Musky Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 [quote name='ash' post='1323757' date='Aug 2 2011, 12:58 AM']I have seen Ibanez versions with toaster type PUs also Aria did one - 'Aria Diamond' perhaps it was from that factory? There are many variations on the theme the worst being Hondo II the best perhaps the Ibanez.[/quote] The Arias were made by Mat, as were various other importers/distributors brands such as Arbiter, Vorg and CMI (like the one just sold). Ibanez sourced their instruments from Fuji Gen, but that's not to say Ibanez didn't ever fit toasters to any of their 'fakers. The problem is that half the time, whenever the original TRC is missing, the seller claims it's an Ibanez. Probably nothing to do with the fact that the Ibanez brand tends to command a premium. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Foxen Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 [url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/New-arrival-4003-fireglo-maple-bass-guitar-/220836940164?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item336ae84984"]Modern effort[/url] Slightly weird in a few small ways. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Vader Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 [quote name='Mr. Foxen' post='1345401' date='Aug 19 2011, 01:16 PM'][url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/New-arrival-4003-fireglo-maple-bass-guitar-/220836940164?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item336ae84984"]Modern effort[/url] Slightly weird in a few small ways.[/quote] I don't fancy getting my hand round that neck join! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRedX Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 That's the sort of totally unnecessary joint that gives set neck instruments a bad name. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_Stu Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 [quote name='Knucklechuck10']Height quality[/quote] Really? Excellent, I'm 6 foot 4, so I could do with a Rick specially suited to my size. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daz Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 (edited) [quote name='BigRedX' post='1345576' date='Aug 19 2011, 03:47 PM']That's the sort of totally unnecessary joint that gives set neck instruments a bad name.[/quote] Thats a [i]serious[/i] four by two! It states [quote]Free - Standard Delivery from outside UK[/quote] [quote]Delivery: Estimated within 19-25 working days[/quote] and it also states [quote]Item location: Alton, Hampshire, United Kingdom[/quote] Hmm. Which is it then ? All with a feedback score of 10 small ammounts. A new ebay [i]drop shipper [/i] trying to get rich quick methinks. Edited August 22, 2011 by daz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Foxen Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 [url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-Ricky-Replica-4001-Bass-Guitar-Jetglow-Jam-/330604696558?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item4cf99353ee"]Looks like my CMI, claiming it is 'Ibanez', but it isn't the mudbucker.[/url] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musky Posted August 23, 2011 Share Posted August 23, 2011 [quote name='Mr. Foxen' post='1348604' date='Aug 23 2011, 12:19 AM'][url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-Ricky-Replica-4001-Bass-Guitar-Jetglow-Jam-/330604696558?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item4cf99353ee"]Looks like my CMI, claiming it is 'Ibanez', but it isn't the mudbucker.[/url][/quote] [quote]The orignal bridge and saddles were replaced by previous owner with p bass type saddles so you'd need to buy a rick bridge from ebay to put it back to orignal condition but it plays fine with the fender type saddles.[/quote] By the looks of things those saddles are just butted up against the string mutes. So it'll play fine, just so long as you don't need to play in tune! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Foxen Posted August 23, 2011 Share Posted August 23, 2011 Looks like whole bridge has lifted. Have yo replace it with one of my custom modified rickenfaker bridges. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Foxen Posted August 29, 2011 Share Posted August 29, 2011 [url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tokai-Bass-guitar-Sunburst-Left-handed-inc-Case-4003-/270808908309?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item3f0d780215"]Lefty "Tokai".[/url] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soloshchenko Posted August 31, 2011 Share Posted August 31, 2011 (edited) Gherson for parts but repairs needed sound minor. I own one of these. It's absolutely awesome, nicer than any Rickenfaker I've played. The front pickup is quiet and I've replaced mine but other than that mines a twin truss rod, thru neck tone machine. [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200647137070&fromMakeTrack=true&ssPageName=VIP:watchlink:top:en"]Gherson[/url] Edited August 31, 2011 by Soloshchenko Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noirpunk Posted September 3, 2011 Share Posted September 3, 2011 [quote name='Soloshchenko' post='1357866' date='Aug 31 2011, 06:57 PM']Gherson for parts but repairs needed sound minor. I own one of these. It's absolutely awesome, nicer than any Rickenfaker I've played. The front pickup is quiet and I've replaced mine but other than that mines a twin truss rod, thru neck tone machine. [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200647137070&fromMakeTrack=true&ssPageName=VIP:watchlink:top:en"]Gherson[/url][/quote] I've been looking for a nice faker to use as a base for a Lemmy Rickenbastard replica... that literally just needs a few minor mods and it'll look as near as. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joegarcia Posted September 3, 2011 Share Posted September 3, 2011 Pretty damn intriguing project for someone: [url="http://www.gumtree.com/p/for-sale/rickenbacker-4001-bass-guitar/87215404"]http://www.gumtree.com/p/for-sale/rickenba...guitar/87215404[/url] Could be anything but if it's real that's a pretty serious bargain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Foxen Posted September 3, 2011 Share Posted September 3, 2011 Would like to have a go at sorting that. Even though I haven't actually finished sorting the one I have (got a new plate and nut to go on). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Twickerman Posted September 3, 2011 Share Posted September 3, 2011 [quote name='joegarcia' post='1361001' date='Sep 3 2011, 03:02 PM']Pretty damn intriguing project for someone: [url="http://www.gumtree.com/p/for-sale/rickenbacker-4001-bass-guitar/87215404"]http://www.gumtree.com/p/for-sale/rickenba...guitar/87215404[/url] Could be anything but if it's real that's a pretty serious bargain.[/quote] Good spot. Tempted! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Foxen Posted September 3, 2011 Share Posted September 3, 2011 [quote name='The Twickerman' post='1361361' date='Sep 3 2011, 09:48 PM']Good spot. Tempted![/quote] If it is near you, get it, I'd give you that plus post for it. I love restoring stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joegarcia Posted September 4, 2011 Share Posted September 4, 2011 Do it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soloshchenko Posted September 4, 2011 Share Posted September 4, 2011 Good price for a [url="http://www.gumtree.com/p/for-sale/rickenbacker-style-bass-guitar-probass-retrovibe-rv4/84493509"]Retrovibe[/url] with a case. Manchester area but he'll post for 20 sheets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SS73 Posted September 4, 2011 Share Posted September 4, 2011 It came with a Black one??, pretty sure it's fake too, [url="http://www.ebay.com/itm/RICKENBACKER-BASS-403-HEADSTOCK-NAME-PLATE-USA-/170689907116?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item27bde949ac"]http://www.ebay.com/itm/RICKENBACKER-BASS-...=item27bde949ac[/url] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlfer Posted September 4, 2011 Share Posted September 4, 2011 [quote name='SS73' post='1361829' date='Sep 4 2011, 03:13 PM']It came with a Black one??, pretty sure it's fake too, [url="http://www.ebay.com/itm/RICKENBACKER-BASS-403-HEADSTOCK-NAME-PLATE-USA-/170689907116?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item27bde949ac"]http://www.ebay.com/itm/RICKENBACKER-BASS-...=item27bde949ac[/url][/quote] Do they come without the holes for the screws? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SS73 Posted September 4, 2011 Share Posted September 4, 2011 [quote name='karlfer' post='1362102' date='Sep 4 2011, 07:45 PM']Do they come without the holes for the screws?[/quote] Ha, didn't notice that, so he says it was fitted Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ash Posted September 4, 2011 Share Posted September 4, 2011 [quote name='Mr. Foxen' post='1361338' date='Sep 3 2011, 09:20 PM']Would like to have a go at sorting that. Even though I haven't actually finished sorting the one I have (got a new plate and nut to go on).[/quote] Have contacted him and am going to have a look as I live quite near. Looks like it will be a fun winter project for me if I go for it....which I am! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlfer Posted September 4, 2011 Share Posted September 4, 2011 Good luck Ash and keep us in the loop please? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ash Posted September 4, 2011 Share Posted September 4, 2011 [quote name='karlfer' post='1362250' date='Sep 4 2011, 09:22 PM']Good luck Ash and keep us in the loop please?[/quote] Will do! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musky Posted September 4, 2011 Share Posted September 4, 2011 [quote name='SS73' post='1362178' date='Sep 4 2011, 08:38 PM']Ha, didn't notice that, so he says it was fitted [/quote] Must have been blue-tacked on! Also interesting that he managed to keep the cover when RIC only operate an exchange scheme. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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