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Rickenbacker

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Jangly, vintage electric 12-string tone that just can't be imitated. Solid maple semi-hollowbody construction with a through-body neck provides mesmerizing sustain and resonance. The fast-playing neck features double truss rods and a thick bound rosewood fretboard with triangular inlays. Dual single-coils and dual stereo outs for studio and stage versatility.
Rickenbacker 360 12-String Electric Guitar Fireglo
Rickenbacker 360 12-String Electric Guitar Fireglo
Rickenbacker 360 12-String Electric Guitar Fireglo

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  • Vintage electric 12-string tone
  • Solid maple semi-hollowbody construction
  • Through-body neck
  • Fast-playing neck with double truss rods
  • Mono and stereo outs
  • Includes case

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  • Body Type: Semi-acoustic
  • Neck Width at Nut: 41.4 mm (1.63'')
  • Neck Width at 12th Fret: 49.05 mm (1 .931'')
  • Crown Radius: 25.4 cm (10'')
  • Body Wood: Maple
  • Neck Wood: Maple
  • Fingerboard Wood: Rosewood
  • Weight: 3.6 kg (8.0 lb.)
  • Overall Length: 101.6 cm (40'')
  • Overall Width: 38.1 cm (15'')
  • Overall Depth: 38.1 mm (1 1/2'')
  • Neck Binding: Yes
  • Fret Marker Style: Triangle
  • Tailpiece: ''R''
  • Bridge: 6 Saddle
  • Neck Typ:e Set-in
  • No. of Pickups: 2
  • Type of Pickups: Hi-gain
  • Output Type: Mono and Stereo
  • Machine Heads: Schaller

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One year warranty on finish; otherwise, 5 year warranty from date factory-stamped on warranty.

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4.61

18 Reviews

93%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Most Liked Positive Review

4

So far, so good

I'm a keyboardist for a variety band and I also play 12 string electric on songs like Ticket To Ride, If I Needed Someone, Bus Stop etc. Been playing mostly an Eastwood Classic 12 or sometimes a Danelectro 12. I've planned all along to graduate to the Rick. Initially wanted the 660/12 because of the wider neck, but it was on back order, so I got the 360/12. Got it home, lowered the action and adjusted the intonation (I'm very particular about being in tune). Spent the rest of the night getting use to the narrow neck after playing the wide necked Eastwood for a year and a half. Got it to the gig and when I started playing on the Beatles songs, the lead guitar player said later on, that he almost freaked out. He referred to it as the "legit" sound for the Beatles songs. I think the high gains sound fine. I may or may not swap to the Toaster Tops in the future. A lot of people play these through Vox amps. I think they sound better through a Fender amp like my Deluxe Reverb. The Fender has that midrange quality, and the Rick already was plenty of jangle.

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Most Liked Negative Review

2

I would not buy this product again

Nice looking guitar.. Set up and neck not so good. May need to send it back. Should not have to take it out for set up and repairs.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Practicing9
  2. Recording9
  3. Jamming8
  4. Rock Concerts8
  5. Small Venues7
Cons
  1. Poor Pick Up2
  2. Craftsmanship1
  3. Expensive ($2700, but does come w/hardshell case1
  4. Fret Buzz1
  5. Tuning takes some extra effort1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced6
  2. Professional Musician6
  3. Novice3
Pros
  1. Good Tone13
  2. Fun To Play11
  3. Good Feel10
  4. Good Pick Up10
  5. Solid Electronics9

Reviewed by 18 customers

  • I would buy this guitar again, since it sounds fantastic

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byJonathan

    fromPalm Beach Gardens, FL

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    #sweepstakes The Rickenbacker 360/12 is a fantastic-sounding guitar, especially when using Rick-o-Sound through two amplifiers (the stereo separation is great). I played one when I had a band from 1969-72, and always regretted selling it.

  • Everyone Needs a Rickenbacker

    5

    submitted2 years ago

    byBrad

    fromSpokane Washington

    I was fortunate enough to land a 360 with help from a rep at Guitar Center. The minute you open the case you are in a kind of WOW moment. The color and finish just jump at you. This guitar came out of the box in perfect shape and ready to play after the initial tuning. You immediately notice the Rickenbacker sound and you are compelled to try more and different chords. The pickup and volume response are great and as usual adjusting the fifth tone knob to find its benefit takes some extra effort. Overall, the neck is very easy to play and after playing nothing but six strings throughout the years the adjustment to 12 comes fairly quick. I did a lot of homework to acquaint myself with all of the Rickenbacker 12 string idiosyncrasies that I heard about but once you sit down to play the guitar any doubts you may have had evaporate. Beautiful guitar and well worth the effort to find one.

  • love it.

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byAl

    fromorange, ca

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    always need a great 12 string.

  • Advice play one before you buy!

    4

    submitted2 years ago

    byGlen

    fromChicago

    That great Rickenbacker sound! That's why I bought one. However I never played the guitar. The neck on the guitar is noticeably narrower than my Taylor 12 string acoustic. To me it felt there was not enough room between strings. When played my finger nail was causing a buzzing sound or the back of my finger was muting the string. This occurred on certain chords. Fingerpicking was most noticeable. Just strumming the chords was hard to detect. I still have the guitar but don't play it as much as my Taylor. It's a great guitar but I don't think I would've bought it ,had I played it first.

  • Owner with some upgrades

    4

    submitted3 years ago

    byTom

    fromBoston MA

    I love my Ric but I did upgrade to the toaster pickups which gives the classic Ric sound. I also have the older plain tailpiece as I have heard the fancy ones can break. I added a 12 saddle bridge too. Biggest add was the pickups. Love my guitar. Gets the classic sound unlike my original 64 Dan Electro, which is cool but for all the Byrds, Petty and Beatles we play, it can't be beat.

  • I would buy this rickenbacker 360-12 string guitar***

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byGerard S

    fromSan Jose Ca.

    Gerard Stroh**** I got My First Rickenbacker 360-12 String Guitar in 1996 and Guitar Center Was Great**** Gerard Stroh** In 1996 When I Order My Rickenbacker Guitar at the Guitar Center at That Time They Had 21 stores and all the rickenbacker Guitars Were The six String Model and The 12 Guitar I Got Came the Guitar Center In someplace in LA California and They Ship The Guitar To My House and It Came In Mint Condition and The Guitar Was Perfit And Played Great Out Of The Box and The Guitar Case Was Great*** I still Have That Guitar and The Guitar Neck It Is Still Strait as A Rail and I That Rickenbacker 360-12 string Guitar Is over 26 plus years old and I Give A Big Thanks To Guitar Center Because They Were Great*** I still Love That Reckenbacker 360-12 Guitar******* I am A Big George Harrison & Beatles Fan*** I Would Buy This Guitar Again***

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  • submitted8 years ago

    asked byNever had one.

    fromSanta Barbara,Ca.

    Is the Rickenbacker mdl.360 available With a walnut body?

    Is the Rickenbacker mdl.360 available With a walnut body?

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    I am not showing we carry that version normally, but if you give us a call we can arrange to reach out to Rickenbacker and try and special order one for you.