Rickenbacker 4001CS Chris Squire signature bass, limited edition number #478 of 1000, produced on 03/18/1993 and factory‑verified by Rickenbacker Customer Service. This is the collectible 4001CS re‑creation of Chris Squire’s famous “creme” RM1999/4001, featuring the correct Cream Colorglo finish, Vermilion fingerboard, and model‑specific appointments.

Features / Specs

• Model: Rickenbacker 4001CS Chris Squire Signature Limited Edition

• Serial: C6 8656 (jackplate) – March 1993 production

• Limited edition number: 478 of 1000 (confirmed by Rickenbacker email)

• Finish: Cream Colorglo, satin‑aged to a tasteful vintage look

• Fingerboard: African Vermilion with deluxe inlays (model‑correct)

• Neck: Maple with dual truss rods, classic Rickenbacker profile

• Pickups: Horseshoe‑style bridge pickup and neck pickup, original‑spec 4001CS electronics (to the best of my knowledge; see photos)

• Hardware: R‑tailpiece, correct period tuners, mono output (no Rick‑O‑Sound on this model)

• Case: Original Rickenbacker hardshell case

This bass has been played in the studio with very few live gigs. A few dings (see photos)

There are no structural issues, breaks, or repairs that I am aware of; the bass plays cleanly up and down the neck and sounds like a 4001CS should.

Original printed COA is not included; please assume it is missing. The factory email is provided instead as documentation.

Shipping / Terms

• Shipping from Houston, TX, USA.

• Will ship fully insured, well packed, and with neck/body protection inside the case.

• Continental US only unless we arrange otherwise in advance.

• No returns unless the bass arrives in a condition materially different from what is described and shown here.