Greetings

[moody]

Hi all.

Sydney dweller her, I have been a lurker here on an off for a fair length of time since I saw that there was a Rickenbacker style kit available. Now that I have back-ordered an RC-4 I decided that I should register.

The intention of building this kit is entirely for looks. I am quite happy with a standard Jazz bass type sound and don't expect it to sound much different from any other bass I have. (all the things that contribute to the rick sound not being present).

I won't decide on finish until I have it in my hands. i.e. I'm not going to set my heart on a stained finish if the wood warrants a solid colour.

I haven't built any basses (or guitars) before. I have done some setup work on a few and a lot of tinkering with electronics and building valve amps and speaker cabinets. I have a full time job and two very young children so I don't expect to do anything particularly quickly.

I frequent a few other forums, talkbass, AGGH and when I get started on this I'll probably put threads on those forums as well. Always willing to promote a good business.

[wokkaboy]

welcome Moody,
the RC-4 is a great looking kit and by the sounds of your background you will have more than enough experience to build the kit.
Start a build diary when the kit arrives, hopefully early/mid March I think the container is due.
It is a very fun hobby and sure it won't be your last build !
Ask any questions you have, there's been a few RC-4 builds on the forum so have a read of them may help with some tips

[pablopepper]

Hi Moody, I love my RC4 and I'm sure you will too. I understand going for just the look of a ric, I did very much the same. Sounds nothing like a 4001/4003, but what really surprised me was the set neck. It feels more alive than any other bass I've owned. Can't wait to see your progress.

[stan]

welcome Moody!

[andrewdosborne]

Moody, welcome on board! The RC-4 looks like a great kit and am sure you will enjoy building it

[moody]

Hi Moody, I love my RC4 and I'm sure you will too. I understand going for just the look of a ric, I did very much the same. Sounds nothing like a 4001/4003, but what really surprised me was the set neck. It feels more alive than any other bass I've owned. Can't wait to see your progress.

I have never played a set neck bass. Every bass I've ever owned or picked up has been a bolt on (I have picked up less than 10 in my life - not good for 15 years of bass playing).

[wokkaboy]

Moody it doesn't matter how many bass's you have played. It must mean you are happy with what you have.
I've never played a set neck bass but think it should sound and feel very nice

[Fretworn]

Welcome Moody

[Brendan]

Welcome along - the RC-4's are a nice kit and keen to get into mine when I get one or two of the others that I've started off the bench.

[gavinturner]

Welcome Moody! I'm keen to hear all about your build. The RC-4 is a great kit and all the builds so far have turned out amazingly well.

cheers,
Gav.