The basses of the 4000 Series stand as some of the most iconic instruments of all time. The list of artists that have used Rickenbacker’s flagship bass on legendary albums reads like a who’s who of rock & roll history. Whether it’s a magical and mysterious tour through the 1960’s or a rush through the Prog Rock era, the answer is … yes! The 4000 Series has aced every music genre and has tone in spades.
This traditional Rickenbacker bass style with dot inlays and no binding was prized by Paul McCartney and Chris Squire when they got their first 4001S models in 1964. The updated 4003S version comes with the improved double-action truss rod
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The Classic Rickenbacker bass – famous for its ringing sustain, treble punch and solid underlying bass. A subtle strip of binding graces the elegantly curved body and the Rosewood fingerboard. Deluxe triangular inlays and stereo capability are standard features.
