Up for sale, a 2022 Rickenbacker Limited Edition 4003 CB in near-mint, 100% original condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original molded hardshell case and hangtags/case candy. This modern iteration of Ric’s ever-popular 4003 platform was produced in sparingly limited quantities, boasting a satin Mapleglo finish framed on top by checkerboard binding (CB model suffix).
This instrument boasts maple neck-through construction with a bound rosewood fingerboard, yielding healthy sustain and an immediate, resonant quality channeled through the Hi-Gain pickup pair. These single coils have a distinctive midrange heft and tonal color, with plenty of growl and low end richness. The push/pull Tone knob engaged a capacitor that filters bass response from the signal for a more present, focused sound associated with '70s Rics. This 4003 CB weighs 9lbs 3oz, professionally setup here at Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar with 45-105 flatwound strings, easy-playing action, and accurate intonation.
Neck Specs:
-Wood: Maple
-Shape: Full D, measuring .915” 1st fret, .925” 12th fret
-Fretboard: Rosewood, pearloid triangular inlay
-Frets: Medium jumbo, no wear
-Scale Length: 33 1/4”
-Nut: 1 11/16”
-Tuners: Clover button
Body Specs:
-Wood: Maple
-Pickups: Hi-Gain x2
-Harness: Untouched solder, CTS pots
-Controls: Volume x2, Tone x2, push/pull Treble Tone, Three-way pickup selector
-Hardware: Bridge (redesigned) with adjustable mute, pickup bezel
-Plastics: One-ply pickguard, pointer knobs
Serialization: 22-prefix serial on Rick-o-Sound stereo jack plate (2022)
Cosmetic wear on the satin Mapleglo finish is limited to a couple small dings along the lower bout perimeter and a few faint finish scratches on the back. The satin finish on the neck profile is flawless.
The original molded hardshell case is included, along with the hangtags/case candy.