2010 Rickenbacker 4003 Maplego - £1500 for quick sale - *SOLD* £1699 Bristol

[Burns-bass]

Sadly, I need to sell this beautiful 2010 Rickenbacker 4003 in delightful Mapleglo. This is in excellent condition for a gigging Rickenbacker. It comes with the official Rickenbacker case and has been fitted with an aftermarket black bezel (the original cover is included).

 

There are a few marks, all pictured. Bass is currently strung with GHS flats. The frets are, as you can see, in excellent order and it plays wonderfully all the way up and down the neck. The truss rod is fully functioning.

 

Originally I thought there was some tail lift. But was told by a Ricky expert that it’s the body shape, and nothing to be concerned about! That’s a relief

 

It looks like a Rick, plays like a Rick and sounds absolutely thunderous! It also has the push-pull pot to enable you to access the famous 60s vintage Rickenbacker sounds.

 

The case is in excellent condition too, however, there is a slight crack on top which I have pictured. It doesn't impact the functioning of the case, but it's essential I mention this.

 

I've enjoyed owning this bass, it's a beautifully made thing, I just need to free up some cash from home renovations.

 

I'm looking for £1500 collected from Bristol. 

 

Edited December 4, 2022 by Burns-bass

[Skybone]

No.

 

I don't need another Rickenbacker... honest.   

 

Lovely bass, GLWTS

[Burns-bass]

 

Home renovations force sale!i

Edited November 6, 2022 by Burns-bass

[Clarky]

Great price, lovely bass type bump

 

PS, can I suggest you weigh the bass as that may help your sale, especially if its one of the lighter ones (under 9.5 pounds)?

Edited May 4, 2022 by Clarky

[Burns-bass]

Good point. I'll weigh this later today!

[Burns-bass]

Weighs approximately 4.1kg

[Clarky]

Just over 9.0 pounds in old money, that is indeed a light one. Step up folks, lovely bass here at a very good price

[Burns-bass]

Still for sale!

[Burns-bass]

I can now post this. I've checked and it should cost around £40 with UPS or Royal Mail (uninsured). Insurance will be more. 

 

[J66Bass]

This is a great price GLWTS 

[rogo]

sorry I’m a noob, what exactly is tail lift? Absolute beauty btw!

[Burns-bass]

23 minutes ago, rogo said:

sorry I’m a noob, what exactly is tail lift? Absolute beauty btw!

Ahh, so the bridge itself can sometimes lift a little bit away from the body over time. This happens on most, if not all, Rickenbackers. It’s nothing to worry about, but I wouldn’t feel right not mentioning it. The lift here is no greater than a sheet of two of paper. 

[Clarky]

24 minutes ago, rogo said:

sorry I’m a noob, what exactly is tail lift? Absolute beauty btw!

it can be seen in the 4th picture - its where the tension of the strings can over time cause the heel end of the bridge to lift slightly from the surface of the bass. Commonly seen in older Ricks and, as long as not extreme, not an issue

[Burns-bass]

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Edited November 6, 2022 by Burns-bass

[Burns-bass]

Now £1550. I need this gone to pay for home improvements (and maybe a new Czech Ease bass...)

[Burns-bass]

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[Burns-bass]

Any (reasonable) offers? I really don’t want to have to do eBay, but I will as I need this moved on. Interested in trades too!

[Burns-bass]

Now on EBay, but prefer to sell on BC. I need the space…!!!

[King Tut]

What are you considering trades wise?

[Burns-bass]

We can’t discuss on here so I’ve PMed you.

[Burns-bass]

I’ve updated this listing as I have been playing this bass again, but still looking to sell.

[Burns-bass]

Any interest? Happy to chat about PX opportunities.

[BlueMoon]

I love a good Ricky!

 

I don’t need another one, honest guv………and I’m on the other side of the channel, I keep telling myself. (GAS be gone!!).

 

I do have family in the UK though……..aaagh!

 

Any pics of the rear of the instrument and where the through neck and body wings join, please?

[Burns-bass]

Price drop for a quick sale.

[prowla]

I have two 2010 Rics and they are both good ‘uns!