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rob_the_fiend
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Username: rob_the_fiend

Post Number: 70
Registered: 10-2007
Posted on Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 10:22 am:   Edit Post

Heh. Here I have a couple of sketches of Rami's idea for an Alembic version of Gibsons EDS-1275, based on the Tribute body shape.

Guitar:
doubletribute guitar

Baryton:
doubletribute baryton

So Rami, start buying lottery tickets in bulk. ;-)
rami
Senior Member
Username: rami

Post Number: 844
Registered: 6-2002
Posted on Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 12:06 pm:   Edit Post

Rob, you're killing me here! But that's really, really cool. It's exactly how I imagined it. I think I'll have trouble sleeping now.

:-)
jalevinemd
Senior Member
Username: jalevinemd

Post Number: 672
Registered: 12-2003
Posted on Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 1:21 pm:   Edit Post

OMFG!!! I have been craving a doubleneck lately. I don't think I've seen one that could touch this. Just knowing what the sticker price would be...another dream dead.
lbpesq
Senior Member
Username: lbpesq

Post Number: 3251
Registered: 7-2004
Posted on Thursday, September 11, 2008 - 10:18 am:   Edit Post

Jonathan:

A doubleneck? You are having twins, aren't you??!!! lol

Bill, tgo
jalevinemd
Senior Member
Username: jalevinemd

Post Number: 673
Registered: 12-2003
Posted on Thursday, September 11, 2008 - 5:15 pm:   Edit Post

For this guitar...I'd strongly consider it!
rami
Senior Member
Username: rami

Post Number: 845
Registered: 6-2002
Posted on Saturday, September 13, 2008 - 8:14 am:   Edit Post

Unlike the tribute however, I'd make it with a solid body (unchambered). Also, the headstocks would be Alembic Crowns with the 12 string having the same spacing as the 6, so it would appear twice the length. Damn! What a cool guitar this would be!!!!

P.S. I recently tried an EDS-1275. What struck me most about it was it's INCREDIBLE sustain and resonance - with all that body mass. I can't put it down anymore. It really sounds great - gotta give respect where it's due.

:-)
rami
Senior Member
Username: rami

Post Number: 846
Registered: 6-2002
Posted on Saturday, September 13, 2008 - 8:19 am:   Edit Post

Oh yeah, the tailpieces, would be the Alembic bird and I'd move them as far back on the body as possible to maximize the string tension.
This is so cool, I'm losing sleep over it!
hieronymous
Advanced Member
Username: hieronymous

Post Number: 400
Registered: 1-2005
Posted on Saturday, September 13, 2008 - 8:39 am:   Edit Post

Haha, that thing looks too cool! Would it really be 30" scale like a bass/baritone? Is that what the "baryton" name refers to? If I could redisign my doubleneck, I would make the fretless bass be 30" scale and the baritone a bit shorter.

Yesterday I had a fleeting realization that maybe someday I actually could get a custom if I start putting away money - scary yet tantalizing thought!

(Message edited by hieronymous on September 13, 2008)
rami
Senior Member
Username: rami

Post Number: 847
Registered: 6-2002
Posted on Saturday, September 13, 2008 - 10:11 am:   Edit Post

I think at this point that it would have the same scale length as the Tribute guitar. I like the sweet shimmering sound of a 12 string. Also, the inherent neck-dive of a doubleneck makes it quite a handful to play while standing, so I think that going to baritone scale or Bass wouldn't be practical. As much as I LOVE the look and potential of a doubleneck Bass, It's looking less and less practical and more an exercise in guitar/Bass art.
I'll just keep dreaming... for now.
rob_the_fiend
Member
Username: rob_the_fiend

Post Number: 73
Registered: 10-2007
Posted on Wednesday, September 24, 2008 - 11:53 am:   Edit Post

As I have almost no idea about music whatsoever, my spelling can sometimes be a little off.

Maybe this will balance better. (note correct spelling)

bariton
rami
Senior Member
Username: rami

Post Number: 852
Registered: 6-2002
Posted on Wednesday, September 24, 2008 - 3:10 pm:   Edit Post

Wow Rob...

That's just beautiful. You may not be a musician, but you're definitely an artist.

:-)
richbass939
Senior Member
Username: richbass939

Post Number: 990
Registered: 11-2004
Posted on Saturday, October 11, 2008 - 3:14 pm:   Edit Post

Rami, I don't remember hearing you talk about guitars before. Are you also a guitarist? Have an incredible collection of guitars as well as basses?
Rich
rami
Senior Member
Username: rami

Post Number: 856
Registered: 6-2002
Posted on Saturday, October 11, 2008 - 7:08 pm:   Edit Post

Hey Rich,

No, I'm definitely no guitarist. I must admit to being intrigued by them lately though. And I've started teaching myself a bit. After learning "J.S. Bach for Bass", I've tried some of those pieces on a guitar and I just love the sound. I get funny looks from guitarists who hear me play that. Playing Bass has given me a greater appreciation for other instruments as well.
I'm trying (and hoping) NOT to become a crazy guitar collector. An Alembic doubleneck should satisfy any and all guitar urges nicely.....

:-)
hieronymous
Senior Member
Username: hieronymous

Post Number: 445
Registered: 1-2005
Posted on Sunday, October 12, 2008 - 7:39 am:   Edit Post

Starting to collect guitars would definitely open the floodgates! That's part of the reason that I made a conscious decision a few years ago to NOT play guitar and focus on bass-style instruments - which allows for baritones of course! (I'm not going to mention keyboards...)
rami
Senior Member
Username: rami

Post Number: 859
Registered: 6-2002
Posted on Monday, October 13, 2008 - 7:54 am:   Edit Post

I think it's important to explore different instruments. It makes you more rounded as a musician and gives you more perspective. Here in Canada, we have an arts channel called BRAVO. They have a program I really enjoy where they showcase soloists who play multiple instruments. These are accomplished professional top notch musicians who are nothing short of incredible.

:-)
cozmik_cowboy
Advanced Member
Username: cozmik_cowboy

Post Number: 361
Registered: 10-2006
Posted on Monday, October 13, 2008 - 7:59 am:   Edit Post

We have Bravo here, too, Rami, but I've mever seen that program - what's it's name? Sounds worth a watch.

Peter
rami
Senior Member
Username: rami

Post Number: 860
Registered: 6-2002
Posted on Monday, October 13, 2008 - 8:48 am:   Edit Post

Hey Peter,

It's called "Solos: the Jazz Sessions" It's on Thursday mornings at 9:30 am. Check the website for the full schedule and details:

www.bravo.ca

This week they're featuring guitarist John Abercrombie. I can't wait!

:-)

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