I simply mean the story behind Rickenbacker's checkerboard binding in general - the origin, where they get it, the models it's been used on through the decades, whatever. It seems to be fairly unique to Rickenbacker, correct? You do such cool stories, I thought this may be worth a mention.
That’s actually a really solid idea! I’ve been working on a big one for a while that’s taken all my energy (this short take is an outtake from that), but I’m gonna put that on the list. Thanks!
I seem to recall reading several years ago that Ben Hall mentioned they had purchased a "block" of checkerboard binding (from Germany?) which is supposed to last them for a long time.
Understanding the angle of how it's used in production as well will be a fascinating read for us Ric fans.
Andy -
I simply mean the story behind Rickenbacker's checkerboard binding in general - the origin, where they get it, the models it's been used on through the decades, whatever. It seems to be fairly unique to Rickenbacker, correct? You do such cool stories, I thought this may be worth a mention.
Chris
That’s actually a really solid idea! I’ve been working on a big one for a while that’s taken all my energy (this short take is an outtake from that), but I’m gonna put that on the list. Thanks!
Also -
I seem to recall reading several years ago that Ben Hall mentioned they had purchased a "block" of checkerboard binding (from Germany?) which is supposed to last them for a long time.
Understanding the angle of how it's used in production as well will be a fascinating read for us Ric fans.
Chris
You bet!
Looking forward to reading all about it! ;)
Chris
Well, I Never! 😳
Very cool, love the bound dot neck and bound headstock features. Thanks for sharing this info!
Thanks Andy!
Man, that's an odd duck. I appreciate you sharing!
Question - Is there a story to be told about the checkerboard binding?
Chris
Only that it had been discontinued on the 4001 in mid/late 73.