Own a piece of music history with this stunning 2013 Rickenbacker 4003 bass guitar in the iconic, highly sought-after Fireglo finish. Famous for its ringing sustain, treble punch, and solid underlying bass tone, the 4003 is the industry standard for players looking to cut through a dense mix.

This specific instrument is in Excellent condition and features the modern push/pull vintage tone circuit, allowing you to instantly switch between the beefy, high-output modern 4003 tone and the thinner, classic 4001 vintage bite.

Currently strung with flatwound strings for that warm, classic thump, it also includes a set of standard roundwound strings if you prefer the aggressive, clanky bite Rickenbackers are famous for. The bridge pickup cover has been professionally removed for playing comfort, but is included in the case to maintain the instrument's complete originality.

What’s Included:

  • Original Rickenbacker Hardshell Case (OHSC)
  • Original Case Candy
  • Original Bridge Pickup Cover (currently removed for playability)
  • Currently strung with flatwounds (standard roundwound strings also included)

General Specifications:

  • Model: 4003
  • Finish: Fireglo
  • Condition: Excellent
  • Manufactured Date: 08/2013
  • Manufactured Location: United States
  • Serial Number: 1335728
  • Weight: 9 lbs 13.4 oz
  • Neck Dimensions:
  • Neck Width: 1.75" at Nut / 2.12" at 12th Fret
  • Neck Depth: .91" at 1st Fret / .92" at 12th Fret
  • Fretboard: Caribbean Rosewood with Triangle "Shark Fin" Inlays

Notes:

  • Pickup covers included (currently removed)
  • Flat wound strings currently on the guitar. Standard strings included
  • Two marks on the binding (shown)

This bass offers the perfect blend of pristine collector-grade completeness and player-friendly modifications. Ships fully insured in its original hardshell case.

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Listed6 days ago
ConditionExcellent (Used)
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Brand
Model
  • 4003
Finish
  • Fireglo
Categories
Year
  • 2013
Made In
  • United States
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Body Material
  • Maple
Fretboard Radius
  • 10"
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Active / Passive Pickups
  • Passive Pickups
Neck Material
  • Maple
Finish Pattern
  • Sunburst
Color Family
  • Red
Active Preamp
  • No Preamp
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Number of Strings
  • 4-String
Series
Pickup Configuration
  • SS
Body Shape
  • Double Cutaway
Finish Features
  • Matching Headstock
Model Family
Number of Frets
  • 20

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