'97 Series I Mint Unplayed Untouched ... Log Out | Topics | Search
Moderators | Register | Edit Profile

Alembic Club » Swap Shop and Wish Lists » For Sale & Trade » '97 Series I Mint Unplayed Untouched Condition « Previous Next »

Author Message
sonofa_lembic
Intermediate Member
Username: sonofa_lembic

Post Number: 111
Registered: 5-2014
Posted on Sunday, January 17, 2016 - 10:22 am:   Edit Post

This is a flawless virtually untouched 1997 Alembic Series I 4 string bass with upgrade 5 piece body and upgrade master volume. Chrome hardware. Tiger maple neck. Seizmic wave zebra wood top. Absolutely no issues, repairs or problems. Super low action, and amazing Series I tone. This bass is like getting a brand new bass. Original case is in very good condition with only very light signs of wear. Comes with 5 pin cable, paperwork, and tools. Email for more photos or info. $5500.00.
jalevinemd
Senior Member
Username: jalevinemd

Post Number: 1072
Registered: 12-2003
Posted on Sunday, January 17, 2016 - 10:29 am:   Edit Post

Paging Dr. Vaucher...Dr. Vaucher...your patient is ready.
enzo
Senior Member
Username: enzo

Post Number: 552
Registered: 4-2009
Posted on Sunday, January 17, 2016 - 11:07 am:   Edit Post

I remember that! I saw it on ebay the same hour it was posted and by the time I finished typing the question "what's the scale length?" it was gone haha.
So….what's the scale length?
pas
Advanced Member
Username: pas

Post Number: 314
Registered: 3-2003
Posted on Sunday, January 17, 2016 - 11:23 am:   Edit Post

Long scale - 34". If it had been a medium scale, I would have already purchased it from Trevor.
hammer
Senior Member
Username: hammer

Post Number: 837
Registered: 9-2009
Posted on Sunday, January 17, 2016 - 11:56 am:   Edit Post

I looked over this one too. It was gone in a flash and probably would not have suited me since it's long scale, but why do beauties like this ALWAYS appear just after one makes another purchase?
rv_bass
Intermediate Member
Username: rv_bass

Post Number: 172
Registered: 8-2014
Posted on Sunday, January 17, 2016 - 1:09 pm:   Edit Post

...because the artists at Alembic create many beauties! Fantastic looking bass!
fc_spoiler
Senior Member
Username: fc_spoiler

Post Number: 1854
Registered: 5-2006
Posted on Sunday, January 17, 2016 - 1:55 pm:   Edit Post

Extremely nice :-)

There's a somewhat unscientific method to see if this model is long or medium scale.
On longscale basses the bridge is between the volumeknobs, on mediumscale the bridge is next to the neck volume knob.
Alembic = custom so It's no set rule, but that method has always worked out well for me to determine the scale length from pictures.
sonofa_lembic
Intermediate Member
Username: sonofa_lembic

Post Number: 112
Registered: 5-2014
Posted on Sunday, January 17, 2016 - 2:49 pm:   Edit Post

34" Long scale. 1.5" nut. Great neck carve and feel.
jazzyvee
Senior Member
Username: jazzyvee

Post Number: 4865
Registered: 6-2002
Posted on Sunday, January 17, 2016 - 3:56 pm:   Edit Post

Good observation FC I will remember that.
I love the dramatic wood grain on that bass.
rockerdebassman
Member
Username: rockerdebassman

Post Number: 52
Registered: 8-2015
Posted on Friday, January 22, 2016 - 6:34 pm:   Edit Post

She's real pretty. And how does she sound compared to your other basses, Sonofa?

Brian, did you get a 32" shorty or is it a 34?
hammer
Senior Member
Username: hammer

Post Number: 841
Registered: 9-2009
Posted on Friday, January 22, 2016 - 11:37 pm:   Edit Post

Ended up with a 32" medium scale Series I with a bubinga top
sonofa_lembic
Intermediate Member
Username: sonofa_lembic

Post Number: 115
Registered: 5-2014
Posted on Sunday, January 24, 2016 - 3:04 pm:   Edit Post

This bass sounds great. It has the traditional Series sound with no dead spots, weak strings, or thin tone. This bass has a very solid and strong low end, and some nice clarity on top. Compared to my other basses, it is just a solid. I like the non Series basses as a rule since they are plug and play, have a slightly more transparent high end, and sound a little more contemporary, but this bass sounds way more fat, and in a live situation, it cuts through the mix extremely well…better than a non Series. I decided to offer this bass instead of another because it is worth a lot more, and will be a great bargain for someone wanting the top of the line.
sonofa_lembic
Intermediate Member
Username: sonofa_lembic

Post Number: 116
Registered: 5-2014
Posted on Wednesday, January 27, 2016 - 6:30 pm:   Edit Post

SALE PENDING !

Add Your Message Here
Post:
Username: Posting Information:
This is a private posting area. Only registered users and moderators may post messages here.
Password:
Options: Enable HTML code in message
Automatically activate URLs in message
Action:

Topics | Last Day | Last Week | Tree View | Search | Help/Instructions | Program Credits Administration