Rickenbacker 4003 Stereo - Jetglo Review

It's a Ric... I am thoroughly enjoying this bass!

Talked to Loui and placed a preorder. This is the 3rd Ric I have owned. 2 previous were stolen from me. I wanted the classic Rock sound. Was not terribly interested in the push/pull (classic/modern) tone. Been playing it for 3 days and it is Def a Ricko. Thru various amps (SVT and Barks rigs) as well as thru couple preamps and DI into my DAW. Neck is slightly wider/thicker than… read more a 4001 but not an issue for me. The tail is new to me but not uncomfortable just slightly diff from earlier models I owned (4001 and a fretless 4003). I just started experimenting with "modern" circuit. I can hear some situations it could be useful but, I bought it for the classic Ricko sound and it delivers that! I was expecting a Oct date for my bass but Loui called to let me know a FireGlo was available now so, I jumped on it. I am completely satisfied with the new version which offers all the sound and feel of the Ric and adds some features that may come in handy in the future. Either way it's a solid instrument that delivers all the tonality and feel I want. My thanks to Loui as well for being attentive and responsive to my needs!

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Stunning Instrument

I've wanted one for over forty years but it just never happened. I finally decided to get one and I am not disappointed at all. Bass plays like butter and sounds phenomenal. I play on a working cover band and can get just about any tone you can i.agine out of it. So impressed I just bought the 4003S in mapleglo to go with 4003 jetglo. Live this bass!!!!

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Almost perfect

Love my new Rickenbacker, plays like butter and sounds amazing. Larry Reed and the team have always done a great job working with me to make sure I get exactly what I need. The only negative thing I would say is that the built-in Schaller strap lock system isn't awesome. The strap button on the horn is continually backing out of the hole. I've sent a question to Rickenbacker Service… read more but have not heard of the remedy or really any contact from them.

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Wow, Vintage prog out of the box!

What an amazing Bass Guitar, the playability is off the charts and the tone in phenomenal. I did not even have to set this Bass up except for removing the Pickup cover that is directly in your way especially if you play with your figures. The particular Bass I received had some finish issues but Jake is taking care of me. I can only hope the replacement plays and sounds as well… read more as this one. The factory strings have their own unique tone as the size of the strings differ from any set you can purchase. I currently have light gauge Pro Steels on the Bass and they added some extra "Metal Tone" instead of just pure "vintage prog tone" the Rickenbacker strings produced. I am considering just running the stock strings on the replacement Bass as the tone was fantastic 'just missing a little Edge when running distortion" This is a tough decision and I am still weighing the pro's and con's. This Bass will take you to a new level as it is so easy to play. A must have for your arsenal, this Bass shines for "Lead" Bass, fast playing, hard hitting progressive Rock/Metal.

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That Ric sound, look and feel!

My recently renewed enthusiasm for playing bass moved me to acquire another Rickenbacker. Twenty-five years having elapsed since I bought my last Ric (a 4003S Mapleglo), the world has changed a bit over that span of time. I decided to take my time and do some careful research before making a new acquisition. It paid off. With the help of Sweetwater Sales Engineer Brian Sheehan,… read more I was able to get a great deal on a new 4003 Jetglo. This bass definitely has the Ric sound with both modern sensibility as well as a great vintage vibe. It's both elegant and versatile in functionality with regards to it's visual aesthetic, playability and, rich tonal quality. I'm really pleased that this bass has Rickenbacker's new tailpiece assembly that gives greater adjustability to the individual bridge saddles for easier intonation and action set up while retaining the unique Ric style. This bass is so suave, I think I will keep it stock. I just want to keep playing and playing this bass for hours on end. A big thanks to Brian for his patience and assistance in helping me find this new gem!

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