1980s Fernandes RB-80 Rickenbacker 4001 Bass Guitar (Mapleglo) (MIJ)
1980s Fernandes RB-80 Rickenbacker 4001 Bass Guitar (Mapleglo) (MIJ)
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1980s Fernandes RB-80 Rickenbacker 4001 Bass Guitar (Mapleglo) (MIJ)
A classic copy from a classic brand, the Fernandes RB series was Fernandes' take on that famous brand that has an R and a B in their name. These basses are just as good, if not better than their USA counterparts! Depending on the model number, you got different features; some were bolt on, some were neck through. Some had single jacks, some had stereo. Some had two truss rods, some had one. This particular model is a neck-through maple with a single truss rod and single output jack to keep things simple reliable.
The 3 piece neck has a very comfortable C shape profile with a moderate amount of heft to it, not feeling to thin or too thick in the hands. A full 34" scale length is present here with the unbound open pore rosewood fingerboard featuring pearloid dot inlays and medium frets with lots of life left in them (approximately 85%) Open gear tuners are smooth and have been serviced for exceptional operation and stability.
The pickups are a factory loaded set of single coils, but don't let that fool you. These pickups pack some serious heft and have a thick and meaty tone that secures this bass as an absolute monster sounding instrument. With a wide spectrum of frequencies being pumped out, this bass sings whether you play finger style, with a pick, or with anything else for that matter. The middle position is particularly throaty with a nice mid-range scoop that sounds great for chugging and picked basslines.
The bass presents as amost fully original aside from a new bone nut that we cut and fitted for the instrument, as well as a replaced truss rod cover that is going to full anyone into thinking this is a true Rickenbacker! The bass is not without wear and tear and has slight signs of playwear, as well as heavy pitting present on the bridge's chrome plating. All things considered it is an excellent bass that's had a full professional overhaul and setup with 45-100s. Comes with a gig bag!
Specifications:
Make: Fernandes
Model: RB-80
Origin: Japan, 1980s
Body: Maple
Neck: Maple (Neck Through)
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Pickups: Fernandes Single Coils, Neck: 8.1kOhms, Middle: 3.9kOhms, Bridge: 7.7kOhms
Frets: 20
Neck Profile: 34" Scale, 44mm Nut Width, Medium C Profile, 20" Radius
Finish: Mapleglo (Natural Satin)
Weight: 4.4kg
Shipping & Returns:
Domestic AU Shipping (Insured) - $Free
International Shipping (Insured) - $199.99
Local Pickup/Click & Collect - 135 New Canterbury Road, Lewisham 2049
The item is sold as is - if it is broken or damaged on arrival, we will offer you a return/refund. We cannot accept returns for change of mind or offer any warranty on used/vintage items.
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How much is shipping?
We offer free Australia-wide shipping for orders over $200 via standard courier services. For smaller items such as small parts and screws, we send via Australia Post regular mail service. All items below $200 are a flat $8.99 shipping rate. Express services are also available at an extra cost, just select it at the checkout and we'll get your order out extra fast!
How long does shipping take?
It varies based on the destination and the products ordered. Orders for items that are in stock with our Lewisham store "135 New Canterbury Road, Lewisham 2049", are usually shipped same day, however items ordered from "Deep Tone Warehouse Supply" are special order items that are not stocked in the store. These items can take 2-4 business days to arrive to us from the supplier; from there, the item will be dispatched from our store and the nominated method of shipping will be followed:
For "Standard" shipping:
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- QLD: 3-5 days
- NT, WA and TAS: 5-10 days +
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- QLD: 1-2 days
- NT, WA and TAS: 1-3 days
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