But why are Rickenbacker bass so expensive? The main reason why Rickenbacker bass guitars are so expensive is that there is more demand for Rickenbacker bass than the supply. … Also, Rickenbacker bass is handmade in the USA by expert craftsmen. This means the production cost is high. Why is Ricky called zigzag in holes? how old was zigzag in holes.

Is a Rickenbacker worth it?

Rickenbacker basses are highly coveted and often seen as a holy, beautiful, one-of-a-kind bass with a unique and legendary tone. Rickenbacker basses don’t come in cheap, and is only worth the price if you’re heavily into prog/classic/metal rock, or if you’re obsessed with the legendary Rickenbacker tone.

Are Rickenbacker guitars hard to play?

The short answer to your question is no…….they do not have to be hard to play. As suggested by others in this thread a good setup should eliminate any issues that you may be experiencing. I have been playing Rickenbacker guitars since 1965 and in particular their 12 string guitars since 1966.