Rickenbacker 480 (1974)

1974 Rickenbacker 480 – Aged White (Vintage Mojo + Player Upgrades)

Up for grabs is a killer, player-grade 1974 Rickenbacker 480 in a gorgeous, naturally aged White finish. If you love the iconic, angular body shape of the 4000-series basses but want it in a fast-playing 6-string guitar format, this mid-70s beauty is exactly what you’re looking for.

The Lowdown & Upgrades

This guitar has been modified into a versatile tone machine. The original single-coils have been replaced with a set of upgraded humbuckers, giving it a thicker, punchier mid-range that handles overdrive and fuzz beautifully while retaining that classic Rick clarity.

To make it even more versatile, coil switches have been added to the control layout, allowing you to access those single-coil tones at the flick of a switch.

Condition & Playability

• The Finish: Originally white, the finish has aged naturally over the last 50 years into a stunning, creamy vintage yellow. It has all the honest finish checking, minor dings, and play wear you’d expect from a well-loved 1974 instrument—pure vintage character you can't fake.
• Originality: Aside from the upgraded pickups and phase switches, the guitar is all original (tuners, bridge, hardware, and pickguard).
• Playability: This is where this Rickenbacker truly shines. The neck is straight, the frets have plenty of life left, and it plays perfectly in tune all the way up the neck. No dead spots, no tuning instability—just a rock-solid vintage player that is ready for the stage or the studio.

Specs:

• Year: 1974
• Model: 480
• Finish: White (Aged to Cream/Yellow)
• Scale Length: 25"
• Pickups: Replacement Humbuckers (Upgraded)
• Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Selector, added Phase Switches

Shipping & Case: Ships securely packed (non-original hard case) and fully insured. Please review all photos carefully and feel free to reach out with any questions or requests for specific angles. Don't miss out on a rare '70s Rick with incredible vibe and upgraded tonal versatility!