This traditional Rickenbacker bass style with dot inlays and no binding was prized by Paul McCartney and Chris Squire when they got their first 4001S models in 1964. Players cherish its traditional look and rounded edges that many claim make it more comfortable than the 4003. The updated 4003S version comes with the improved double-action trussrod system. Of course, the famous solid bass tones, ringing sustain and treble punch we’re known for make it a dream. It’s no wonder we’ve received a steady demand of requests to bring this back. This design was once exclusive to the British distributor Rose Morris in the six-ties. Iconic curves of maple form the body with a traditional Rosewood fingerboard. Dot inlays and no binding make this stand out from the standard 4003.

Serial#: 2503766. New 2025 Model. This bass weighs 9 pounds, 8.0 ounces.

Product Specs

Specifications Body Type Solid No. Frets 20 Scale Length 84.5cm (33 1/4″) Neck Width at Nut 42.9 mm (1 11/16”) Neck Width at 12th Fret 54.0 mm (2 1/8”) Crown Radius 25.4 cm (10”) Body Wood Maple Neck Wood Maple & Walnut Fingerboard Wood Rosewood Weight 9lbs, 8.0ozs Overall Length 113.8 cm (44 13/16”) Overall Width 34.3 cm (13 1/2”) Overall Depth 31.8 mm (1 1/4”) Neck Binding Yes Fret Marker Style Dot Tailpiece RIC Bridge V2 Neck Type Thru body No. of Pickups 2 Type of Pickups Hi-gain Output Type Mono Machine Heads Schaller