jakenewmanbass Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 I was teaching at LCCM yesterday, one of the students brought in a Rickenbacker.... It both looked and sounded Gorgeous!!!! Am I allowed to say that? I almost wish I wasn't.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skybone Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 It is allowed AFAIK, just don't say it too loudly though... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martthebass Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Marmite.......but I love marmite, especially with a nice mature cheddar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Adams Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Mods, Mods, he swore! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassTractor Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Aye, but cheddar's a bit of a marmite thing. Wensleydale? I mean: the whole moon can't be wrong! But yes, those Ricks have a unique look that I just can't stop to love even when it's quite absurd really. ...and that sound! That sound! (given the right fingers and the right equipment of course) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simon1964 Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 (edited) [quote name='jakenewmanbass' timestamp='1398418627' post='2433851'] Am I allowed to say that? I almost wish I wasn't.... [/quote] You're allowed to say it quietly! Gorgeous basses, but they are indeed marmite. Try out one of the new walnut limited editions if you get the chance Edited April 25, 2014 by simon1964 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muzz Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 (edited) I note you didn't actually play it...the one I had (briefly) [i]looked[/i] absolutely gorgeous, too... Edited April 25, 2014 by Muzz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geofio Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 I have to admit the walnut version sounds and plays awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosmo Valdemar Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 [quote name='BassTractor' timestamp='1398424892' post='2433931'] ...and that sound! That sound! (given the right fingers and the right equipment of course) [/quote] This is it. I've never known a fussier bass when it comes to how it's played or what gear it's being used with. But, when you get it right... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakenewmanbass Posted April 25, 2014 Author Share Posted April 25, 2014 [quote name='Phil Adams' timestamp='1398424357' post='2433921'] Mods, Mods, he swore! [/quote] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesBass Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 [quote name='jakenewmanbass' timestamp='1398418627' post='2433851'] I was teaching at LCCM yesterday, one of the students brought in a Rickenbacker.... It both looked and sounded Gorgeous!!!! Am I allowed to say that? I almost wish I wasn't.... [/quote] You are more than allowed to say that! It's the first step on the road to ownership Mine sounds and plays amazingly! Love it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bilbo Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 My favourite recorded bass sound was a Rickenbacker (Greenslade - Time and Tide). Rush, Yes - all sounded great. Fugly things but great sound. Can I have my tablets now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miles'tone Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 The 4001/4003 would be brilliant basses if they hadn't put the bodies on back to front. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3below Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 (edited) Vagabonds of the Western World - Thin Lizzy circa 1973 - bass tone to die for...... I have owned one, however given the current climate of R** I*** C*** am not likely to again. Edited April 25, 2014 by 3below Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peteb Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 I hate the damn things - looks, sound and everything even though they have been used on some of my favourite records! A mate of mine has one, which must be one of the worst 'expensive' basses I've ever played... Marmite basses indeed... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drTStingray Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 (edited) [quote name='jakenewmanbass' timestamp='1398418627' post='2433851'] I was teaching at LCCM yesterday, one of the students brought in a Rickenbacker.... It both looked and sounded Gorgeous!!!! [/quote] I had an almost identical experience in Wunjos. I was trying a 64 Jazz American Vintage and someone was trying a leftie Ric - the Jazz was Ok but the Ric sounded almost hifi in comparison - the guy played Dune Tune by Level 42 and I was astonished how good it sounded. But then I remembered Larry Graham used one on Thankyouforlettingme etc etc etc. Sound wise fabulous - not so sure on the look of them. Edited April 26, 2014 by drTStingray Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Apple Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 (edited) I've tidied this thread up a bit keep to it on topic. Edited April 26, 2014 by Billy Apple Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlfer Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 [quote name='Billy Apple' timestamp='1398500783' post='2434666'] I've tidied this thread up a bit keep to it on topic. [/quote] Understood, but it did take out the funny bits, especially yours Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Apple Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 (edited) [quote name='karlfer' timestamp='1398504663' post='2434722'] Understood, but it did take out the funny bits, especially yours [/quote] I know, but it was veering elsewhere. Anyway, I'm all for discussing Rickenbacker bass guitars, and my own should be ready soon. Cant wait! Edited April 26, 2014 by Billy Apple Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geofio Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 what you having done Billy?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Apple Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 Just the work on my 4001 as is detailed elsewhere here. It's been with a luthier for a couple of weeks now. Was hoping to get it back this weekend, but it does not look like it's happening . Soon tho Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlfer Posted April 27, 2014 Share Posted April 27, 2014 [quote name='Billy Apple' timestamp='1398556225' post='2435313'] Just the work on my 4001 as is detailed elsewhere here. It's been with a luthier for a couple of weeks now. Was hoping to get it back this weekend, but it does not look like it's happening . Soon tho [/quote] That's luthiers for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Apple Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 (edited) Just found this for the new walnut fans.. http://youtu.be/-rk6RpbrNwc Edited May 1, 2014 by Billy Apple Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosmo Valdemar Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 [quote name='Billy Apple' timestamp='1398936751' post='2439127'] Just found this for the new walnut fans.. http://youtu.be/-rk6RpbrNwc [/quote] Blocked in my country on copyright grounds... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muzz Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 Still looks fantastic. Didn't Geddy play a Wal on this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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