| Author | Message | ||
| bassman8416
Advanced Member Username: bassman8416 Post Number: 235 Registered: 5-2012 |
Hey everybody. I am ready to buy one of these basses. I have the funds and I am ready to pull the trigger for the right bass. 4 strings only. Hope to hear from someone soon. Thanks | ||
| bassman8416
Advanced Member Username: bassman8416 Post Number: 236 Registered: 5-2012 |
May also consider a 34" scale Mark King as well as a nice Spoiler, thats not overpriced. (Message edited by Bassman8416 on March 20, 2016) | ||
| jazzyvee
Senior Member Username: jazzyvee Post Number: 4952 Registered: 6-2002 |
Here is one on Ebay, a 34" Mark King in Japan although I think the price is a bit off reality. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ALEMBIC-Mark-King-Signature-4string-1987-Super-Rare-Free-Shipping-/152020733992?hash=item2365245028:g:PhcAAOSwvgdW25ZZ | ||
| bassman8416
Advanced Member Username: bassman8416 Post Number: 237 Registered: 5-2012 |
Yeah, thats way beyond what i can spend . | ||
| rv_bass
New Username: rv_bass Post Number: 2 Registered: 3-2016 |
Here's one on Craigslist: http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/msg/5435120082.html | ||
| pas
Advanced Member Username: pas Post Number: 322 Registered: 3-2003 |
There is a fellow on the Facebook Alembic musical instruments page that has been trying to sell a Mark King Standard for the past several months. It's 34" scale, grafted walnut top. He's from the UK. If you've never played a long scale Alembic before, I'd recommend trying one before buying. 1st position on an Alembic long scale is a serious stretch for some folks, myself included. I just picked up a Distillate in December and love it. The bass/treble cut & boost switches are very handy on a live stage. | ||
| bassman8416
Advanced Member Username: bassman8416 Post Number: 238 Registered: 5-2012 |
After some thought...I am just looking for 32" basses. I do have hand issues. Thanks for all the help thus far....much appreciated. | ||
| bassman8416
Advanced Member Username: bassman8416 Post Number: 239 Registered: 5-2012 |
I just purchased a DeArmond with Novaks, so Mark King is out. Looking primarily for a Spoiler or Distillate. thanks | ||
| rv_bass
New Username: rv_bass Post Number: 5 Registered: 8-2014 |
Here's a 32" Series 1 you might consider... http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/msg/5502070938.html | ||
| rv_bass
New Username: rv_bass Post Number: 7 Registered: 8-2014 |
To add to the comment by pas, I think the body size and shape affects playability of long scale basses as well. For instance, first position can be a challenge for my standard point series 1. I compensate by wearing it a little higher and pivoting it to the right of my body to enable me to more easily play the first position. In contrast, my Orion is long scale but has a better ergonomic design and is much easier to play. I attribute this to the smaller body size and contoured stomach shaping, all of which reduces the distance to the first fret and makes it easier to reach and play the first position. So, pas is right, if you are considering long scale, try out a few models to see what works best for you, if at all. Have fun! | ||
| bassman8416
Advanced Member Username: bassman8416 Post Number: 240 Registered: 5-2012 |
Thank you all for the sound advice...at this point I am only looking for Spoiler and Distillate basses. I have an SF-2 to pair it with so I feel the combination will be amazing. | ||
| dannobasso
Senior Member Username: dannobasso Post Number: 1586 Registered: 3-2004 |
I have an 83 Koa Spoiler bought new in 83 and refinished by Alembic in black. $2000 with case and a calzone road case if you'd like. pictures down the page a bit. http://alembic.com/club/messages/395/137397.html?1402675429 | ||
| bassman8416
Advanced Member Username: bassman8416 Post Number: 241 Registered: 5-2012 |
Hey Danno, the black Spoiler looks really nice and clean...was hoping for a wood finish though. Nothing shows up in a couple weeks or so, I may have a change of heart. Thank you for reaching out. I do have my fingers crossed for a Distillate, let a couple slip away this past month. | ||
| hankster
Senior Member Username: hankster Post Number: 438 Registered: 6-2004 |
Check out this Distilate, here. Auction has a day left. | ||
| alembician
New Username: alembician Post Number: 3 Registered: 10-2015 |
This Spoiler looks quite beautiful: http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/msg/5505438423.html | ||
| piper
New Username: piper Post Number: 6 Registered: 2-2005 |
I have a Koa wood Spoiler for sale. Asking $1500. I just sent you an email with pictures bassman8416. | ||
| bassman8416
Advanced Member Username: bassman8416 Post Number: 242 Registered: 5-2012 |
Hey Piper, I responded to your email!!!! Yeah I checked out the Spoiler in Washington...no interest whatsoever ton shipping the bass. I also made inquiry about the Distillate, no one really wants to give clear information about the bass, regarding the electronics. Rather deal with someone straight up here on the forum. | ||
| piper
New Username: piper Post Number: 7 Registered: 2-2005 |
I just emailed you back bassman8416. | ||
| pauldo
Senior Member Username: pauldo Post Number: 1615 Registered: 6-2006 |
You really want a Distillate. Mine shall be pried from my cold dead fingers . . . . just sayin'. :-D | ||
| sonicus
Senior Member Username: sonicus Post Number: 4842 Registered: 5-2009 |
I like mine too . | ||
| bassman8416
Advanced Member Username: bassman8416 Post Number: 243 Registered: 5-2012 |
Yes, guess thats why you rarely see them available...wouldn't having a sustain block installed on a Spoiler improve things? | ||
| moongerm
Advanced Member Username: moongerm Post Number: 368 Registered: 8-2013 |
I have contemplated selling my 32" Spoiler 5 string. | ||
| elwoodblue
Senior Member Username: elwoodblue Post Number: 1867 Registered: 6-2002 |
The one on Seattle CL is a few houses from where I used to live...a few years ago I coulda helped you out...darn  happy hunting | ||
| pas
Advanced Member Username: pas Post Number: 323 Registered: 3-2003 |
Craig, the only real difference between the Spoiler and the Distillate is that the Distillate has the 2 3 position bass/treble cut boost switches and purpleheart neck laminates. Sustain is not an issue. My Spoiler and Distillate are both from '85 - neither has a sustain block and it's not a an issue at all. My SC Deluxe is from '07 and has a sustain block. There is no discernable difference in sustain between the 3 basses. Frankly, I'd prefer not to have the sustain block - it's just an additional piece of brass that adds weight to an already heavy instrument. (Message edited by PAS on March 25, 2016) | ||
| bassman8416
Advanced Member Username: bassman8416 Post Number: 244 Registered: 5-2012 |
Thank you Paul. Piper has a really nice Koa wood Spoiler that I am definitely buying. | ||
| pas
Advanced Member Username: pas Post Number: 324 Registered: 3-2003 |
Congrats Craig! I think you'll really like it. I'd have offered you my Spoiler, but it needs a little work done before it's ready to go. | ||
| bassman8416
Advanced Member Username: bassman8416 Post Number: 245 Registered: 5-2012 |
A while back I was looking into the Distillate v Spoiler question....and Mica responded with "Very similar electronics, build on the same preamp. Distillate adds a bass and treble cut/flat/boost switch that in the flat position will behave exactly like a Spoiler. The Distillate body shape is a little different, with a flattened bottom, but a similar length upper horn. Both are standard 32" medium scale. Unless you had a solid Koa Spoiler, they should have more in common than not." Just wondering does solid Koa make the bass a better buy? | ||
| bassman8416
Advanced Member Username: bassman8416 Post Number: 251 Registered: 5-2012 |
Moongerm, if you are still considering selling your 5-string Spoiler please contact me. cfprivett@gmail.com | ||
| moongerm
Advanced Member Username: moongerm Post Number: 374 Registered: 8-2013 |
Will do tomorrow or Friday Craig. Busy day today and playing at Quinn's Beacon, NY tonight. | ||
| bassman8416
Advanced Member Username: bassman8416 Post Number: 252 Registered: 5-2012 |
Hey thank you so much, have a great show. |
