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. Players cherish its traditional look and rounded edges that many claim make it more comfortable than the 4003. The updated 4003S version comes with the improved double-action trussrod system. Of course, the famous solid bass tones, ringing sustain and treble punch we’re known for make it a dream. It’s no wonder we’ve received a steady demand of requests to bring this back. This design was once exclusive to the British distributor Rose Morris in the six-ties. Iconic curves of maple form the body with a traditional Rosewood fingerboard. Dot inlays and no binding make this stand out from the standard 4003.

General:
Brand Name: Rickenbacker
Case Type: Hardshell Case
Hardware Color: Chrome
Made in: Made in the USA
Number of Strings: 4-String
Product Color: Walnut

Body:
Body Finish: Satin Polyester
Body Material: Walnut
Body Notes: Overall Length: 113.8 cm (44 13/16”); Overall Width 34.3 cm (13 1/2”); Overall Depth 31.8 mm (1 1/4”)

Neck:
Fingerboard Inlay: Black Dots
Fingerboard Material: Maple
Headstock Veneer: No
Neck Finish: Satin Polyester
Neck Joint: Neck-Through
Neck Material: Maple & Walnut
Neck Notes: Neck Width at 12th Fret: 54.0 mm (2 1/8”)
Number of Frets: 20 Frets
Nut Material: Bakelite
Nut Width: 1.6875" (42.9mm)
Side Marker Inlay: Black
Truss Rod: Adjustable

Electronics:
Bridge Pickup: Rickenbacker Hi-Gain Single-Coil (No Pickup Cover)
Controls and Switching: 3-Way Toggle, 2 Volume, 2 Tone, Blend; Mono Output
Electronics Notes: Rickenbacker Open Bridge Pickup w/Thumbrest
Neck Pickup: Rickenbacker Hi-Gain Single-Coil

Hardware:
Bridge: V2 Bridge
Knobs: Black
Pickguard: White
Saddle Material: Metal
Switch Cap: Black
Tailpiece: Rickenbacker Tailpiece
Truss Rod Cover: "Rickenbacker" Truss Rod Cover
Tuning Machines: Schaller Deluxe