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Description

Discover the expressive tonal palette of the Rickenbacker 375, a semi-hollowbody electric guitar that stands out in the world of musical instruments. Renowned for its distinctive three-pickup configuration, this guitar offers a versatile sound that caters to a wide range of musical styles, from bright and jangly chords to warm and mellow leads. The Rickenbacker 375 features a double-cutaway body design, allowing easy access to higher frets, making it a favorite among both rhythm and lead guitarists.

Crafted with a maple body and neck, the 375 combines durability with elegance, providing a resonant sound that enhances its semi-hollow construction. The bound rosewood fingerboard is adorned with classic dot inlays, ensuring smooth playability and a touch of vintage charm. Players will appreciate the guitar's unique fifth "blend" knob—an innovative control that allows seamless blending of pickups, providing endless tonal possibilities.

Whether you're jamming in a garage band or performing on stage, the Rickenbacker 375 delivers a rich, full-bodied sound that captivates audiences. Its robust hardware and classic Rickenbacker tailpiece ensure tuning stability and sustain, while the enclosed machine heads provide precise tuning adjustments.

Key Features:

  • Semi-hollowbody design for a rich, resonant sound
  • Three-pickup configuration with blend knob for versatile tone control
  • Maple body and neck with a bound rosewood fingerboard
  • Double-cutaway design for easy access to upper frets
  • Enclosed machine heads for stable and precise tuning
  • Classic Rickenbacker tailpiece for enhanced sustain

Product specs

Brand Rickenbacker
Model 375 NS
Finish Autumnglo, Burgundy, Fireglo, Jetglo, Mapleglo
Year 1964 - 1967
Made In United States
Categories Semi-Hollowbody Electric Guitars
Body Material Maple
Body Shape Double Cutaway
Body Type Semi-Hollow Body
Bridge/Tailpiece Type Tremolo Tailpiece
Color Family Black, Brown, Natural, Red, Tan
Finish Features Matching Headstock
Finish Pattern Sunburst
Finish Style Gloss
Fretboard Material Rosewood
Model Family Rickenbacker 375
Model Sub-Family Rickenbacker 375 NS
Neck Construction Set-Neck
Neck Material Maple
Number of Frets 21
Number of Strings 6-String
Nut Width 1.625"
Offset Body Non-Offset Body
Pickup Configuration SSS
Right / Left Handed Right Handed
Scale Length 24.75"
Series Rickenbacker 300 Series

FAQs

What kind of music genres is the Rickenbacker 375 best suited for?

The Rickenbacker 375 is renowned for its jangly, bright tone, making it ideal for rock, pop, and jangle pop genres. Its distinct sound has been favored by iconic bands like The Beatles and The Byrds.

What is the neck profile of the Rickenbacker 375 like?

The Rickenbacker 375 features a slim, comfortable neck profile that facilitates fast playability, making it suitable for players who prefer smooth transitions across the fretboard.

How does the semi-hollow body of the Rickenbacker 375 affect its sound?

The semi-hollow body design of the Rickenbacker 375 provides a warm, resonant tone with enhanced sustain, while still maintaining clarity and articulation, especially when played clean or with light overdrive.

What type of pickups does the Rickenbacker 375 use, and how do they influence the sound?

The Rickenbacker 375 is equipped with three single-coil pickups, delivering a bright, chimey sound with plenty of clarity and definition, perfect for achieving classic rock and pop tones.

Is the Rickenbacker 375 suitable for beginners?

While the Rickenbacker 375 offers exceptional quality and sound, its premium features and price point may be better suited for intermediate to advanced players who can fully appreciate its unique characteristics.

Normans Rare Guitars

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1966 Rickenbacker 375 Fireglo | Guitar of the Day

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1966 Rickenbacker 375 Fireglo | Guitar of the Day

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Normans Rare Guitars

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1966 Rickenbacker 375 00652

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Norman's Rare Guitars - Guitar of the Day: 1966 Rickenbacker 375 Fireglo

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Normans Rare Guitars

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Helter Skelter 1962 Rickenbacker 375 "OS" (three pickups, with vibrato)

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Guitar Close Up - Grant Geissman playing a 1966 Rickenbacker 375 Fireglo $5495

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Normans Rare Guitars

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TONE CHECK: Vintage 1967 Rickenbacker 375 Fireglo | No Talking

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Cream City Music

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Rickenbacker 375 de 1968

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Vintage Vault: 1966 Rickenbacker 375 Mapleglo - Premier Guitar

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See how Peter Buck uses Rickenbacker 375

Peter Buck

Guitarist

R.E.M.

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After having his Telecaster stolen in around late 1980/early 1981, Pete purchased this as a replacement in Mapleglo finish at Chick Piano in Athens, GA. The only photo/video evidence before it too was stolen is R.E.M.'s 688 Club performance on February 20th, 1981. It appears that his Accent Vibrato tailpiece is missing the tremelo arm. It was also mentioned in a Reverb interview in January of 2016 as a 360 Mapleglo, but upon video inspection, this is incorrect due to the 3-pickup configuration and tailpiece, unlike the 2-pickup configuration and standard R tailpiece. This guitar was replaced later by Pete's famous Rickenbacker 360 Jetglo model later in 1981.

See how Randy Bachman uses Rickenbacker 375

Randy Bachman

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Bachman–Turner Overdrive

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Definitely a 375. Accent vibrato isn’t clearly visible in this picture, but its arm is.

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