The Rickenbacker Electric Bass: 50 Years as Rock's Bottom

by Paul Boyer

Book Overview

With the introduction of the two-pickup 4001 model in 1961, the Rickenbacker bass became a phenomenon. The Beatles's use of Rickenbacker instruments was pivotal: teen groups everywhere wanted to have the same instruments the Beatles used so they could achieve the "right" sound. With its ultra-modern design that made the classic Fender precision bass look downright old-fashioned, the Rick quickly became a darling of progressive bands that loved its...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1495095215
• ISBN13: 9781495095214
• Release Date: September 2017
• Publisher: Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation
• Length: 164 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.4" x 10.8"