Madein1962

6 hours ago, Skybone said:

 

That said, you can get Rick specific single coils that are RWRP, or work as such when put with a standard Ric pickup, like the Nordenbocker. Gemini Pickups in the UK make their's RWRP, not sure about the Classic Amplification ones though.

The Classic Amplification RIC pickup sets are built RWRP  for hum cancelling, when used together.

I'm not sure that's always been the case but, when I ordered mine, I asked specifically if Brad could make them this way and he replied to say, that's how they're made by default.

I imagine that if you wanted a single pickup rather than a pair, he could build it RWRP to your original pickup, as they're all built to order.

11 minutes ago, 4000 said:

Well I love the old screw-top treble pickups on my ‘72s (and the Sergio Silva pickup in my replica) but I might think about getting one (or maybe two?) for future projects. I’m happy with Rick neck toasters so don’t need anything there. 

To be honest; if I had a'72 I wouldn't be messing with it either.

I have a'78 that's completely standard and which I've owned for almost 40 years.

I also have an '82 4001S that had already had some bits swapped when I bought it. I'm planning a top to bottom custom project for it. It'll either end up with the CA pickups or possibly a humbucker set from the Creamery.

2 minutes ago, Cosmo Valdemar said:

He's retiring later in the year, I think. I'm thinking of getting a set in 4004-style covers for a future project.

I think he's retiring in 2023 but there's a 90 working day lead time so, there's not much time left to order a set.

He also does some cool custom pickups; building his RIC pickups into different covers if you wanted to fit a set into something other than a Rickenbacker.

The build quality is in a different league to Rickenbacker's standard pickups and Brad is a nice guy to deal with.

I would agree with those who say that you need to try one, or preferably several, to see whether there's one that you like.

Throughout the history of the 4001 / 4003,  Rickenbacker have changed just about everything except the overall appearance of the bass.

They have changed the tuners, the Truss rods, the fingerboard material and its radius, the thickness and profile of the neck, the types and position of pickups, the tailpiece material and design and even the body construction; making both through neck and set neck versions with and without the walnut skunk stripe in the neck.

It's still one of the coolest looking basses regardless of which one you go for but, the weight, the comfort, the playability and the sound that they make can vary significantly. 

Just bought a bridge from Andy.

Quick and easy transaction and the bridge was in great condition.

As a first time buyer on BC, He kindly walked me through the process.

If you check out the Classic Amplification website; they sell a replacement pickup cover which is about 3mm taller than the original.

This allows adjustment of the neck pickup to be closer to the strings than the original.

Obviously it's only worth doing if you're currently unable to adjust the pickup to the correct height.

Raising the pickup might help with the output; with the usual caveat regarding string pull from the magnet.

You could try TinyTone in Manchester.

https://tinytone.co.uk/custom-scratchplates/

12 minutes ago, Skybone said:

Played mine yesterday, and did a bit of experimenting with this thread in mind. 

Yes, the neck pickup's output is less than the bridge pickup, and because of that, it does sound a bit thinner, but still very much a "rounded" sound. The pickup is set as high as I can get it. 

IIRC, Bass Direct sell Nordenbocker's.

 

If you order one from Bass Direct, you should call them first to make sure they have it in stock.

I've had one on order from them, since 26th of February. I've still not heard when it's due to arrive.

The last time I checked; the website still didn't say that it's out of stock.

4 hours ago, Skybone said:

Have you tried it with the Tourtech Pro?

Had to get a replacement case for my 4003, as the original Rickenbacker one had missing feet and massive cracks in it. The insides stank as well. Bought a Thomann ABS case before Brexit, and it fits really well. Got a couple of the Thomann plywood bass cases too, and it fits in them really well too.

Hi skybone I did try it.

From memory, because of the body shape, the case is wide enough for the body but, the neck doesn't run down the centre of the case so, doesn't sit in the support channel.

Hope that makes some kind of sense 🙂

I'll try it again and take a picture.

I'll take a look at the Thomann cases. I still don't fully understand the Brexit implications but, depending on the value and assuming they still ship to the UK, it shouldn't necessarily cost much more than it used to 🤞

9 minutes ago, Supernaut said:

Have you ordered a Hiscox yet?

Bought mine secondhand 15 years ago and still going strong. 

I have a Hiscox that I bought from Jaydee, if I remember correctly. It has a series 2 in it which is a narrower body.

Oddly, I don't think I've ever tried the series 1 in it; probably because it's always lived in its moulded plastic Jaydee case.

I bought the Tourtech for something else but happened to try the Jaydee in it. It's millimetre perfect so I left it in there.

I just need to find a decent case for a Ric 4001 but, that seems to be a common problem 😁

4 minutes ago, M@23 said:

@Madein1962 very nice bass, case fits it like a glove. How’s the padding? Reckon it’d take a knock and keep your Jaydee in tact?

The bottom tray is pretty solid; some kind of dense polystyrene, for want of a better description.

The outside of the case has protective moulded 'bumpers' at the corners and along the sides.

The top padding meets the bottom on either side of the neck, forming a kind of tunnel so, I guess that would offer some protection if anything heavy was placed on it.

It's a perfect fit for the series 1, body width, body length and overall length so, it's quite snug in there.

For storing a bass and carrying it around, it by hand or in the boot of a car, I'd say it's perfectly okay. I don't tend to throw cases around so I'm not expecting to test it to any great extent.

On 11/02/2021 at 11:36, NancyJohnson said:

Amazon have just advised me that the Gator case is going to be weeks away, so I went with a Tourtech ABS case from Andertons.  Reviews look generally good, it was £30 cheaper than the Gator and will be here tomorrow.  Reckon it's worth a punt.  It's never going to get a ton of use.  If it's any good (and the Spector and Hamer both fit), I'll get another one next month.

I recently bought a Tourtech Pro case which I was really impressed with. It's a perfect fit for my Jaydee Series 1. It's a better fit than the original Jaydee case that came with the bass.

13 hours ago, TheGreek said:

Marketplace?? That's going to be no problem...Wait till you find out that you live near @Andyjr1515 ....then you'll be in real trouble.

I'm not sure if I'm more worried about people trying to sell me another or trying to buy one from me. 😁

Just now, Frank Blank said:

Welcome @Madein1962

Thanks Frank.

16 hours ago, tredders said:

You're going to fit in so well here 😁

Welcome!

Yep I think I found my people. 🤣

14 hours ago, Reggaebass said:

Welcome madein 👍

Thank you

20 hours ago, Richard R said:

Welcome aboard - Stay away from the marketplace!  😁

I've tried... no really I have tried 🤣

15 minutes ago, TheGreek said:

Welcome @Madein1962...

Be careful...statements like this will get you in trouble. We all know that there's no such thing!!

Every time I think about selling one, I end up looking to buy another. I thought I had a lot but, some of the guys on here have taken it to a whole new level. 😁

Thank you

Hi everyone

I haven't played bass for quite a few years. 

I always intended to take it up again but life and work conspired to keep me from it.

I have too many basses but never enough and I'm determined to get back to playing again so they aren't just gathering dust.