Rickenbacker 4003 Bass - Jetglo

Iconic tone, ringing sustain and unmistakable presence. The Rickenbacker 4003 in Jetglo combines classic Rickenbacker design with modern reliability: neck-thru construction, high-output single-coil pickups, stereo Rick-O-Sound output and the Vintage Tone circuit for that legendary high-end bite. Slim, ergonomic body and fully adjustable saddles make it equally at home on stage, in the studio or on the road. Includes custom fitted case.

Favoured by legendary players including Geddy Lee (Rush), Chris Squire (Yes), Paul McCartney, Lemmy (Motörhead) and Cliff Burton (Metallica), the 4003 has shaped decades of iconic bass tone on the world’s biggest stages.

Key Features:

• Neck-thru-body construction for exceptional sustain, clarity and string energy transfer.
• Ringing, balanced tone - maple body and neck with rosewood fingerboard deliver bright attack and a warm upper midrange with full low-end growl.
• High-output single-coil pickups with wide frequency response for clarity, presence and studio-ready definition.
• Vintage Tone circuit (push/pull) restores classic treble emphasis for the famous Rickenbacker bite when engaged.
• Rick-O-Sound stereo output for independent pickup routing - perfect for split-EQ tones, stereo effects or separate recording tracks.
• Fully adjustable bridge saddles for precise intonation and action tailored to every playing style.
• Thin, fast neck with dual truss rods - playable and stable, designed for speed and heavy use.
• Professional hardware & electronics including Schaller tuners, Switchcraft jacks and CTS-spec pots for long-term reliability.
• Includes molded case for secure transport and storage.

Why Players Choose the 4003

The 4003 is prized for its clarity across the fretboard - piano-like top end without losing low-end power - and for the tonal flexibility afforded by the Vintage Tone circuit and Rick-O-Sound. Its slim body and fast neck suit aggressive modern techniques as well as classic styles, making it a go-to for bassists in rock, pop, funk and beyond.

Specifications

• Model: Rickenbacker 4003 in Jetglo
• Body Type: Solid
• Body Wood: Maple
• Neck: Neck-thru maple with dual truss rods
• Fingerboard: Rosewood with triangle inlays
• Scale Length: 84.5 cm (33-1/4")
• Number of Frets: 20
• Nut Width: 42.9 mm (1-11/16")
• Neck Width at 12th Fret: 54.0 mm (2-1/8")
• Electronics: 2x single-coil pickups with separate tone & volume controls, push/pull Vintage Tone
• Outputs: Mono and Rick-O-Sound stereo
• Bridge/Tailpiece: Rickenbacker bridge & tailpiece with adjustable individual saddles
• Machine Heads: Schaller Deluxe
• Weight: Approx. 4.1 kg (9.0 lbs.)
• Overall Length: 113.8 cm (44-13/16")
• Case: Included - custom molded hard case