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What are the different models of Rickenbacker basses?

Rickenbackers come in three main flavours – 4001, 4003, and 4005. While there are various subsets within each main model, you’ll basically be hunting for one of these.

The 4003 is the most popular in the lineup, and is largely an upgraded 4001 model in most cases. The 4005 is a completely different design, however, and is a semi-hollowbody bass based on their 360 guitar.

You can find vintage examples of other models, including a 4002 and 4004, but they’re exceedingly rare and not part of the main Rickenbacker lineup.

What makes a Rickenbacker bass unique?

Rickenbacker basses have several features and design choices that sets them apart from traditional wisdom. The lacquered fretboards look like glass and feel completely different to any other bass, the choice of maple as the body wood is pretty much only done by Rickenbacker, and the individual bass tone/volume and treble tone/volume, along with stereo jack outputs, allows for a wide array of tones.

Their hardware is different, and their dual truss rod system is also unlike other methods. Lastly, the Rickenbacker’s visual design is incredible and almost enough of a reason to own one alone.