Marky L Posted September 1, 2008 Share Posted September 1, 2008 Afternoon all OK, so I am suffering from a terribly painful GAS attack, that and I am in awful denial having missed out on picking up a Ric Blackstar a few years back. The urge for one of these is now becoming an obsession. I want! So basically, does anyone know of a Ric 4003SPC Blackstar up for sale? Have you seen one lurking? Know of someone that needs to clear some gear? It looks like I missed one on the evilbay a couple of months back.. (bloody missus wanting to go on hols.. mumble mumble). I would really appreciate if anyone chances across one, online or where ever to let me know. And yes I know, rocking horse poop would be easier to find. Thanks, you’re all really quite lovely (except for smelly at the back). Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adee Posted September 1, 2008 Share Posted September 1, 2008 You might have to wait a while for for a fish on a bike, selling rocking horse sh*te to offer you a Ric Blackstar ! . . and have deep pockets too ! You'd be better off buying a used Jetglo 4003, a Black scratchplate, add a Hipshot bridge cos' they are fantastic and sending your truss rod cover off to Rickenbacker for an exchange. Then you'd have pretty sexy looking beast for a lot less money and be happy to use and play. . . . now let the Blackstar go . . . . . LET IT GO ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarky Posted September 1, 2008 Share Posted September 1, 2008 ... or consider a black-appointed mapleglo [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?act=Attach&type=post&id=11286"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?act=Attach...st&id=11286[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metalmickey Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 (edited) [quote name='Clarky' post='275031' date='Sep 1 2008, 10:41 PM']... or consider a black-appointed mapleglo [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?act=Attach&type=post&id=11286"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?act=Attach...st&id=11286[/url][/quote] +1!!! :brow: Edit: Or a jet glow with black replacement parts! Edited September 2, 2008 by metalmickey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marky L Posted September 2, 2008 Author Share Posted September 2, 2008 The idea of a Jetglo with black bits is a distinct possibility. I've seen black truss rod covers on the bay, it would just be getting the other stuff. I just love the ebony board on the Blackstar too, maye a can or car spray paint... Never had a Ric before y'see and I thought if I'm gunna do it, then do it right. It's the deep pockets that's the worry! Mine are usually so shallow, money never stays in them! And the US $ getting stronger too, damn it all. M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 just out of interest, how much money do you have to get one?? btw i like your spelling of wah in your sig Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dangerboy Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 I just cheated [url="http://img145.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dscf2589fv0.jpg"]http://img145.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dscf2589fv0.jpg[/url] I do like a bit of chrome with my black, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deep Thought Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 That looks [i]really[/i] nice-better than the Blackstar, IMHO. I have a hankering for an all-black Ricky as well-one of these days, maybe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NancyJohnson Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 Is this what you're looking for? [url="http://www.talkbass.com/forum/showthread.php?t=465846"]Black Ricky[/url] P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joegarcia Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 [quote name='dangerboy' post='275236' date='Sep 2 2008, 10:28 AM']I just cheated [url="http://img145.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dscf2589fv0.jpg"]http://img145.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dscf2589fv0.jpg[/url] I do like a bit of chrome with my black, though.[/quote] Thats really really nice Steve. I prefer the black and chrome too. The Gordon Smith 'Rickenblacker' has arrived that I bought off Ebay. Changing the crappy bridge to a Hipshot Supertone then I'll get some pics up. Really pleased with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassassin Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 Hang around on the [url="http://www.rickresource.com/forum/"]RickResource board[/url] - it's the epicentre for all things Rick, very friendly & knowledgeable lot over there, and if Rickenbackers are scarce, it's because they've got 'em all! If there's a Blackstar going anywhere - it'll be flagged up there first. I'd suggest making it known you're looking for one - the guys on there buy & sell & swap their (huge) collections all the time, so you might get a chance. Proper Blackstars are rare as pope's condoms so you might have a bit of a wait, though... Jon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dangerboy Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 [quote name='joegarcia' post='275286' date='Sep 2 2008, 11:14 AM']Thats really really nice Steve. I prefer the black and chrome too. The Gordon Smith 'Rickenblacker' has arrived that I bought off Ebay. Changing the crappy bridge to a Hipshot Supertone then I'll get some pics up. Really pleased with it.[/quote] I am really looking forward to seeing this bad boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marky L Posted September 2, 2008 Author Share Posted September 2, 2008 [quote name='BassManKev' post='275228' date='Sep 2 2008, 10:16 AM']just out of interest, how much money do you have to get one?? btw i like your spelling of wah in your sig [/quote] What spelling... ahem Pricewise, I dunno but I'm not oozing cash that I can just go mad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marky L Posted September 2, 2008 Author Share Posted September 2, 2008 [quote name='dangerboy' post='275236' date='Sep 2 2008, 10:28 AM']I just cheated [url="http://img145.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dscf2589fv0.jpg"]http://img145.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dscf2589fv0.jpg[/url] I do like a bit of chrome with my black, though.[/quote] That IS really nice and it would be the route I take if I give up hope. Was it easy to get replacement parts that fit OK? I've had scratchplate issues in the past before. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marky L Posted September 2, 2008 Author Share Posted September 2, 2008 [quote name='NancyJohnson' post='275242' date='Sep 2 2008, 10:33 AM']Is this what you're looking for? [url="http://www.talkbass.com/forum/showthread.php?t=465846"]Black Ricky[/url] P[/quote] Not a Blackstar, but very much like Dangerboy's bass and I do really like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dangerboy Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 [quote name='Marky L' post='275389' date='Sep 2 2008, 01:15 PM']That IS really nice and it would be the route I take if I give up hope. Was it easy to get replacement parts that fit OK? I've had scratchplate issues in the past before.[/quote] 70s Japanese bass + fake TRC off some weird website + auroraproject.co.uk scratch plate, custom cut to match the existing one. Easy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marky L Posted September 2, 2008 Author Share Posted September 2, 2008 (edited) [quote name='dangerboy' post='275415' date='Sep 2 2008, 01:46 PM']70s Japanese bass + fake TRC off some weird website + auroraproject.co.uk scratch plate, custom cut to match the existing one. Easy.[/quote] Disgraceful!! What does it sound like?? I've just seen a 'faker' on the bay, wonder if that would work as a donor? [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Rickenbacker-Style-Bass-Guitar-Hard-Case-never-used_W0QQitemZ270271288761QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item270271288761&_trkparms=72%3A984%7C39%3A1%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C240%3A1318&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14"]http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Rickenbacker-Style-B...id=p3286.c0.m14[/url] Edited September 2, 2008 by Marky L Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dangerboy Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 [quote name='Marky L' post='275597' date='Sep 2 2008, 04:42 PM']Disgraceful!! What does it sound like?? I've just seen a 'faker' on the bay, wonder if that would work as a donor? [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Rickenbacker-Style-Bass-Guitar-Hard-Case-never-used_W0QQitemZ270271288761QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item270271288761&_trkparms=72%3A984%7C39%3A1%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C240%3A1318&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14"]http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Rickenbacker-Style-B...id=p3286.c0.m14[/url][/quote] It sounds flippin' great. The massive amount of leftover cash from not buying a real Rick is nice, too. This one came with no TRC, so I had to find something to fit! That bass on eBay is overpriced, btw. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marky L Posted September 2, 2008 Author Share Posted September 2, 2008 [quote name='dangerboy' post='275618' date='Sep 2 2008, 04:56 PM']It sounds flippin' great. The massive amount of leftover cash from not buying a real Rick is nice, too. This one came with no TRC, so I had to find something to fit! That bass on eBay is overpriced, btw.[/quote] Yeah, I've just been trawling through the awesome Rickenfaker section on the site.. and seen the beaut that joegarcia got his hands on. Also noted the fact that the Tokai is too pricey. Looks the part though It's that Ric sound that I want as well as the looks. Maybe it's project route time. But I do like the look of this original.. plenty of pics too. [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/2000-RICKENBACKER-4003-bass-Jetglo-rare-BLACK-HARDWARE_W0QQitemZ130250660131QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item130250660131&_trkparms=72%3A984%7C39%3A1%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C240%3A1318&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14"]http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/2000-RICKENBACKER-40...id=p3286.c0.m14[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bass_ferret Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 There was somebody on Jools a couple of months back playing a 4004 that had been painted up to look like a Redneck. Did the Blackstar have an ebony board or a regular board painted black? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SS73 Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 [quote name='Marky L' post='275626' date='Sep 2 2008, 05:09 PM']Yeah, I've just been trawling through the awesome Rickenfaker section on the site.. and seen the beaut that joegarcia got his hands on. Also noted the fact that the Tokai is too pricey. Looks the part though It's that Ric sound that I want as well as the looks. Maybe it's project route time. But I do like the look of this original.. plenty of pics too. [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/2000-RICKENBACKER-4003-bass-Jetglo-rare-BLACK-HARDWARE_W0QQitemZ130250660131QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item130250660131&_trkparms=72%3A984%7C39%3A1%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C240%3A1318&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14"]http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/2000-RICKENBACKER-40...id=p3286.c0.m14[/url][/quote] Sorry for the off topic, but, but whats with the string spacing!!!!!!!!!!!!..............never seen one that bad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musky Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 [quote name='SS73' post='275739' date='Sep 2 2008, 07:39 PM']Sorry for the off topic, but, but whats with the string spacing!!!!!!!!!!!!..............never seen one that bad.[/quote] Hmmm. String spacing seems to be a bit of an issue for ricks. You'd have thought they might have sorted it out over the last 45 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marky L Posted September 2, 2008 Author Share Posted September 2, 2008 [quote name='bass_ferret' post='275727' date='Sep 2 2008, 07:20 PM']There was somebody on Jools a couple of months back playing a 4004 that had been painted up to look like a Redneck. Did the Blackstar have an ebony board or a regular board painted black?[/quote] Good point. According to here - [url="http://www.rickbeat.com/modelslibrary/4003s-spcblackstar/4003s-spcblackstar.htm"]http://www.rickbeat.com/modelslibrary/4003...pcblackstar.htm[/url] It's an ebony black, maple fingerboard. And further data suggests a painted maple board. The Redneck and Tuxedo versions were made in seriously short numbers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adee Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 (edited) Heres my Rick, I'd love a black TRC but I'm not forking out £50 for one ! Well worth putting a Hipshot bridge on though. Edited September 9, 2008 by Adee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marky L Posted September 11, 2008 Author Share Posted September 11, 2008 Hey Adee, that is very sweet looking and it's a bass like that which is tempting me to go for a "normal" Ric.. so Knowing not a lot about Rics, can I ask for a bit of advice on the 4001 and 4003 basses. What is the major difference between them? Is the 4003 a better beast for the money? I have heard horror stories of the 4001 neck doing a pretty good banana impersonation as the years go on, but did they they put twin truss rods into the 4001? Do they sound comparable? Any info to help me would be cool. I think if I can get a reasonably priced used bass that I can modify to a stealth style, then whoopie!!! I have snooped on evilbay and seen some interesting 4001s. Thanks Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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