{"product_id":"the-rickenbacker-electric-bass-9781495095214","title":"The Rickenbacker Electric Bass","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith 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 look as much as its different sound.ÞÊThe Rickenbacker Electric Bass: 50 Years as Rock''s BottomÊ is the first book to trace the history of the iconic guitar  from its protoypes through its explosion of popularity in such bands as the Beatles  Yes  Deep Purple  and Motêrhead  to name but a few. Lavishly illustrated with archival shots  this is a must-have book not only for anyone who plays the Rick but also for anyone who plays the bass guitar. This second edition features 16 bonus pages with up-to-date information on Rickenbacker''s latest","brand":"Hal Leonard Corporation","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48885888745815,"sku":"9781495095214","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781495095214.jpg?v=1722538056","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/the-rickenbacker-electric-bass-9781495095214","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}