Up for sale is a stunning vintage Rickenbacker 4001 Bass in original Mapleglo. This is a true piece of rock history, featuring the classic neck-through-body construction that provides the legendary sustain and bright, resonant tone these basses are famous for. 


Features & Specs:

  • Finish: Original Mapleglo (Natural Maple).
  • Construction: Maple neck-through design with solid maple wings.
  • Fingerboard: Bound rosewood with iconic pearloid triangle "shark fin" inlays.
  • Electronics: Original dual single-coil pickups (High-Gain bridge and neck).
  • Output: Includes the famous "Rick-O-Sound" stereo output, allowing for dual-amp routing.
  • Hardware: Chrome hardware, classic Rickenbacker bridge/tailpiece, and white pickguard. Chicago Music Exchange +6

Condition & Playability
This bass delivers the signature Rickenbacker "clank" and mid-range punch that cuts through any mix. The neck is slim and fast, a hallmark of the 4001 model. It shows light, honest playwear consistent with its age, including minor nicks and surface scratches that add to its vintage character. Vintage and well used not great condition Fender case included,

This item is sold As-Described

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ConditionVery Good (Used)
Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • 4001
Finish
  • Maple Glow
Categories
Year
  • 1974
Made In
  • United States
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Body Material
  • Maple
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Active / Passive Pickups
  • Passive Pickups
Neck Material
  • Maple
Active Preamp
  • No Preamp
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Model Family
Number of Strings
  • 4-String
Series
Pickup Configuration
  • SS
Color Family
  • Tan
  • Natural
Body Shape
  • Double Cutaway
Finish Features
  • Matching Headstock
Number of Frets
  • 20

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