Rickenbacker bass guitar
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This page shows the Rickenbacker 4003, a 4-string bass guitar finished in Fireglo.
- Rickenbacker 4003
- 4-string bass guitar
- Fireglo finish
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How to choose
Since there is one model here, the choice is about how you set it up and care for it as you grow into it.
Beginner
A newer bass player picking up the 4003 should spend time getting used to its neck shape and weight before worrying about tone shaping, and keep it on a padded stand rather than leaning it against furniture. A soft cloth wipe after each session keeps the Fireglo finish looking sharp.
Intermediate
A player who already reads music or plays in a band can explore the 4003's bright top end by adjusting pickup height and picking position closer to the bridge for extra bite. Restring it with fresh bass strings when tone starts to dull, and store it in a hard case for transport to gigs.
Expert
An experienced bassist can use the 4003 as a distinct voice next to a more modern bass, leaning on its natural growl for parts that need to cut through a dense mix. Keep the neck properly set up and intonated, and have it checked periodically since consistent tone depends on stable action.
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About Rickenbacker
Rickenbacker is known for a distinctive bright, punchy tone that has made its basses a fixture in rock and pop recordings for decades. The 4003 carries that reputation with its recognisable body shape and finish.
This page has one model, the 4003 in Fireglo, a 4-string bass suited to players who want that classic Rickenbacker sound and look.
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Buying Rickenbacker in South Africa
Looking for Rickenbacker? Everything on this page is priced in Rand and held in real stock at OneStopMusic — the online store of Marshall Music Pretoria. We deliver anywhere in South Africa, usually within 2–4 working days, and you are welcome to try the gear in person at our Menlo Park store. Not sure which model is right for you? Call 012 991 6077 — our team plays this gear every day and will give you honest, pressure-free advice.