Vintage guitars for sale: Rickenbacker Bass

Unveil your musical creativity with the 1972 Rickenbacker 4001 Electric Bass Guitar, a legendary choice for both players and collectors alike. Sporting a vibrant red body color, this four-string bass guitar embodies the iconic style and exceptional craftsmanship synonymous with the Rickenbacker brand The Model 4001 is known for its rich, warm sound and durable construction, making it a favorite for performances and studio sessions. An ideal gift for the music enthusiast or a seasoned musician, ... more

Paul McCartney. Chris Squire. Phil Lynott. Geddy Lee. Lemmy. Michael Anthony. Cliff Burton. Rick James. Steve Priest. Even the snowman from Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer! They all knew that Rickenbacker basses are the coolest!
This was a gigging player's bass and has seen many, many, shows; not a museum piece. It has some rust on the jack plate and normal player wear but not bad for a 46-year old instrument, all electronics are in working order, Fralin pickup installed (original ... more

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Olivia's Vintage would like to present this 1972 Rickenbacker 4001 in its original Fireglo finish with checkerboard binding. It has a great playing neck with some worn but good frets and crushed pearl inlay. It's all original with the exception of a later treble / bridge position pickup, one pot and the pad for the mute. A later Rickenbacker silver "Vintage" hardshell case is included. This 4001 looks great with some minor nicks + dings and other cosmetic ... more

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Olivia's Vintage would like to present this 1982 Rickenbacker prototype of the 4003S-5 string bass in its original Jetglo finish. It's labeled "4003-5 Special" inside the control cavity. This bass is featured on page 85 of The Rickenbacker Electric Bass book by Paul D. Boyer. It has a good playing neck with great frets. It's all original and 100% complete along with its original hardshell case. It has lots of nicks + dings, finish checking, some finish ... more

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Olivia's Vintage would like to present this 1989 Rickenbacker 4003 in Midnight Blue BT (Black Trim). It has a great playing neck with great frets. It's all original with the exception of the strap buttons and is 100% complete with the exception of the black hand rest / pickup cover. The original hardshell case is included. There is a light footprint in the finish indicating another mounting plate being installed at one time, but the original is back in ... more

1979 Rickenbacker 4001 Jetglo Bass ?? One Owner Since New | Factory ??3001?? Badge Error | Badass II Bridge | Original Case
Offered here is an exceptional 1979 Rickenbacker 4001 in Jetglo, owned by the same player since new and lovingly maintained for over four decades. This one is special ?? not only is it a clean, all-original late-??70s 4001 with its original hardshell case, but it also carries a factory-stamped ??3001?? truss-rod cover, an authentic production anomaly that makes it a true... more

? 1974 Rickenbacker 4001 JetGlo Black Bass Electric Guitar?I bought this Rickenbacker from Music Unlimited on East 14th Street in San Leandro, CA in 1987. It was hanging in the window but it was Sunday and they had closed. I showed up early the next day and made the purchase. One of the most exciting days of my music days. I love this guitar but have to sell because my playing days are over due to medical issues. The bass is good condition but it will need a little TLC to get it back ... more

1976 Rickenbacker bass guitar autumnglo model 4001 dec 76 PL 7687... more

Item: 1974 Rickenbacker Bass w / HSC!
Description: You are purchasing a 1974 Rickenbacker Bass with a Hard Shell Case!This Bass Guitar is good condition Plays and sounds good Has some wear and tear due to normal usage The Case is in good shape too Please ask any questions before buying if you have any Shipping: $120 00 shipping to the Lower 48 States! We ship overseas. Overseas shipping prices will vary. Overseas buyers pay their own import taxes Payment: We accept Paypal for... more

1979 Rickenbacker 4005 Jetglo Bass, Clean Vintage w Original Case
Collector-Grade! Here is a beautiful vintage 1979 Rickenbacker 4005 in Jetglo Black. The last of the original 4005's! This version sounds great with the same great construction but the hotter pickups versus the toasters. The condition is excellent. We can't really note any condition issues besides some light surface marks. These are hard to find but in this condition is even more difficult. Comes with the original ... more

NOS 1976 Rickenbacker Bass Potentiometers Pots
New old stock
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Vintage Rickenbacker 4001 Mapleglo 1973
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Your eyes are not deceiving you - this is indeed a true vintage, 1973 Rickenbacker 4001 in exceptionally clean condition! Not only that, but it features the last of the highly desired specs, namely the "toaster top" neck pickup, the checkerboard body binding & the mother of pearl inlays that extend from edge to edge on the fingerboard. This beauty is truly an exceptionally ... more

1986 Rickenbacker 4003 BT Bass In Midnight Blue Finish
Located At IVG Sherman Oaks
In Very Good Overall Condition (Please See Photos)
Finish Shows Cosmetic Play Wear Including Various Small Dings, Marks And Scratches Visible Throughout
Small Split On End Of Fingerboard As Shown, Easily Repairable And Does Not Impact Functionality
Made In USA
Solid Maple And Walnut Neck-Through Construction
Bubinga Fingerboard With Triangle Inlays And Black Binding
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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

Here's an original 1969 Rickenbacker Model 4000 in original Mapleglo finish
Bass sounds and plays just incredible! Super light and resonant. Tone is out of this world
Neck is nice and straight and true and plays great all the way up and down with classic Rickenbacker feel and tone
Features the original cast aluminum "gap tooth" bridge and see through thumb rest! Longer 1960s Rickenbacker headstock with Walnut wings
Original green bobbin Rickenbacker pickup has that warm, ... more

1983 Rickenbacker 4003 Bass in near mint condition. Other than a small nick on the back of the neck this bass is basically flawless. It has also never been altered from it's original form, including no holes drilled to fit non-original tuners. I was very fortunate to have found an unused set of Grover Slimline Wavy 140C tuners a few weeks ago, which are the original type of tuners this bass had when it was manufactured. (see pic of box) There are no neck, electronics, or any other issues with ... more

rickenbacker 4001 . Condition is Used. Shipped with UPS Ground.... more

Up for sale, a 1982 Rickenbacker 4003 in excellent condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case. Boasting neck-through maple body construction, this Rickenbacker offers exceptional sustain, yielding a distinctive midrange-forward growl and broad thump via the Hi-Gain pickup pair. Weighing 9lbs 2oz, this 4003 has been professionally setup here at Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar with 45-100 roundwound strings, easy-playing action and accurate intonation
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Olivia's Vintage would like to present this 1967 Rickenbacker 4005 bass in its original Fireglo finish with checkerboard binding on the back of the body and crushed pearl inlay in the neck. It has a great playing neck with great frets. It's all original with the exception of the replaced wire for the bridge position pickup. It's also 100% complete along with its original hardshell case. It's in very good condition with some nicks + dings (some touched-up ... more

There may be more pristine 1979 Rick 4001's out there, but I'd venture there are none prettier than this one. Absolutely stunning piece of maple. Plays as well as it looks. I'm the 2nd owner of this bass and bought it off a guy who got it new in high school. This bass was barely played for decades
It came to me with a shim under the nut which actually works really well with the setup. The neck and fretboard are perfect. No dead spots. The frets have plenty of life left in them. The setup is ... more

1980 Rickenbacker 4001 Bass In White Finish
This Bass Is Located At IVG Sherman Oaks
In Very Good Overall Condition (Please See Photos)
Finish Shows Heavy Fading And Checking With Some Cosmetic Playwear Including Various Small Dings, Marks, And Scratches Throughout
A-String Saddle Screw Replaced And Non-Adjustable, Slightly Sharp Intonation On That String Only
Small Fingerboard / Finish Crack As Shown
All Original Pickups And Electronics
Pots Date To Late 1979
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Here we have a vintage Rickenbacker 4001 4- string bass. Made in the USA in 1977. Serial number is QL 5497. This 4001 is a perfect example of the serious quality and sound you get from an ol Rick! The finish is Mapleglo. Classic setup with two pickups, Volume and Tone for each pickup, and a 3- way toggle switch. Mono or Rick-O-Sound outputs. This 4001 weighs 9lbs 9oz. It comes with its original hard case. The case is in good shape with all latches and hinges working. There are some ... more

Missing one volume knob and pickup guard
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9 lbs , 2 7 oz
Non original case. The tailpiece lifting a bit, but very secure. Truss rods have new nuts and functions perfectly (washers added). There appears to be a non original / replacement saddle. The pickup cover is plastic, seems to be non original
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Up for sale is an exceptionally rare and collector-grade 1973 Rickenbacker 4001 finished in its original Fireglo. This bass hails from the golden era of Rickenbacker production and features the highly coveted checkered binding, triangle inlays, and all original components. At 8lbs 13oz, it??s lightweight for this era and resonates beautifully with the signature Rickenbacker growl and clarity
A true time capsule for enthusiasts and collectors alike, this bass has remained 100% original, ... more

Hello, You are looking at a rare 4001S Rick bass in mapleglo. The S stands for set neck. The Bass has a dot neck and mono output, no binding. The finish was removed from the fretboard at some point. There is a screw replaced in one of the tuners. This is by far the lightest Rick bass I have ever owned it weighs just over 8 lbs. It comes with an aftermarket hard shell case. I'd say the Bass may need a setup depending on your playing style. Bass plays and sounds great! It has strap locks on it so ... more

Vintage original 1975 Rickenbacker Model 4001 electric bass
A remarkably great playing example that is light and resonant with a good low action. Super easy to play
Original stereo output for that classic "Ric-O-Sound" works great. Bass is nice and warm and percussive .
No crack or breaks or issues.
Set up super well, one of the best playing 4001 basses we have had
Comess with a good hard case
Guitar is exactly as pictured.
Buyer pays $150 shipping in the USA, ... more

Up for sale is a vintage Rickenbacker 4001 bass made in 1976. Neck is fretless while I believe the finish made me a more rare autum glow versus the fire glow but I am not positive on this. Beautiful bass that has a lot character to go along with it to say the least. As you can see in the pictures this bass has been well played over the years. Tailpiece appears to have been switched at some point which looks to have happened early on in the bass life as the tarnish matches all the other hardware ... more

Up for sale, a 1982 Rickenbacker 4001 in perfect working order, complete with a hardshell case. This 4001 boasts a Burgundyglo gloss finish, a rare custom color which hasn??t been offered by Rickenbacker in decades. Featuring neck through maple body construction, this Rickenbacker offers distinctive midrange-forward growl and broad thump via the Hi-Gain pickup pair. Weighing 9lbs 12oz, this 4001 has been professionally setup here at Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar with 45-100 roundwound strings, ... more

Up for sale, a 1967 Rickenbacker 4005 bass in excellent condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case. A rare vintage Ric bass with small production totals, the semi-hollow 4005 was only offered from 1965-71, with very few examples produced in Mapleglo
Featuring a carved maple body and heavily figured bubble maple back framed by zipper binding, the 4005's body is essentially an elongated version of Ric's 300 series guitars, complete with a bound rosewood ... more

The bass pictured is the actual bass you will receive!
At The Farm, we take actual pictures of each instrument and make sure they are fully set-up and ready to play before we ship them. Each instrument goes through a multi-point inspection, followed by a set-up process by our in-house tech staff. We then photograph each instrument with high-quality equipment in our on-site photography studio. We know that details like wood grain and color finishes can vary, so we want you to ... more

Here we have a 1977 Rickenbacker 4001 in Mapleglo finish
This bass plays and sounds like what it is, an icon of the bass world! It is the best I have ever played with its stereo output to really scope your tone and that classic Ricky sound that is so distinctive. It is in very condition for a bass of this age with acceptable wear throughout. There is a an area of missing lacquer that points to this being a well used but loved instrument
Any questions, please drop me a line, you are ... more

1974 Rickenbacher 40011970s Morley Wah Pedal350w Fender Bass AmpPeavy 2x15 bass cabinet / 2 eminence speakers 12 String Takamine semi acousticEpiphone Les Paul
I'm selling my gear and will deliver in Canada only.
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For sale is a vintage 1973 Rickenbacker 4001 bass guitar in the rare Burgundyglo finish. Unlike the more common Fireglo or Jetglo, Burgundyglo was offered in limited numbers during the early ??70s, making this bass highly collectible
This instrument combines the iconic Rickenbacker tone with stunning vintage aesthetics. The finish has aged beautifully, and the bass retains its original hardware, electronics, and character
Features:
?? Rare Burgundyglo factory finish (sought-after ... more

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Very rare; 1985 Rickenbacker 2030 Hamburg bass guitar, made in USA. Black finish. Has been well gigged - a few knocks and dings to edges and back of neck as shown on photos but has been well looked after and generally very good condition for an instrument now 40 years old. Solid Maple body with a bolt-on Maple neck and Rosewood fingerboard; frets, electrics and hardware all good. Sounds fantastic. Selling with specially made heavy duty flight case.... more

NEW KINGS ROAD VINTAGE GUITAR EMPORIUM IS DELIGHTED TO OFFER FOR SALE THIS
1977 RICKENBACKER 4001 WHITE
Here is a Road warrior 4001 in reverse Tuxedo white. Has been well gigged through its life but these are often the best playing instruments you'll find. Bridge has been changed at one point but everything else is as it should be. Quite a few chips and dings as you'd expect and the bass is actually a more aged yellow colour than the pictures suggest Has a nut width of 42mm and weighs 9 4 ... more

The Rickenbacker 4001 Fireglo Bass Guitar from 1975 is a highly sought-after vintage model known for its distinctive Fireglo body colour and classic series design. With its iconic brand reputation and specific model year, this bass guitar is a rare and valuable find for music enthusiasts and collectors alike. Known for their quality craftsmanship and vintage appeal, Rickenbacker bass guitars like the 4001 Fireglo are highly prized for their rich tone and unique aesthetic
History; bought new ... more

Neck Through Maple Body ConstructionMaple NeckRosewood Fretboard33 25" Scale Length20 Frets2 x Single Coil High Gain PickupsStandard & 'Rick-O-Sound' OutputsSerial Number: RD1930Weight: 9lbs 11 3ozCondition Report:
This bass is presented in very good condition with signs of considered use for its age. The cover for the bridge pickup is missing. The frets show approximately 85% of life remaining and the electronics function as expected
What's Included:
1978 Rickenbacker 4003 In ... more

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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- Overall: Very Good condition.
- Frets: Good condition, no issues.
- Hardware: All original.
- Electronics: All original, no issues.
- Finish: This Bass Guitar is in Very Good condition with slight wear through age
* Hard Case included.
* Please note all of our USED / EX-DISPLAY Guitars & Basses are checked, tested, cleaned and set up professionally by our Luthiers before dispatching. All of our Used Guitars come with 3-month warranty. Our... more

Rickenbacker 4001 FL 1979 Fireglow.... more

What you're looking at here is an ultra-rare double-bound Rickenbacker 4005 WB in natural Maple. I believe they call this "Mapleglo " ? It is basically the gloss varnished wood finish
The standard original 4005 basses are scarce, having been out of production for over 40 years after a 20 year run from the mid-60's The double-bound variant is like unicorn poo: I have only seen a few in my entire life, and only a couple for sale this millennium I waited over 10 years for this one to come up ... more

In June 1981, this Rickenbacker 4005 was resprayed from its factory finish to Autumn Glow. Purchased new in 1982 from A & D Music, Wangaratta, it has had one original owner. Electronics remain untouched and original. The bass shows some fingerboard checking, minor cracks in the fret markers, and a couple of knocks on the front, but overall it looks and plays beautifully for a 44-year-old instrument
Body: Semi-hollow, double-bound maple with rounded top / back (similar to the 360 guitar ... more

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