Note: This item is pre-owned. The instrument comes from a private collection and has always been well cared for. Overall, it is in excellent condition, with only a tiny indentation on the back of the body—visible only when held against the light (see mark). Technically flawless. Includes Rickenbacker case; adjustment tools are not included.
Rickenbacker is undoubtedly one of the most traditional brands and pioneers in modern guitar manufacturing. Its distinctive design and unique tonal character have earned Rickenbacker its status as a rock 'n' roll legend. The seemingly endless list of Rickenbacker players reads like a "Who's Who" of music history. From the Beatles and Tom Petty to Lemmy from Motörhead, many stars appreciate the unmistakable sound of Rickenbacker guitars.
To this day, Rickenbacker instruments are manufactured exclusively in Santa Ana, California (USA).
With the 4003S/5 model, the long-established manufacturer Rickenbacker brings a fresh dynamic to its product lineup. Starting with the 2018 series, the model features minor updates. In addition to a solid Schaller 3D-5 bridge and wider string spacing, the basses are equipped with newly designed single-coil pickups. The pickup has been redesigned with two blade magnets positioned further outward toward the B-string. This creates a wider magnetic field, ensuring even signal pickup across all strings.
Specifications:
Model: Rickenbacker 4003S/5, Mapleglo
Made in USA, 2019
Construction: Neck-through
Body: Maple
Neck: Maple
Fretboard: Rosewood (Caribbean Rosewood)
Nut width: 46.8 mm (1.844")
Fretboard radius: 254 mm (10")
Dot inlays
Frets: 20
Finish: Mapleglo
Coating: High-gloss polyester
Hardware: Chrome
Tuners: Schaller Deluxe
Scale length: 845 mm (33.25")
Bridge: Schaller 3D-5
Truss rod: Dual
Pickguard: White
Pickups: 2 x Rickenbacker single-coil
Electronics: 2 volume, 2 tone, 3-way toggle switch, mono output
Factory strings: 45-115, 5-string standard tuning (B-E-A-D-G)
Includes Rickenbacker case
Weight: 4.41 kg
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