening the neck plate screws and moving the neck. However, my experience is that necks usually return to there initial position when the screws are re-tightened.

Beautiful bass congratulations. The original ad shows the spec.

When I removed the scratchplate from my 4003SW I was surprised how rough the routing was underneath. It looked like the bluntest bit had been used literally chewing out the cavities. It took me about 20 minutes with a sharp blade to tidy it to an acceptable level. I think the non lacquered walnut basses probably receive the lowest level of attention at Rickenbacker.

Glad it's sorted now. My money was mainly on your taller nut needing to be cut lower on the E side. Although your photo is a little out of focus it does appear to show the E string was significantly higher in the nut than mine. Another instance of dubious Rickenbacker final inspection.

Does this qualify as one pedal?

30+ years old = vintage

I've never been totally convinced about the real benefits of replacement bridges. In the 90's I did the usual high mass bridge "upgrades" to many of my Fender basses but ultimately went back to the original bent metal versions for aesthetics and authenticity reasons. Likewise, I've owned a 2018 Rickenbacker 4003SW for a few years and tolerate the original bridge shortcomings. The intonation and saddle height adjustments are laborious and a bit of a compromise, but the end result is acceptable. So I thought I'd always stick with the original design that I prefer the look of, even above the latest Rickenbacker variant. However, when a Hipshot replacement popped up on here I thought I'd see what gives. Anyhow, all I can say is that this bridge has transformed how the bass plays. The intonation and string height are now perfect and the bass just feels more "alive" somehow. Sustain is improved and there's a bounce to the strings which Hipshot describes as a benefit of this aluminium version. I would thoroughly recommend this bridge for the tonal and playing improvements, and the aesthetics have already grown on me.

I've just bought a bass bridge from Ian. All communications were prompt and clear. The bridge arrived exactly as described, superbly packed and in double quick time. Based on this I would happily deal with Ian again in the future. Thank you Ian.

Alternatively, seeing as my 61P was sold, you could just buy the Pino and have more than £18k left over. You've just saved another £10k! I should add that my advice isn't underwritten by the FSA.

Nice bass but that price is eye-watering! Someone could've got these two and still have nearly £8,000 left over :-

I bought an as new Musicman StingRay Old Smoothie via the website and a phone call. Everything as promised and expected. I've bought amplification from the website too, no issues. Always call them before buying or visiting just to confirm things. I'd recommend the Gallery.

I've owned and gigged my Warwick Thumb NT for over 30 years. Admitted, I'm not a three gigs a week player, and I've always looked after my gear very carefully, so mine is as good as new having replaced the barrel jack a little while ago.

Most Markbass amplifiers have a similar tone by virtue of a common preamplifier. The LM250 is unusual in that it is now the only class AB amplifier offered by Markbass. Some players state that they can hear a difference between the Markbass class AB and class D amplifiers. If you need a physically smaller amp then the Nano will probably be so similar you won't really notice a difference without comparing side by side.

It's possible that the pots are dated 1963 which might explain the previous advertisement. The neck date isn't the only reference point.

I've looked more closely and edited my response above re the nut.