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Vintage guitars for sale: 4001

Vintage 1970

Vintage 1970's Rickenbacker 4001 Neck Pickup Ring

Morristown, Indiana, 461**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$30

Vintage 1970's Rickenbacker 4001 Bridge Pickup Ring
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Rickenbacker 4001 / 3 Wiring harness w / Vintage Tone Control - Stereo / Mono Outputs

Rickenbacker 4001 / 3 Wiring harness w / Vintage Tone Control - Stereo / Mono Outputs

Kansas City, Missouri, 641**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$121

Wiring Harness for Rickenbacker 4001 / 4003 Basses w / Vintage Tone Option
I built this harness using components from many of the same suppliers that Rickenbacker also uses, and optimized it for use with the stock Hi-Gain, RIHS, or Toaster pickups. The main tone caps are Sprague "Orange Drop" .047uF spec units, while the pickup selector is made by Switchcraft. Unlike the factory harness, these pots are within 10% of rated spec, and matched in pairs to within 1% of each other. The volume pots... more
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Rickenbacker 4001 / 4003 Harness w / Vintage Tone - ROS w / SoZo Tone Caps

Rickenbacker 4001 / 4003 Harness w / Vintage Tone - ROS w / SoZo Tone Caps

Kansas City, Missouri, 641**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$142


Wiring Harness for Rickenbacker 4001 / 4003 Basses w / Vintage Tone Option, ROS and SoZo Tone Caps
I built this harness using components from many of the same suppliers that Rickenbacker also uses, and optimized it for use with the stock Hi-Gain, RIHS, or Toaster pickups. The main tone caps are SoZo .047uF spec units, while the pickup selector is made by Switchcraft. Unlike the factory harness, these pots are within 10% of rated spec, and matched in pairs to within 1% of each other. The ... more
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1975 RICKENBACKER 4001 BRIDGE PICKUP RING

1975 RICKENBACKER 4001 BRIDGE PICKUP RING

Westminster, California, 926**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$200

This vintage Rickenbacker 4001 bass guitar part will add some authentic 70s flair to your instrument. Specifically, it's a bridge pickup ring, compatible with Rickenbacker models from 1975. The brand is well-known for their distinctive sound, favored by many prominent musicians of the era. Whether you're a collector or a player, this piece is a must-have for any Rickenbacker enthusiast
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1979 Kramer DMZ4001 Electric Bass Guitar Natural With Original Hardshell Case

1979 Kramer DMZ4001 Electric Bass Guitar Natural With Original Hardshell Case

Signal Hill, California, 907**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1295

This 1979 Kramer DMZ4001 Electric Bass Guitar is a classic beauty that any bassist would be proud to own. The natural finish with the rare highly sought after aluminum neck and four-string configuration give it a timeless look that is sure to impress. It comes with its original hardshell case for safe storage and transportation.

The bass guitar is made by Kramer, a brand known for quality and durability. It is an electric bass guitar that is perfect for any type of music genre. The ... more
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Rickenbacker 1975 4001 Bass Maple Glo

Rickenbacker 1975 4001 Bass Maple Glo

Perry, Ohio, 440**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1500


??For sale: 1975 Mapleglo Bass Model 4001. This guitar belonged to a friend who passed away. As I don??t play bass, I??d like to find someone who will play it and appreciate it

Thanks to two Reverb followers, I??ve learned more about this guitar. It??s not all original as I initially thought; it has aftermarket active pickups (specifically Bartolini Pickups). I??m told this isn??t necessarily a bad thing and enhances the quality of the performance

I believe the ... more
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1978 Electra Corsair Vintage Neck-Thru 4001 w / Rickenbacker HSC Stereo Ric-O-Soun

1978 Electra Corsair Vintage Neck-Thru 4001 w / Rickenbacker HSC Stereo Ric-O-Soun

Camdenton, Missouri, 650**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1595

This Japanese (MIJ) model is the best copy of a Rick 4001 (or 4003) that I have seen. It features neck-thru construction and polished gloss rosewood fingerboard with shark tooth inlay, just like the Rick. This one has several upgraded parts:
Genuine Rickenbacker elephant ear tuning pegs
Genuine Rickenbacker bridge pickup (the toaster top neck pickup is the original Electra)
Genuine Rickenbacker bridge
Upgraded USA "Ric-O-Sound" wiring
Genuine Rickenbacker hard shell ... more
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1980 Kramer DMZ 4001 Electric Bass Guitar - Fretless

1980 Kramer DMZ 4001 Electric Bass Guitar - Fretless

Palm Bay, Florida, 329**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1695

1980 Kramer DMZ 4001 fretless bass with OHSC. Formerly owned by Vail Johnson (Kenny G)
The Kramer DMZ 4001 Aluminum-Neck Bass, a piece of music history that speaks for itself. Launched in 1978, this unique instrument was part of Kramer's second wave of basses, showcasing their innovative use of aluminum necks. The DMZ series stands out with its wooden inserts, a feature that adds a distinct sonic character. This bass was produced between 1979 and 1980, making it not only a quality instrument,... more
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1980 Kramer DMZ4001 Bass a very early 100% original clean example ready to enjoy

1980 Kramer DMZ4001 Bass a very early 100% original clean example ready to enjoy

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 333**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1995

From the company??s launch in 1976 until the early ??80s, Kramer used aluminum necks with wooden inserts for its guitars and basses. The DMZ series was the second wave of Kramer basses which launched in 1978. Like other aluminum-based Kramers, the DMZ basses were phased out as Kramer shifted to more economical wooden necks. This is a very nice clean & collectable bass with a unique aluminum neck. It feels alive in your hands! It??s all original w / its cream covered DiMarzio pickup w / a ... more
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1978-79 Kramer DMZ 4001- 4 String Bass Guitar Modified

1978-79 Kramer DMZ 4001- 4 String Bass Guitar Modified

Livonia, New York, 144**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2995


Please Read our entire auction before bidding
up for grabs is a Kramer DMZ 4001- 4 string bass guitar the bass has been modified w / a bridge P / u being added with what appears to be a DiMarzio G series Pickup from the mid 1970's & rewired to have series or parallel Pickups, hence the added 2 micro switches & the 3 way switch making this, if not better than the DZM6000 Bass is in very nice condition w / 2 small nicks on it comes w / a beat up fender case for shipping . Bass ... more
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1978 Rickenbacker 4001 Fretless Fireglo Electric Bass Guitar

1978 Rickenbacker 4001 Fretless Fireglo Electric Bass Guitar

Phoenix, Arizona, 850**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3499

1978 Rickenbacker 4001 Fretless Fireglo Electric Bass Guitar. Bass has been sitting in collection and is in good playing condition. It has some minor blemishes as a 45 year old bass that has been played would.... more
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1979 Rickenbacker 4001 Stereo Bass Guitar

1979 Rickenbacker 4001 Stereo Bass Guitar

Brooklyn, New York, 112**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3500

Missing one volume knob and pickup guard
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Rickenbacker 1973 4001

Rickenbacker 1973 4001

Hendersonville, Tennessee, 370**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4299

1973 Rickenbacker 4001
Jetglo finish
Hardshell case

Plays and sounds great??. But then you can probably see that, it??s a great player
350 00 International shipping
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1973 Rickenbacker 4001 Bass a Mapleglo & Checkboard trim a 50 year old bad boy !

1973 Rickenbacker 4001 Bass a Mapleglo & Checkboard trim a 50 year old bad boy !

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 333**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4495

The Rickenbacker 4001 is one of the most interesting basses ever. This is an affordable Mapleglo finished example w / a maple neck-thru body design w / maple body halves, triangle pearl inlays & a desirable checkerboard bound body, she has a slightly later hi-gain pickup w / great tone, a replacement black??gard, its missing 1 of the original Grover tuners w / another type. Its serial # plate is wearing its ??MF?? code that dates to June 1973. It also has a Bad Ass bridge for far better ... more
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rickenbacker 1979 4001 bass fireglo

rickenbacker 1979 4001 bass fireglo

New Lenox, Illinois, 604**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4500

This Rickenbacker electric bass guitar is a vintage 1979 Fireglo model with a solid body type and 4 string configuration. It is a right-handed instrument made by the well-known brand Rickenbacker. This model 4001 bass guitar is highly sought after by musicians and collectors alike, and is perfect for those who appreciate the classic sound of a high-quality bass guitar. Whether you're a professional musician looking for the perfect instrument for your gigs, or a collector looking to add a piece ... more
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1974 Rickenbacker 4001 Vintage Electric Bass Mapleglo, 100% Original w /  Case

1974 Rickenbacker 4001 Vintage Electric Bass Mapleglo, 100% Original w / Case

Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4700

Up for sale, a 1974 Rickenbacker 4001 in exceptional, 100% original condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case. Featuring neck through maple body construction, this Rickenbacker thumps and growls with the best and offers healthy sustain, boasting the original Mapleglo gloss finish. The bass weighs 9lbs 7oz, strung with fresh 45-100 roundwound strings, delivering plenty of midrange power and punch via the two original Hi-Gain pickups. This 4001 has been ... more
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VINTAGE 1974 RICKENBACKER 4001 FIREGLO BASS w / OHSC

VINTAGE 1974 RICKENBACKER 4001 FIREGLO BASS w / OHSC

Minneapolis, Minnesota, 554**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4800

VINTAGE 1974 RICKENBACKER 4001 FIREGLO BASS w / OHSC. THIS 50 YEAR OLD CLASSIC IS IN UNREAL EXCELLENT + CONDITION AND SO IS THE CASE. THERE IS A NECK BINDING CRACK BETWEEN THE SECOND AND THIRD FRETS (PIC #21) AND A SMALL BIT OF BINDING SHRINKAGE ON THE INNER EDGE OF THE UPPER HORN (PIC #22). THE TONE CAP HAS BEEN REMOVED. I WILL INCLUDE IT. THE TOASTER PICKUP COULD BE A LATER MODEL, I DO NOT KNOW FOR SURE. A SMALL AREA OF CHROME PITTING IS VISIBLE ON THE TAILPIECE. FANTASTIC DARK BUBINGA ... more
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1976 Rickenbacker 4001 Fretless Bass very rare example that

1976 Rickenbacker 4001 Fretless Bass very rare example that's a beat sweet bass.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 333**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4995

This is a very clean & extremely good looking 1976 Rickenbacker 4001 Fretless Bass that has all the right stuff. Its Fireglo finish as yellowed a bit & is worn in w / a cool factor & a ton of Patina. Its fretless fingerboard is nicely figured w / a ton of finish wear from regular use. Its got both its original rhythm & bridge pickups. Plays & intonates quite well. It??s got a rare neck thru of maple w / a single walnut stripe. Its very good overall & ready to use & ... more
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c. 1971 Rickenbacker 4001 Mapleglo Vintage Electric Bass Guitar | Checkerboard B

c. 1971 Rickenbacker 4001 Mapleglo Vintage Electric Bass Guitar | Checkerboard B

Lee's Summit, Missouri, 640**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$5000


1971 Rickenbacker 4001 MG Player Grade!
Nice vintage c. 1971 Rickenbacker 4001 in Mapleglo. This one is player-grade because the bass has most of the parts changed back in the early 90's. The neck / body are original with original finish. No breaks and it's in very nice condition. All the parts are Rickenbacker but from roughly 1991. A former owner likely contacted Rickenbacker with a body / neck with no parts and asked them to supply the parts on the bass and ... more
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1977 Rickenbacker 4001 Bass factory Lefty & truley 1 of a kind & Minty !

1977 Rickenbacker 4001 Bass factory Lefty & truley 1 of a kind & Minty !

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 333**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$8495

The Rickenbacker Guitar has been quite a famous brand for over 60 years. The Beatles, The Who & The Byrds were all playing their famous guitars & basses early on in their careers for their bright tone & playability. Their most famous basses were clearly the 4000 & 4001 solid body models played by so many famous peeps. This is a very rare & last of its type, a neck thru body factory ??Lefty?? 1977 4001 Bass in mint all original shape. This is a special example in its glorious ... more
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1972 Rickenbacker 4001S Bass a stunning neck thru 4000 converted to 4001S specs

1972 Rickenbacker 4001S Bass a stunning neck thru 4000 converted to 4001S specs

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 333**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$12495

The Rickenbacker Guitar has been quite a famous brand for over 60 years. The Beatles, The Who & The Byrds were all playing their famous guitars & basses early on in their careers for their bright tone & playability. Their most famous basses were clearly the 4000 & 4001 solid body models played by so many famous peeps. This is a very rare & last of its type, a neck thru body 1972 4000S Bass w / its simple carved unbound body design like Ricks 1st basses made since 1957. This ... more
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4001 Style 1970

4001 Style 1970's Japanese Bass Guitar - Collection only Bristol BS4

Bristol, BS4***, UNITED KINGDOM

£350

1970's Japanese 4001 "RB" style Stereo Electric Bass Guitar - Collection only Bristol BS4 (Brislington)
Everything works perfectly but does have multiple paint dings, buckle rash and neck wear consistent with a 50 year old Bass
This bass was in a right state when I aquired it and had the nut detached.
It has had a thorough clean / polish and fret dress along with full set up and intonation. Nice solid Stereo "R" style Bass with a set through neck
I shimmed up and refitted the nut ... more
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1974 RICKENBACKER 4001  /  4003 BASS CASE - made in USA

1974 RICKENBACKER 4001 / 4003 BASS CASE - made in USA

COLOGNE, GERMANY

€595

1974 RICKENBACKER 4001 / 4003 BASS CASE - made in USA :
* BOTTOM padding removed, cos it was used for al longer bass=check pic 2
* tolex has some wear & rips
* all latches are working fine
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Marshall Studio 15 - 4001 - Combo - Vintage Guitar Amplifier - 1985 - Made in UK

Marshall Studio 15 - 4001 - Combo - Vintage Guitar Amplifier - 1985 - Made in UK

Swinton, M27***, UNITED KINGDOM

£1245

Marshall Studio 15 Watt / 1W Combo Amplifier - 'Model 4001' - Made in UK
A beautiful and well kept example of this rare amplifier, in perfect working order and recently serviced by Parry's Musical Repairs
Only a few hundred of these amps were made between 1985 and 1992, with this one built in the first year of production
This is a reluctant sale. I love this thing but I need the cash, otherwise would keep indefinitely. Looking to find a new and appreciative owner ... more
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E-Bass Ibanez Rickenbacker Lawsuit Copy 4001 aus den 70ern mit Koffer bass case

E-Bass Ibanez Rickenbacker Lawsuit Copy 4001 aus den 70ern mit Koffer bass case

München, 80***, GERMANY

€1490

E-Bass Ibanez Rickenbacker Lawsuit Copy 4001 aus den 70ern (gebaut zwischen 72 und 77)mit Koffer
bass Ibanez Rickenbacker Lawsuit Copy 4001 with caseplays well
Sie können die Instrumente im Laden in München in der Lindwurmstraße 201 gerne ausprobieren und anspielen. Wir haben Di. bis Fr. von 10-19 Uhr und Sa von 10-14 Uhr geöffnet. Wir haben ca. weitere 1000 gebrauchte Musikinstrumente auf Lager und freuen uns auf Ihren Besuch Bei Kauf im Laden im München erhalten Sie 10% Rabatt ... more
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Ibanez 2388B Vintage Bass 1975 4001 Copy

Ibanez 2388B Vintage Bass 1975 4001 Copy

Carvajal, 29***, SPAIN

€2000

Ibanez 2388B Vintage Bass 1975 4001 Copy.
LAWSUIT ERA
All original
OHSC included
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Rickenbacker 4001  /  E-Bass  /  hergestellt 1974 in den USA

Rickenbacker 4001 / E-Bass / hergestellt 1974 in den USA

Beeskow, 15***, GERMANY

€3660

Rickenbacker 4001 E-Bass, hergestellt 1974 in den USA. Rechtshänder mit 4-saitiger Saitenkonfiguration. Ein wertvolles und seltenes Sammlerstück. Die Marke Rickenbacker ist bekannt für ihre hochwertigen und handgefertigten Gitarren und Bässe, und dieses Modell ist keine Ausnahme. Mit seiner klassischen Ästhetik und seinem unverwechselbaren Sound ist der Rickenbacker 4001 ein Instrument, das in jeder Sammlung seinen Platz verdient hat
Der Bass ist 50 Jahre alt, hat also " Gebrauchsspuren... more
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Rickenbacker 1976 4001 in Mapleglo, Pre-Owned

Rickenbacker 1976 4001 in Mapleglo, Pre-Owned

Ormskirk, UNITED KINGDOM

£3849

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