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12stringwilson
New Username: 12stringwilson
Post Number: 2 Registered: 12-2008
| Posted on Monday, December 29, 2008 - 2:02 pm: | |
As much as I love her, I got to let her go. She needs loving and play time, which I do not provide. I have no more need for a fretless. This bass does it all...but all of you guys already know that. http://www.elderly.com/vintage/items/55U-3408.htm This is the link from Elderly Instruments, with full pictures. I bought it from them approx. 2 years ago. I have played it a total of 15 times and it has never left my home. Well cared for. Please contact me if interested. wilson_brent@bellsouth.net |
12stringwilson
New Username: 12stringwilson
Post Number: 3 Registered: 12-2008
| Posted on Monday, December 29, 2008 - 2:07 pm: | |
Well...it would appear that my fingers do not work today. I held the shift key down a little much. 1975 SERIES II ALEMBIC FRETLESS FOR SALE!!! |
san_diego_bassplayer
New Username: san_diego_bassplayer
Post Number: 1 Registered: 12-2008
| Posted on Thursday, January 01, 2009 - 7:25 pm: | |
Hi I'm interested in purchasing your bass |
san_diego_bassplayer
New Username: san_diego_bassplayer
Post Number: 2 Registered: 12-2008
| Posted on Thursday, January 01, 2009 - 7:28 pm: | |
Hi I'm interested in purchasing your bass do you have a phone number I can reach you at ? You can email it to me at georgioartis@yahoo.com |
edwin
Advanced Member Username: edwin
Post Number: 383 Registered: 5-2002
| Posted on Sunday, January 04, 2009 - 5:58 pm: | |
OK, what do all those knobs do? This is a very tempting bass! I love an Alembic fretless. Jim Cammack has done some great stuff on his with Ahmad Jamal. Edwin |
lbpesq
Senior Member Username: lbpesq
Post Number: 3470 Registered: 7-2004
| Posted on Sunday, January 04, 2009 - 6:03 pm: | |
Edwin: Based on another thread about this bass, the extra knobs represent an SF-2 for each pick-up! Bill, tgo |
davehouck
Moderator Username: davehouck
Post Number: 7311 Registered: 5-2002
| Posted on Sunday, January 04, 2009 - 6:28 pm: | |
That's my guess. However, you may want to run the serial number by Mica first. If it is indeed a superfilter then the supercool factor is a significant consideration. |
bsee
Senior Member Username: bsee
Post Number: 2126 Registered: 3-2004
| Posted on Sunday, January 04, 2009 - 8:16 pm: | |
Looks like a great studio instrument, but tweaking those knobs live on stage has to take as much dexterity as any tune I play. A real classic, though, and probably puts forth great tone no matter how you set it. |
12stringwilson
New Username: 12stringwilson
Post Number: 7 Registered: 12-2008
| Posted on Monday, January 05, 2009 - 6:33 am: | |
Mica should have the serial number. I registered the bass in the database, upon purchasing it. The tone on this bass is really unlike most fretless basses i have played. Of course, all of the extra knobs will allow you to dial in to any sound you want. From Wah-Wah to upright fretless... |
12stringwilson
New Username: 12stringwilson
Post Number: 8 Registered: 12-2008
| Posted on Monday, January 05, 2009 - 11:27 am: | |
As an FYI, san diego bass player just called. The bass is his assuming he can come up with the funds. For now, this sale is on hold until further notice. Thanks! |
12stringwilson
New Username: 12stringwilson
Post Number: 9 Registered: 12-2008
| Posted on Wednesday, January 07, 2009 - 11:06 am: | |
San Diego Bass Player - proposed a trade, which while nice, is just not practical for me at this time. SALE IS BACK ON. WOULD TRADE FOR A CARL THOMPSON 1970's BASS or POSSIBLY A FRETTED ALEMBIC. I can be as patient as is necessary to find this baby a new happy home. |
eflat
Junior Username: eflat
Post Number: 27 Registered: 11-2006
| Posted on Wednesday, January 07, 2009 - 6:48 pm: | |
Have you considered sending it back to the mothership to be fretted? I would hate to part with it myself and would be so inclined. It is a beaut! |
olieoliver
Senior Member Username: olieoliver
Post Number: 1977 Registered: 2-2006
| Posted on Wednesday, January 07, 2009 - 7:45 pm: | |
Great idea Gary, that's what I'd do. OO |
mica
Moderator Username: mica
Post Number: 5751 Registered: 6-2000
| Posted on Wednesday, January 07, 2009 - 8:15 pm: | |
I'm usually up for something like that, Gary, but in this case, I would lean toward leaving it as is. To preserve the LEDs would cost $$. It's also likely that the finish would be damaged, and it has aged so nicely, I'd hate to do anything to disrupt the mojo it's developed after all these years. |
olieoliver
Senior Member Username: olieoliver
Post Number: 1978 Registered: 2-2006
| Posted on Wednesday, January 07, 2009 - 9:13 pm: | |
Mica knows best. OO (Hmm sound like a TV show.) |
12stringwilson
New Username: 12stringwilson
Post Number: 10 Registered: 12-2008
| Posted on Thursday, January 08, 2009 - 6:12 am: | |
I agree with Mica. This bass is very unique for a fretless. besides...the fretboard is so stunning as it is!!! |
eflat
Junior Username: eflat
Post Number: 28 Registered: 11-2006
| Posted on Thursday, January 08, 2009 - 6:28 am: | |
I see your point Mica and would agree, now if I could find a way to purchase it.... |
12stringwilson
Junior Username: 12stringwilson
Post Number: 12 Registered: 12-2008
| Posted on Thursday, January 08, 2009 - 10:16 am: | |
As of now...the bass is spoken for. The fellow buying it will keep me posted. He is planning on picking it up in person in about 2 weeks. I will let you know when everything is finalized, so we can mark this one off the list. She is going to a new home where she will no doubt get the care she deserves. Thanks All!! |
12stringwilson
Junior Username: 12stringwilson
Post Number: 14 Registered: 12-2008
| Posted on Wednesday, February 04, 2009 - 8:23 am: | |
BASS ARRIVED TO HER NEW HOME TODAY! PLEASE MARK THIS OFF THE LIST. THANKS! |