Re: McCartney On His Switching Of Basses

Generally speaking, the Rickenbacker has a clearer and treblier tone
than the Hofner -- and I think Paul's embrace of the Rickenbacker from
Revolver till Let It Be coincided with his playing becoming much more
prominent and innovative.  Paul said that his "prize period" on the bass
was 1966 - 1967.  (I don't know; he's damned good on the White Album and
Abbey Road.)
He had the Rickenbacker for Rubber Soul, but there's dispute as to which
bass he used on which track.