


With unique design appointments like the Rick-O-Sound stereo output, the double truss-rod design, one-piece necks in their basses and much more, Rickenbacker instruments really do stand out from the crowd, even beyond their aesthetics! Used by countless players throughout the decades such as Lemmy, Geddy Lee, Paul McCartney and more, they’ve become borderline-iconic in the world of bass. It’s no wonder then that they have an air of nostalgia and a design that is both retro and timeless – what’s not to love?ĭespite being electric guitar pioneers, they’re arguably better-known for their bass guitars. So start warming up your fingers and make sweet music with your Rickenbacker axe from eBay today.Unknown to many, Rickenbacker were actually the first company in the world to produce electric guitars, with production starting as early as 1932.

The distinctive Rickenbacker bass tone was also a favourite of UK punk and new wave bands of the late '70s and early '80s, played by the likes of Glen Matlock (Sex Pistols), Paul Simonon (The Clash) and Bruce Foxton (The Jam).

Early adopters of Rickenbacker basses included Paul McCartney (The Beatles), Roger Waters (Pink Floyd), John Entwistle (The Who) and Pete Quaife (The Kinks). The first bass guitars Rickenbacker made were the 4000 series in 1957. Recent models include the walnut series (330W, 330W/12, 360W, 360W/W), which have walnut bodies and unfinished maple fingerboards. John Lennon used a Rickenbacker 325 in the early days of The Beatles, and the company's electric twelve-string 360/12 model became a key part of their sound on "A Hard Day's Night". With unique tones and beautiful finishes, these eye-catching instruments make captivating music suited to a wide variety of styles and genres. Rickenbacker guitars are known for being first-class, and they are still manufactured in the United States to the same exacting standards that set them apart from the outset. Now you can take your place in musical history by rocking out and picking up a Rickenbacker electric guitar or Rickenbacker bass guitar from eBay today. The American electric string instrument manufacturer is credited as the first known maker of electric guitars, making revolutionary music all the way back in 1932 and helping define the sound of popular music. Shred in style on your new Rickenbacker guitar or bass from eBayĪside from being legendary musicians, what do The Beatles, Tom Petty and John Fogerty of Creedence Clearwater Revival have in common? They all played classic Rickenbacker guitars.
