Rickenbacker 360 Limited Edition 1988 Midnight Blue Black Trim

Here’s a very cool 1988 Rickenbacker 360 in rare limited-edition Midnight Blue finish with black trim. This unusual aesthetic sets it apart from the standard Rick look, giving it a bolder and more modern (dare we say more 80s!) appearance.

The guitar has had a Bigsby tremolo system installed. Weight is 3600g. The guitar has standard playwear and minor dings but in in great overall condition.

It has been refretted with medium-jumbo frets, which are like new, making it play better than most Rickenbackers. It comes with its original black tolex case.

Model History

The Rickenbacker 360 has been a staple of the company’s lineup since the early 1960s. Originally designed with the brand’s signature contoured maple body, distinctive slash soundhole, and unique “Rick-O-Sound” stereo output, the model quickly became one of the most recognizable guitars in rock history.

Famous players include George Harrison of The Beatles, who used a 12-string version extensively, as well as Roger McGuinn of The Byrds, whose jangly tones defined an entire genre. Later, artists such as Peter Buck (R.E.M.), Johnny Marr (The Smiths), and Tom Petty continued the tradition, making the 360 a go-to instrument for shimmering, articulate guitar tones.

SPECIFICATIONS

Body: Semi-hollow, maple construction with contoured edges
Finish: Limited edition Midnight Blue with black trim
Neck: Maple with a rosewood fingerboard
Frets: Medium-jumbo (refretted, like new)
Scale Length: 24.75 inches (629mm)
Nut Width: 1.63 inches (41.4mm)
Pickups: Rickenbacker Hi-Gain single-coils
Electronics: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, Blend control, 3-way switch, Rick-O-Sound stereo output
Bridge: Modified with Bigsby tremolo system
Hardware: Black pickguard, black binding, black truss rod cover, Schaller tuners
Weight: 3600g
Case: Original black tolex case