What is this Rick Worth?

Paul Arntson · Post by **Paul Arntson** » 27 Aug 2004 10:00 am

What is your all's opinion about this Rick on Ebay? http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=3743915749&fromMakeTrack=true

Does anyone know what they sound like compared to the full console ones like Gary Brandin uses on the Vanduras album?

Thanks as always,
Paul Arntson[This message was edited by Paul Arntson on 27 August 2004 at 01:18 PM.]

Ron Whitfield · Post by **Ron Whitfield** » 27 Aug 2004 1:14 pm

It won't sound exactly like a console, but they usually do sound good, especially with some outboard EQing and a well matched amp. Bobby Black makes his sound REAL good.

This one looks to be worth $400

Ray Montee · Post by **Ray Montee** » 28 Aug 2004 9:15 pm

I've not played one of those models however I'd have a tendancy to think they might very well sound much like a Bigsby or Fry Pan with that solid aluminum body. Just a tho't.

One in Portland is being offered at $850.00.

George Keoki Lake · Post by **George Keoki Lake** » 28 Aug 2004 10:54 pm

These are great guitars ... If you buy it, you'll love it ! I've also seen them around the $800.00 mark. That one looks to be in MINT condition and I am sure it will fetch a much higher price by the time it is sold.

Mike Fried · Post by **Mike Fried** » 29 Aug 2004 4:00 pm

I've owned that exact same model guitar for years and love it. It has a huge, complex tone when set up correctly and played through the right amp (something clean and warm) and amazing sustain. It sounds closer to a frying pan than the wood console Ricks, I think. I prefer to play mine on a stand rather than laying on my lap - the weight can just about put your legs to sleep. Overall, a big thumbs-up from me...

Herb Steiner · Post by **Herb Steiner** » 29 Aug 2004 4:40 pm

Bobby Black has one like that. Sounds awesome.

Hey Mike, howya doin?

Is my sister-in-law still coming to every show within 500 miles of Missouri?

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George Keoki Lake · Post by **George Keoki Lake** » 29 Aug 2004 4:54 pm

It earned the nickname of "old ugly". However, I feel it's a neat design. Those p/u's are hot as anyone who owns one will tell you.

Garland Nash · Post by **Garland Nash** » 30 Aug 2004 4:20 pm

I had one like it and it has the sound of a bigsby and is the clearest recording steel I ever played. It is very hard to play on your lap especially the inside neck I sold mine and it was mint for 500.00 Garland Nash

Mike Fried · Post by **Mike Fried** » 30 Aug 2004 6:23 pm

well, it looks like that one sold for over $1,600. I had no idea they'd gotten that valuable - the last I saw they were fetching well under $1,000. Even post-war Ricks seem to be appreciating by leaps and bounds lately.

Hey Herb, long time no see...I hope all is well with you. No, I haven't heard from your sis-inlaw - if you can, let me know if she's coming out to a show and I'll try to say hello.

Terry Wood · Post by **Terry Wood** » 30 Aug 2004 6:28 pm

I have a 1937 Silver Ricky and I love it! I would bet that guitar would sound Great!

Just my 2 centavos.

El Woodrow!

Paul Arntson · Post by **Paul Arntson** » 1 Sep 2004 7:56 pm

Thank you all for the variety of info. As always, I have learned a lot from your combined knowledge. You all are a great bunch of folks!

-paul

Vernon Hester · Post by **Vernon Hester** » 1 Sep 2004 11:51 pm

I have one like that except it has a metal cover on the back (Alum). Wonderful tone. Bought mine in late 49 or 50. Played hundreds of nights in clubs and Radio,TV shows with this guitar. pulled it out couple years ago and recorded some tunes with it still has the Ricky growl.You can see a picture of it in the Lap Steel Guitar book by Andy Volk
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