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Condition: Used, Excellent

SP Luthier Notes: Instrument was inspected upon arrival and found to be in excellent playing and cosmetic condition—no work required. 

The Rickenbacker 4005 XC Fireglo is a striking semi-hollow bass that blends vintage elegance with unmistakable Rickenbacker character. Its lightweight, resonant body and 30.5" scale deliver a warm, airy low end with articulate definition, beautifully voiced by dual toaster bass pickups. The bound maple neck and rosewood fingerboard feel smooth and substantial, while crushed pearl triangle inlays and checkerboard binding add iconic visual flair. Finished in classic Fireglo with stereo output capability, this 4005 XC is both a standout player and a collectible investment—an inspiring, thoughtfully crafted instrument built to deliver tone, style, and long-term musical value.

Body Type
Semi-Hollow
Color
Fire Glo
Neck Wood
Maple w/Skunk Stripe
Fingerboard Wood
Rosewood
No. Frets
24
Fret Marker Style
Crushed Pearl Triangles
Neck Binding
Yes
Body Binding
Checkerboard
Scale Length
30.5″
Heel
Square
Neck Width at Nut
1 11/16″
Bridge
Schaller
Pickup Type
Single Coil; Rickenbacker "Toaster" Bass Pickups
No. of Pickups
2
Output Type
Stereo
Case
Vintage Reissue
Weight
8.4 lbs
Sound Pure Studios Control Room A — Durham, NC

Sound Pure Studios · Durham, NC

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