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geepee
Junior
Username: geepee

Post Number: 27
Registered: 7-2015
Posted on Saturday, April 09, 2016 - 9:29 am:   Edit Post

New to me. It plays beautifully.
It's not quite perfect yet though. 2 of the machine screws that hold the PCB to the back cavity plate are missing and 2 wood screws that hold the cavity plate on are also missing. It doesn't have threaded inserts in the body in this location.

Does anyone know offhand what size and thread the PCB screws should be? I'm thinking #4 or #6 Philips stainless csk 3/8 length.

I dont have anything that fits.




And one with its younger sister.
rv_bass
Junior
Username: rv_bass

Post Number: 27
Registered: 8-2014
Posted on Saturday, April 09, 2016 - 11:14 am:   Edit Post

Wow, that's very nice, what year is it? You've got a nice collection started! :-)
geepee
Junior
Username: geepee

Post Number: 28
Registered: 7-2015
Posted on Saturday, April 09, 2016 - 11:44 am:   Edit Post

It's a 1981. Amazing that there is 33 years between these two instruments yet the quality of both is the same. Absolutely superb.
stephenr
Advanced Member
Username: stephenr

Post Number: 214
Registered: 9-2014
Posted on Saturday, April 09, 2016 - 12:38 pm:   Edit Post

Two great looking basses, especially nice looking piece of bubinga. If you call Alembic they will send you the replacement screws you need.
enzo
Senior Member
Username: enzo

Post Number: 575
Registered: 4-2009
Posted on Saturday, April 09, 2016 - 1:10 pm:   Edit Post

Oh my! What a combo!
geepee
Junior
Username: geepee

Post Number: 29
Registered: 7-2015
Posted on Saturday, April 09, 2016 - 1:50 pm:   Edit Post

It's a killer combo yes!
The 1981 has a killer tone! I'll be using it for my Switzerland tour this summer. It's all very very exciting!!!

I hope you enjoy my new video done with the series 1! It's a Tower of Power funky tune!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zEJQ5duc7Qs
jazzyvee
Senior Member
Username: jazzyvee

Post Number: 4981
Registered: 6-2002
Posted on Saturday, April 09, 2016 - 4:01 pm:   Edit Post

Great new bass you have there. I also bought a 1981 short scale series I bass recently.
sonicus
Senior Member
Username: sonicus

Post Number: 4873
Registered: 5-2009
Posted on Saturday, April 09, 2016 - 4:38 pm:   Edit Post

A very nice bass . I have a 1981 Series I medium scale standard point that I love . She is also in Bubinga.
mtjam
Advanced Member
Username: mtjam

Post Number: 373
Registered: 11-2011
Posted on Saturday, April 09, 2016 - 4:42 pm:   Edit Post

Great bass! Welcome to the class of 81. I also have a medium scale standard point Series 1 (with purpleheart top and back laminates). Enjoy!
mtjam
Advanced Member
Username: mtjam

Post Number: 374
Registered: 11-2011
Posted on Saturday, April 09, 2016 - 4:42 pm:   Edit Post

Great bass! Welcome to the class of 81. I also have a medium scale standard point Series 1 (with purpleheart top and back laminates). Enjoy!
fc_spoiler
Senior Member
Username: fc_spoiler

Post Number: 1893
Registered: 5-2006
Posted on Saturday, April 09, 2016 - 4:49 pm:   Edit Post

Yep, extremely awesome duo!
And also in the right hands, sounds great! :-)
geepee
Junior
Username: geepee

Post Number: 30
Registered: 7-2015
Posted on Sunday, April 10, 2016 - 7:12 am:   Edit Post

Thanks everybody, it really sounds great! Only problem is it suffers from 'neck dive' due to its small body. However, my father has a plan, he's going to add an arm that comes out to about the 12th fret. It will extend from the body. It's all a bit vague so I will upload a photo when done, it might be while though. This won't effect anything cosmetically on the bass so that's good! It will effectively work like a Balance K bass and sit perfectly on my body, meaning I'll be able to let go of the neck ahaha!

Glad you enjoyed the video! More to come soon!

Other than that though, it's absolutely perfect.
geepee
Junior
Username: geepee

Post Number: 31
Registered: 7-2015
Posted on Sunday, April 10, 2016 - 7:32 am:   Edit Post

Thanks everybody, it really sounds great! Only problem is it suffers from 'neck dive' due to its small body. However, my father has a plan, he's going to add an arm that comes out to about the 12th fret. It will extend from the body. It's all a bit vague so I will upload a photo when done, it might be while though. This won't effect anything cosmetically on the bass so that's good! It will effectively work like a Balance K bass and sit perfectly on my body, meaning I'll be able to let go of the neck ahaha!

Glad you enjoyed the video! More to come soon!

Other than that though, it's absolutely perfect.
edwardofhuncote
Senior Member
Username: edwardofhuncote

Post Number: 932
Registered: 6-2014
Posted on Sunday, April 10, 2016 - 8:25 am:   Edit Post

I'll add my Congratulations & Compliments on your Series I George. That's a fine-looking instrument!

Regarding balance issues, there are a couple (illustrated) suggestions near the bottom of this thread: http://alembic.com/club/messages/395/221860.html?1447961168
elwoodblue
Senior Member
Username: elwoodblue

Post Number: 1877
Registered: 6-2002
Posted on Sunday, April 10, 2016 - 1:22 pm:   Edit Post

on occasion I see the aftermarket strap extender for G&L basses



Can't wait to see what your dad comes up with.

Your new bass looks soooo nice, congrats!
cozmik_cowboy
Senior Member
Username: cozmik_cowboy

Post Number: 2033
Registered: 10-2006
Posted on Monday, April 11, 2016 - 3:55 am:   Edit Post

Before altering that beauty, try a wide suede strap.

Peter
geepee
Junior
Username: geepee

Post Number: 32
Registered: 7-2015
Posted on Monday, April 11, 2016 - 5:39 pm:   Edit Post

George's dad here.

Dont panic! The bass wont be altered in any way. It's far too precious to ruin with ill considered mods.

It does neck dive and the way it hangs means the reach to the lower frets is long which puts his wrist at a slightly awkward angle.

I have a nice little design that will be fixed using standard straplocks to the existing buttons. It will be made of carbon fibre so will be strong and light. It will stop the neck dive and shorten the reach for George to reduce the likelihood of wrist problems. It has to be comfortable or it won't get played. That would be a shame.

Phil.

(Message edited by geepee on April 11, 2016)
enzo
Senior Member
Username: enzo

Post Number: 576
Registered: 4-2009
Posted on Monday, April 11, 2016 - 6:03 pm:   Edit Post

Given the level of your previous mods on the power supply, can I say I'll be waiting anxiously? :-)
teo
Junior
Username: teo

Post Number: 37
Registered: 3-2010
Posted on Saturday, April 16, 2016 - 11:35 pm:   Edit Post

Hi, i have exactly same 32' model from 81 who s get a copy?
rv_bass
Junior
Username: rv_bass

Post Number: 39
Registered: 8-2014
Posted on Sunday, April 17, 2016 - 5:19 am:   Edit Post

Brilliant idea having the extender connect directly to the existing strap button/lock! You may consider making it adjustable with twist locks similar to hiking poles to allow for fine adjustment to the balance.

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