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.