| Author | Message | ||
| richbass939
Intermediate Member Username: richbass939 Post Number: 110 Registered: 11-2004 |
Thanks for the interest, everybody. The short story is that the family and I want to make the 4-5 hour trip to SLC in mid March. We want to take 3 days or so and see the Mormon sites, the lake, shop a little (not for an Alembic, just the mundane stuff), and maybe go up to Promontory. I did my post mainly looking for advice on a good guitar shop to visit. But meeting, hearing some other Alembics, jamming, etc. sounds great. The family hasn't really sat down and planned what all we want to do. Any suggestions on interesting stuff? If a jam session could be planned along with things that the family could do, that would really be helpful. It wouldn't work to leave the wife and kids somewhere and go play music. Do any of the SLC Alembicians or possible jam partners have families? If we could all meet somewhere that everyone would have something interesting to do, this could work out really well. The boys are 7 and 11. They both are into music and might enjoy listening to the jam session. But, just in case, other options would be necessary. My wife would probably be happy visiting while we play. I hope the family doesn't push for a veto, this sounds like a lot of fun. Just some thoughts. What do you think? Rich | ||
| jlpicard
Intermediate Member Username: jlpicard Post Number: 129 Registered: 7-2002 |
Rich, I have spoken to a good friend of mine ( a fine drummer) about this meeting/jam session and he has offered his home for the meeting. He has regular jam sesions with friends there every Wed's in the evening but is usually free on Tuesdays too. I don't think he'd mind you bringing the family as I have brought my son on occasion. As soon as you can firm up a date I will contact the other Alembicians in SLC and make the arrangements. I'm sure Fredguy will want to attend! If you run short on time we could skip the jam and just meet and compare basses. Either way it would be great fun to talk Alembic for an hour or two ( or three) and make some new friends. Mike | ||
| richbass939
Intermediate Member Username: richbass939 Post Number: 117 Registered: 11-2004 |
Mike, Thanks for your efforts on this. I'm not as concerned about the boys as I am my wife. The boys would probably be content to stick their noses on their Gameboys if they didn't want to listen. My wife would probably like to just visit if there is a spouse or girlfriend she could talk "Alembic widow" with. She may plan on working Wed or Thurs. We haven't planned it out that far just yet. I would love to jam so I hope we can work it out. If not, meeting would be good too. I'll post info here as I know anything. Oh, what part of town do you and the drummer friend live in? We'll be coming in from the south east. Thanks, Rich | ||
| jlpicard
Intermediate Member Username: jlpicard Post Number: 131 Registered: 7-2002 |
We are both located not too far from the mouth of Parley's canyon (I-80) Most of us are married so there will be at least one spouse in attendance. My wife will most likely be there to take some pictures. Mike | ||
| oggydoggy
Intermediate Member Username: oggydoggy Post Number: 107 Registered: 3-2003 |
I will also be in the SLC area during mid march. once a firm date is set I would be interested in a gathering also, That is if you guys could make room . (I suppose I could bring my wife aswell) -Ed | ||
| richbass939
Intermediate Member Username: richbass939 Post Number: 120 Registered: 11-2004 |
My wife and I discussed the trip last night and it seems that we'll drive to SLC on Sunday, March 13th. We will need to leave on Wed, March 16. If things could work out on Tues, March 15 that would be great. If Tues doesn't work then I'd still like to get together somehow. Ed, I'm not really a senior voter since the meeting place isn't mine, but my vote is "the more the merrier". Mike, what kinds of music do you guys play? If there are certain artists or songs you guys play I could do some homework and get up to speed faster. I play lots of different styles. For just jamming, I generally get a groove going with the drummer, play in that pocket for a while, then get the groove to take on a different style, and play in that pocket for a while. Now the touchy subject. I will, of course, bring my Epic but bringing my amp may be a problem. I know how people with nice rigs feel about this but I'll ask anyway. Would it be a problem to play through someone's amp? I definitely am not an abuser. You know the kind; they turn everything up to 11, stomp a couple of effect boxes and you can't dive at the volume knob fast enough to save your speakers. NOT ME. I certainly will respect your wishes and work with your decision. It looks like we'll be staying at about 4500 south and 600 west. I guess that's only about 6 or 8 miles from your place. This is cool. I was asking about a guitar store and look at what seems to be coming together. Rich | ||
| jlpicard
Intermediate Member Username: jlpicard Post Number: 132 Registered: 7-2002 |
I just spoke with the drummer who's house we will be using and everything' cool for March 15th! Don't worry about an amp.There will be several there and the wife is definitely welcome. just bring your bass! Mike | ||
| richbass939
Intermediate Member Username: richbass939 Post Number: 124 Registered: 11-2004 |
COOOL. Thanks for your efforts coordinating this. Also I appreciate the amp use. How about it if we e-mail phone numbers and addresses, etc later? What kinds of music do you guys do? I'd really like to prepare a little if possible. What about Snoop Oggydoggy? Are you around SLC on Tues, March 15? Does this count as the first Alembic Convention? Rich | ||
| fredguy
New Username: fredguy Post Number: 4 Registered: 12-2004 |
Glad it's March 15th at the garage rather than the 16th as then I get two jam nights that week. As for style of music it's pretty much up for grabs. Most Wednesdays we just pick a beat, a key, a change and go from there. dave | ||
| oggydoggy
Intermediate Member Username: oggydoggy Post Number: 108 Registered: 3-2003 |
Rich, Yes, I believe we will be in town on that day. Sounds like there is alot of fun to be had. -Ed | ||
| richbass939
Intermediate Member Username: richbass939 Post Number: 138 Registered: 11-2004 |
Haven't heard anything in a little while. I assume we're still on for a jam session in March. If any of you SLC Alembicians have heard from the others please just chime in here and let us know. See you all in a month. Rich | ||
| jlpicard
Intermediate Member Username: jlpicard Post Number: 135 Registered: 7-2002 |
Hi Rich, I'm still here and still planning on it! Mike | ||
| jeet_kune_doh
New Username: jeet_kune_doh Post Number: 2 Registered: 4-2004 |
Mike, I appreciate the invitaion, I'm really looking forward to the "Sit Down" on 3/15. I also enjoyed our gear conversation, we'll talk soon. - D.M. | ||
| jeet_kune_doh
New Username: jeet_kune_doh Post Number: 3 Registered: 4-2004 |
Mike, I appreciate the invitation, I'm really looking forward to the "Sit Down" on 3/15. I also enjoyed our gear conversation. We'll talk soon. - D.M. | ||
| kungfusheriff
Advanced Member Username: kungfusheriff Post Number: 266 Registered: 8-2003 |
Pardon my ignorance, but where exactly is "SLC?" | ||
| adriaan
Senior Member Username: adriaan Post Number: 504 Registered: 6-2002 |
Salt Lake City, Utah. | ||
| jlpicard
Intermediate Member Username: jlpicard Post Number: 138 Registered: 7-2002 |
Derwin, When it comes to talkin' gear ,especialy Alembic, I was just getting warmed up! I think this will be alot of fun. Mike | ||
| lbpesq
Advanced Member Username: lbpesq Post Number: 329 Registered: 7-2004 |
Mike: Really bucking for your "Advanced Member" tag, aren't you (LOL). Bill, tgo | ||
| lbpesq
Advanced Member Username: lbpesq Post Number: 330 Registered: 7-2004 |
Something's wrong. I know I didn't hit the post button twice, but it posted twice anyway (& it took FOREVER to do so). I guess that explains your multiple posts, Mike. Obviuously this site wasn't programmed by Alembic! Bill, tgo (Message edited by lbpesq on February 18, 2005) | ||
| richbass939
Intermediate Member Username: richbass939 Post Number: 156 Registered: 11-2004 |
Bill,tgo I guess you're bucking for Senior Member status, huh? nyuk, nyuk. Rich | ||
| davehouck
Moderator Username: davehouck Post Number: 1395 Registered: 5-2002 |
Bill; there was indeed something wrong, a server problem. But Mica fixed it and we're back to 'normal'; I think a large hammer may have been utilized. I removed Mike's excess posts; but there was nothing I could do about his padded numbers <g>! | ||
| jeet_kune_doh
New Username: jeet_kune_doh Post Number: 4 Registered: 4-2004 |
Hi Mike (and everyone else coming to the SLC get together). I have to travel to a gig on the following morning (3/16), so I'll have my amp setup with me. Mike, we've talked a little about the Read Purity tube preamp and Bergantino cabs I'm using. If it's o.k. with everyone I'd be happy to fire it up and let everyone play through it. Give me a ring when you have time, Derwin. | ||
| richbass939
Intermediate Member Username: richbass939 Post Number: 172 Registered: 11-2004 |
Mike, Derwin, et al, I'd be happy to play through some different rigs. Not having ever been much of a gearhead, I would like to hear what other amps, etc sound like. I need some help, please. I've tried to e-mail Mike and I'm not sure my messages are getting through. We're getting close to the time and I don't have an address or phone numbers for anyone. If any of you guys know them please e-mail me with info. We'll be leaving for SLC on Sunday, 3-13. I'm really looking forward to this. With any luck my new (1998) Epic 5 will arrive in time to go with me. Rich | ||
| jlpicard
Intermediate Member Username: jlpicard Post Number: 148 Registered: 7-2002 |
Rich, I sent you an email yesterday. hope it was the right address. The drummer Bryan is out of town untill Monday.As soon as he comes back I will post the address. Not to worry, Everythings still go. Mike | ||
| richbass939
Intermediate Member Username: richbass939 Post Number: 174 Registered: 11-2004 |
Mike, I haven't gotten any e-mails. The address on my profile is correct. I'm assuming that the address on your profile is correct and my e-mails have gotten through. Rich | ||
| jlpicard
Intermediate Member Username: jlpicard Post Number: 154 Registered: 7-2002 |
Great talking to you Rich. Should be a grand time! Mike | ||
| jlpicard
Intermediate Member Username: jlpicard Post Number: 155 Registered: 7-2002 |
OogyDoogy, Are you still palnning on showing? It's set for 6 P.M. on the 15th .Email me for the address mike | ||
| richbass939
Intermediate Member Username: richbass939 Post Number: 180 Registered: 11-2004 |
Thanks to all the Salt Lake City Alembicians (especially Mike, the organizer and Bryan, the drummer) for the hospitality and the chance to jam and see and hear the huge variety of Alembics. There were some beautiful instruments there, truly stunning. I'm sure that there will be pictures posted of the gathering. Thanks again to all. Rich | ||
| davehouck
Moderator Username: davehouck Post Number: 1505 Registered: 5-2002 |
Looking forward to the pictures! | ||
| palembic
Senior Member Username: palembic Post Number: 1960 Registered: 9-2002 |
Oh yes ...piiiiiiiiiictuurssss!!! my precssioussssss. PTBO | ||
| jlpicard
Intermediate Member Username: jlpicard Post Number: 159 Registered: 7-2002 |
Pictures will be coming soon!! MikeD | ||
| mauibassplayer
Junior Username: mauibassplayer Post Number: 14 Registered: 3-2005 |
Aloha, I was reading through these messages and I saw a mention of the fisrt Alembic Conference? Wow, what a thing that would be. I for one would love to attend something like that. Just imagine, all kinds of Alembics under one roof. What an awsome experience that would be!!!!! Heaven on earth. | ||
| jlpicard
Intermediate Member Username: jlpicard Post Number: 161 Registered: 7-2002 |
OK ,I'm new to the photoshop thing so here goes!! Thanks to all who participated in what I believe is the first regional Alembic club meeting! There were four Alembicans in attendance with several more enthusiasts/intersted parties/ possible future owners gawking at the wonderful collection of instruments. Between us all there were nine basses and one guitar. It's amazing to see again and again how players become instantly "Alembicized" after only a few short minutes of exposure to these instruments! I think we have one guitarist seriously thinking about selling his Les Paul to get his hands on that Skylark!! After swapping Alembic stories, we had a "mini bass orchestra" type jam with four bassists, one guitatist and drummer! I think every one had a great time and we've talked about making it an annual event. By the way, the cocobolo Essence on the right is the same one in the Alembic store, courtesy of Tom Gardiner, the local Alembic rep who was also kind enough to bring his collection of personal basses including the only Series instruments in attendance. Thanks again and maybey we can get the national club meeting going soon! Mike       (Message edited by davehouck on March 20, 2005) | ||
| jlpicard
Intermediate Member Username: jlpicard Post Number: 162 Registered: 7-2002 |
From left to right; Front row- My lefty Distillate coco, Bubinga Spoiler/Persuader (w/ signature elec) , skylark, Seies II, Series I, coco Essence. Back row; Lefty Europa walnut, Bubinga Epic 5, Lefty coco Elan 6, Maple Essence | ||
| richbass939
Intermediate Member Username: richbass939 Post Number: 188 Registered: 11-2004 |
Mauibassplayer, there has been quite a lengthy discussion about an Alembic convention in central/northern Cal. It is under "Alembic Basses and Guitars", "Archive through Feb 24", "Alembic Convention for Alembicians and Potential Alembicians". There are a few other threads with the same name but the one I mentioned has the most discussion on it. I don't know how the organization of it is going. There hasn't been a post on it in about 2 months but maybe they're still working on it. An Alembic meeting is a lot of fun. Meeting and talking to other people who have an appreciation for Alembics and seeing and hearing a wide variety of basses was great. If you live in the boonies like I do, you have virtually no opportunity to see and hear any Alembics other than the ones you own. Good luck to the Cal Alembiconventionaires. Rich | ||
| davehouck
Moderator Username: davehouck Post Number: 1516 Registered: 5-2002 |
Great pics, Mike! Now that you've identified the important stuff, it might be helpful to some of us if you could identify the rest of the humans. | ||
| lbpesq
Advanced Member Username: lbpesq Post Number: 377 Registered: 7-2004 |
All you SLCers: It's been a blast watching this event develop here on the web site, culminating in the pictures - almost like watching an FTC thread. You guys look like you had a great time - I'm definitely jealous. Bill, tgo | ||
| rklisme
Intermediate Member Username: rklisme Post Number: 187 Registered: 5-2004 |
Wow This must have really been a blast, nice to see all the fine instruments together. We need to get the NorCal thing going. Thanks for sharing the pics. Rory | ||
| jlpicard
Intermediate Member Username: jlpicard Post Number: 163 Registered: 7-2002 |
OK Dave ,From left to right; Me, Dave, Rich, Tom. That's Tom holding his Series II and Rich with his recently aquired Epic. Mike | ||
| mica
Moderator Username: mica Post Number: 2357 Registered: 6-2000 |
That is so cool! I'm glad to see you all had such a good time. Thanks for sharing the pictures with everyone. Now to add the "big gathering" to my long list of to-do... |
