Rickenbacker 4001 4003 Bass Pickup, bridge position

Rickenbacker 4001 / 4003 Bass Bridge Pickup – Chrome

Rediscover the legendary bright growl of Rickenbacker with this bridge pickup compatible with 4001 and 4003, designed to deliver the cutting attack, crystal-clear clarity, and aggressive grit that have shaped decades of rock.

Inspired by the 4003 configuration, it offers a high output level and precise response in the upper mids, essential for achieving that typically sharp and punchy Rick character.

The Rickenbacker tone, precise and biting

Thanks to its ceramic magnets, this pickup delivers:

• Tight, punchy lows, never muddy

• Structured low-mids

• Bright and articulate upper mids

• A sharp attack that instantly cuts through the mix

The result: that bright and snappy growl so sought after, perfect for rock, post-punk, indie, or pick-style lines.

In the bridge position, it brings definition, presence, and bite, especially for dynamic fingerstyle playing or assertive pick attack.

Specifications

• Position: Bridge

• Compatible with Rickenbacker 4003

• Adaptable to 4001

• Magnets: Ceramic

• Output: High

• String spacing: 50.4 mm

• Finish: Chrome

Who is it for?

This pickup is for bassists who:

• are looking for authentic Rick character

• want to restore a tired 4001/4003

• want more definition and projection

• play in a dense mix and need presence