Up for sale, a 1966 Rickenbacker 330/12 in excellent condition and in perfect working order, finished in its original Mapleglo gloss and complete with a silver Ric hardshell case. A well-kept vintage Rickenbacker with a great neck angle, modern 12 saddle bridge for optimal intonation (original included) and a refret with medium/tall fretwire, this 330/12 is the perfect balance of originality and practical functionality. The guitar delivers plenty of treble articulation and cut, but also a natural warmth and sonic breadth indicative of a guitar that's had decades to open up and resonate maximally. The Toaster Top alnico magnet pickups deliver sparkling cut and chime with sweet sustain and a distinct sound in every pickup position. The guitar weighs 7lbs 5oz, professionally setup here at Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar with fresh strings, easy-playing action and accurate intonation.

Neck Specs:

-Wood: Maple/walnut
-Shape: Medium C, measuring .845” 1st fret, .890” 12th fret
-Fretboard: Rosewood (refinished), dot inlay
-Frets: Medium/tall, refret, no wear
-Scale Length: 24 3/4”
-Nut: 1 5/8”
-Tuners: Kluson Deluxe double-line

Body Specs:

-Wood: Maple
-Bracing: X
-Pickups: Toaster Top single coil x2
-Controls: Volume x2, Tone x2, Blend, Three-way pickup selector
-Harness: CTS pots date to 11th and 40th weeks of 1966, one modern replacement (Blend)
-Hardware: Twelve-saddle bridge with cover (upgrade, original included), “R” tailpiece
-Plastics: Reflector cap knobs, two-tier pickguards
-Serialization: FL-prefix on mono jack plate translates to December, 1966

The gloss Mapleglo finish exhibits tight horizontal checking, and cosmetic wear includes light localized buckle rash central to the back and some minor dings, largely concentrated along the perimeter and on the bass side of the top. The original gloss on the neck profile is clean and smooth, with a few shallow marks buffed smooth through play.

A modern vintage reissue Rickenbacker silver tolex hardshell case is included, along with the original six-saddle bridge.