| Author | Message | ||
| 5a_quilt_top
New Username: 5a_quilt_top Post Number: 1 Registered: 6-2012 |
Greetings! As of yesterday morning, I acquired my first Alembic - a Stanley Clarke Signature Deluxe with quilted maple top & back - so I thought it would be appropriate to share my good fortune with all of you here. I started pursuing this goal about 35 years ago after seeing Phil Lesh, Jack Casady and Stanley playing Alembics in the mid-70's and it feels amazing to finally have one of my own. I celebrated by playing it for the first time last night. The experience was a revelation of sorts as it has caused me to re-think all aspects of my playing from technique to how I approach tone. I play fingerstyle and have used everything from Fender to Rickenbaker to Music Man to PRS. The Alembic is like nothing else I've ever played before - more responsive, more articulate and capable of greater nuance - VERY touch-sensitive. It made me feel simultaneously like a beginner and a player with far greater experience than I currently possess - if that makes any sense. I look forward to corresponding with you and sharing the joy that this amazing instrument has given me. | ||
| jazzyvee
Senior Member Username: jazzyvee Post Number: 2970 Registered: 6-2002 |
Welcome David, my first Alembic was a Stanley Clarke Signature Deluxe bass too and that was a revelation in sound and playability. I think you have made a great choice on your alembic entry. Two filters make some great sonic possibilities. We love photo's of new alembics so can I be the first to request/suggest that you , Check out the Showcase - Signature bass section and post some photo's when you get a chance. http://alembic.com/club/messages/411/418.html?1336385439 Jazzyvee | ||
| hammer
Intermediate Member Username: hammer Post Number: 159 Registered: 9-2009 |
Welcome to the club David! If you are like most of the fine people here, your SC will be your first but not your last Almebic. | ||
| hifiguy
Advanced Member Username: hifiguy Post Number: 347 Registered: 10-2006 |
I know what you mean about the touch-sensitive quality of Alembics, David. It took me about a year to get over the "Fender fingers" I acquired in years of playing Jazzes to get the fingering precision needed on an Alembic. You simply cannot hide anything on an Alembic! | ||
| 5a_quilt_top
New Username: 5a_quilt_top Post Number: 2 Registered: 6-2012 |
hifi - "Fender fingers" - that's a great description and exactly how it felt. Prior to getting the SC, I'd been "working out" fairly regularly on a '57 Precision reissue with a huge neck. Lotsa room to hide in all that maple. jazzy - pix coming soon. I thought a long time before making the choice and last night confirmed that it was the right one! hammer - your prediction is accurate. It may take awhile, but there will be a companion to the SC. | ||
| hieronymous
Senior Member Username: hieronymous Post Number: 1128 Registered: 1-2005 |
Congratulations! I began my Alembic journey 10 years ago this year, I also have a Stanley Clarke. Enjoy! |
