Rickenbacker 480 Mapleglo 1973

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Body Material: Maple

Neck Material: Maple

Fingerboard Material: Rosewood

Neck Profile: C

Neck Thickness (IN): 1st fret - 0.890" / 12th fret - 0.895"

Fingerboard Radius: No Radius

Nut Width: 1-5/8"

Electronics: Original pickups and wiring, three way switch, two volume pots, two tone pots. The pots date to 1973.

Pickup Measurements: Neck - 12.9k ohms, Bridge - 6.2k ohms

Weight: 8lbs 6oz

Modifications / Repairs: The Rickenbacker tailpiece was replaced with a Bigsby vibrato. The original bridge was replaced with a Mastery bridge. The tuners have been replaced. The fingerboard was reglued on the treble side of the neck close to the body. There is a large area on the back of the upper horn where the finish has been touched up after being worn down over time. There is a small finish touch up on the back of the neck near the heel. There is another very small finish touch up that was done with yellow paint on the bass side edge of the body, on the lower bout.

Case Details: Hardshell Case

Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Rickenbacker guitar is nicely aged and worn. There are scratches, chips, and dings throughout the finish. Several finish touch ups are visible (described below). There are footprints and small drill holes on the back of the headstock where the tuners were replaced. There are two small drill holes on the bottom edge of the body where the tailpiece was replaced.

Serial Number: MG3181

Tech Notes: This guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets have light play wear. The serial number dates to 1973.

Trem Arm Included?: Yes