1982 Rickenbacker bass in great condition. See pictures for details. Includes HSC.
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Initially developed as a deluxe, two-pickup upgrade to Rickenbacker’s 4000 bass, the Rickenbacker 4001 bass guitar has become a notable model for its long list of famous players. First released in 1961 with production lasting through the very early ‘80s, the 4001 has earned fans in bass players like Lemmy Kilmister, Kim Gordon, Rick James, Geddy Lee, and many, many more. The extra pickup was added to the 4001 to widen tonal possibilities and up the bass frequency response.
The Rickenbacker 4001 is a classic, deluxe 4-string electric bass guitar produced by Rickenbacker from 1961 to 1986, designed by Roger Rossmeisl as an upgraded version of the Model 4000. It is famous for its distinctive growling tone, punchy sustain, and unique aesthetic, and was played by rock legends like Paul McCartney, Chris Squire, and Geddy Lee.
Overview & Description
Years of Production: 1961–1986 (succeeded by the Rickenbacker 4003 in 1980–1986)
Body Style: "Cresting Wave" solid maple body with neck-through-body construction and maple body wings
Notable Players: Paul McCartney, Chris Squire, Geddy Lee, Lemmy Kilmister, and Cliff Burton
Technical Specifications
Scale Length: 33 1/4 inches (approx. 84.5 cm)
Number of Frets: 20 frets
Neck Material: Maple (typically a multi-piece or laminated neck-thru design)
Fingerboard Material: Bound rosewood with triangular pearloid inlays (dot inlays on 'S' variant models)
Pickups: Two single-coil pickups (originally a neck "toaster" or Hi-Gain and a bridge horseshoe or Hi-Gain pickup)
Electronics & Outputs: Dual volume and tone controls, 3-way pickup selector switch, and standard mono output alongside stereo Ric-O-Sound output (standardized around 1970–1971)
Hardware: Adjustable bridge with integrated mute system and open-gear or Schaller machine heads
Weight: Approximately 4.3 to 4.5 kg (9 to 9.8 lbs)
Common Finishes: Fireglo, Mapleglo, Jetglo, Burgundyglo, and Azureglo
