| Author | Message | ||
| flaxattack
Senior Member Username: flaxattack Post Number: 961 Registered: 4-2004 |
well what can i say? not something one wants to find on their bass EVER....but i already spoke to val and we'll pack him up and ship him back for repair and refinish after i get my tribute bass... for those who might remember they had aweful wet/humidity problems when the wolf was finishing off and had issues getting the finish to stop absorbing onto the wood- so i dont know if this is a result of drying,shrinkage or whatever interesting how that one depression is almost perfectly symetrical...  | ||
| byoung
Intermediate Member Username: byoung Post Number: 200 Registered: 12-2004 |
Ouch. What's with all the breakages lately? Broken necks, finish wigging out, etc. Makes me want to go have a good cry.  | ||
| lbpesq
Senior Member Username: lbpesq Post Number: 946 Registered: 7-2004 |
Wolf hate NY. Wolf love California. Wolf find way to go back to California. Man smart, Wolf smarter. Seriously, though, I feel for you Jeff. After all the time it took to finish her, you finally get her and then she has to go back. Bummer. At least you can console yourself in knowing that, unlike many other manufacturers, Alembic won't give you any problem, resistance, or grief when it comes to standing behind their work. I'm sure Susan, Mica, Mary, and the boys will do a bang up job in making her right again. Bill, tgo | ||
| flaxattack
Senior Member Username: flaxattack Post Number: 962 Registered: 4-2004 |
wolf know alembic gooooooooood.... wolf will find way home and be good like new...... lol | ||
| kmh364
Senior Member Username: kmh364 Post Number: 1703 Registered: 9-2003 |
Sorry to hear (see) that, Flax. It'll take some time, but Alembic will get the 'Wolf back up and runnin', and probably better than ever. | ||
| the_8_string_king
Member Username: the_8_string_king Post Number: 76 Registered: 9-2005 |
Hey Jeff, I'm sorry you've gotta send the Wolf back for maintainance, what a drag. You might consider taking advantage of it to upgrade to 3 position Q switches... 0/4/8 is much more versatile than the 0/8 2 position switches... the 4 db option is a very useful in-between option. | ||
| 811952
Senior Member Username: 811952 Post Number: 658 Registered: 10-2003 |
Jeff, At least Mom gets to see the kid again for a bit. ;) I thought the Q switches were 0/6/12 db? Mark has a point - you'll love the extra versatility. John | ||
| bsee
Senior Member Username: bsee Post Number: 989 Registered: 3-2004 |
It must suck to have to see that happen to your baby and you have my best wishes for a full and speedy recovery. As I recall, the Q switches are as follows: 2-position: 0 / +8dB 3-position: 0 / +6dB / +9dB CVQ: 0 -> +15dB no switch: +8dB Barring custom orders, that is. Personally, I would have liked to try something like a 0/6/12 or 0/8/12. I decided against that customization as it would have required Ron's direct involvement. I didn't expect the return to justify either waiting for Ron's bench time or taking his time away from working on Series instruments for the rest of you. -Bob | ||
| jalevinemd
Advanced Member Username: jalevinemd Post Number: 327 Registered: 12-2003 |
Jeff, Sorry about the Wolf. At least you'll have something new to take your mind off its absence. Once you get used to your own custom, it's almost impossible to live without it. I brought the Little Bear in to a guy for a lube and oil and did it while I was out of town because I didn't want to look at its empty stand every night. Regards, Jonathan | ||
| flaxattack
Senior Member Username: flaxattack Post Number: 963 Registered: 4-2004 |
im customed out......... this is a total frkn bummer.... changing q switches is about the furthest thing from my mind right now.... having to think about it shipping coast to coast and back, then the wait to have it repaired... and who knows how long that will take,,,,,,, lets just say i aint too happy right now.... | ||
| adriaan
Senior Member Username: adriaan Post Number: 751 Registered: 6-2002 |
I have a 0/3/6 dB Q switch on my Spoiler. I found the standard 8 dB too harsh for my liking, and am now finding myself not even using the 6 dB position. Anyway, different Q values require a fairly simple modification, and from what I understand Ron only does a quick check after the work has been done by one of the regular staff. My wild idea for a 0/1/2/3/4/5/6 ... dB rotary switch (not a true CVQ, but fixed steps) was on the waiting list for Ron's benchtime for a while, as it required his expertise - well, I bailed out ... but the cost estimate for that rotary Q was actually surprisingly low! So when someday I do order that custom with Signature electronics ... | ||
| palembic
Senior Member Username: palembic Post Number: 2266 Registered: 9-2002 |
Mmm ...I like that rotary idea too. IFF I remember well our Brother Rory is now up to something like that. Paul | ||
| jacko
Senior Member Username: jacko Post Number: 503 Registered: 10-2002 |
Hey Jeff, Sorry to hear about the wolf. I'm sure the folks back home will have him sorted and sent back in no time. Meanwhile, just kick back, drink some beers and play on that NS upright. Graeme | ||
| flaxattack
Senior Member Username: flaxattack Post Number: 965 Registered: 4-2004 |
thanks bud its comin to the gig tmrw night with bill lpesq | ||
| lbpesq
Senior Member Username: lbpesq Post Number: 955 Registered: 7-2004 |
Hey Flax: It's a little after 5 a.m. here and I'm getting up to make a 7:40 flight. I'm bringing the Wolf some good California vibe. Unfortunately, having checked the weather, I wish I could bring some good California warmth! LOL. Bill, tgo | ||
| the_8_string_king
Member Username: the_8_string_king Post Number: 78 Registered: 9-2005 |
Hey Jeff, I totally dig how bummed you are, and I feel for you, man. I was just trying to come up with something positive that might be an opportunity to do something really cool; given the harsh reality that you'll be without for a while, it could be something that would make it EXTRA awesome when it gets back. It's a philosophical thing, trying to view this negative thing as an opportunity for something positive, and in this way, it's not as bad. Anyway, I don't wanna risk getting you riled, so I'll just say my understanding is it's a relatively inexpensive upgrade, and the 4 db setting option I have (2 toggles give me 0/4/8/12 dbs of Q) is VERY useful, perhaps my most used/preferred Q setting. I think you'd really dig it. Again, my sympathies, but it'll be okay. You'll get the beast back, better than ever. At least the necks not broken or it's been drowned in a hurricane. But it's a huge bummer of course, and my heart goes out to you. | ||
| the_8_string_king
Member Username: the_8_string_king Post Number: 79 Registered: 9-2005 |
By the way, guys, I think the idea of a multi-position rotary Q switch is a cool idea. When I got my custom commissioned, I thought about using their 4 position switch (the pickup selector) for a 0/4/8/12 db Q selector; but I eventually opted to use two 3-position toggles (per pickup). One of them chooses between: filter off/filter on without Q/filter on with Q, and the other selects 4 or 8 or 12 dbs of Q. I have to say this is, if not perfect, close to it. I can instantly flip 2 toggles to incrementally move from no Q to a slight Q to a moderate Q to a strong Q. 99% of the time, the 4 or 8 db Q is perfect, but occaissionally I'll use the full 12 dbs -or the opposite, use no Q. It works extremely well; it's very simple AND very versatile. However, I think a 6 position rotary Q (0/3/6/9/12/15) would be perfect. You wouldn't miss the "in-betweens". For example, a 1 dbs Q would be nearly indistiguishable from 0 db Q, just as 2 dbs Q would be nearly indistinguishable from 3 dbs of Q. | ||
| flaxattack
Senior Member Username: flaxattack Post Number: 971 Registered: 4-2004 |
cmon if you had 6 rotary.. you;d be fn with the bass instead of playing it........... spoke with mica yesterday on the inlay. They are really concerned and befuddled as this has never happened before. i feel bad that james is beside himself on this problem,as is susan etc. james is the quiet guy, he does so much and gets little recognition in this site been assured of a quick turn, however if the problem spreads, they want it back immediately.. i do have 2 other 5 strings | ||
| jacko
Senior Member Username: jacko Post Number: 506 Registered: 10-2002 |
Mark. I'm pretty sure Jeff spent alot of time and put alot of thought into what functions went onto the wolf before Alembic put chisel to wood and unless he has found something 'missing' in the few months he's had the bass i doubt very much if he'd see any need to change what he already considers to be right for him. Jeff - as ever, my thoughts are with you Graeme | ||
| flaxattack
Senior Member Username: flaxattack Post Number: 972 Registered: 4-2004 |
i want an implant so the bass can react to my thoughts....... | ||
| lbpesq
Senior Member Username: lbpesq Post Number: 957 Registered: 7-2004 |
Isn't it the other way around? I had a girlfriend who had implants and my thoughts reacted to her! LOL See you tonight, Flax. Bill, tgo | ||
| jacko
Senior Member Username: jacko Post Number: 507 Registered: 10-2002 |
LoL!! You guys have a good jam session and make sure you post some pictures. graeme | ||
| davehouck
Moderator Username: davehouck Post Number: 3174 Registered: 5-2002 |
Pictures! Bang, bang, bang! | ||
| jacko
Senior Member Username: jacko Post Number: 508 Registered: 10-2002 |
That you practicing to become Belgian dave? Graeme | ||
| davehouck
Moderator Username: davehouck Post Number: 3177 Registered: 5-2002 |
Spilled coffee everywhere! I think it's supposed to be empty first. Guess I need more practice. Maybe there's an instructional video. | ||
| palembic
Senior Member Username: palembic Post Number: 2270 Registered: 9-2002 |
The nicest "bangs" are with empty beer bottles on cosy bar tables with a bunch of good-hearted friends! Keep on practicing ...keep on practicing!! Paul TBO | ||
| davehouck
Moderator Username: davehouck Post Number: 3179 Registered: 5-2002 |
I'm guessing that wood bar tables produce the best tone. | ||
| palembic
Senior Member Username: palembic Post Number: 2271 Registered: 9-2002 |
Yep ...ebony laminated with a vermillion extra | ||
| the_8_string_king
Member Username: the_8_string_king Post Number: 80 Registered: 9-2005 |
Bill, that comment was hysterically funny and clever!!! LOL, etc! Jeff, Graeme... no disrespect intended gentlemen... it was just a thought. And I'm sure that Jeff knows what he's doing. I thought to mention the 3-position Q out of good intentions, as there is tremendous benefit and no downside (other than a couple $) for the upgrade. A few years ago, I had something pretty expensive (a Lightning P-38 recumbent bicycle with customizations) which had to be sent back to the factory, and though I had another super-cool bike to "ride me through", I was tremendously bummed. A friend asked if there was anyway I could take advantage of it, any way I could benefit from the situation, and it occurred to me there was. I'm glad my friend brought it to my attention, since it let me have them upgrade my bike (a cheap and cool customization that increased the gearing range of my bike), and I thought that perhaps the same thought/idea might have value to you. That's all. I don't mean to be presumptuous, and I'm not trying to sell you on anything. The Wolf is a masterpiece, and all that matters is what you think. Best of wishes, and I'll be hoping that the fine folks at Alembic are able to diagnose and correct the issue with the minimum heartache possible for all concerned. | ||
| beelee
Intermediate Member Username: beelee Post Number: 163 Registered: 11-2004 |
Don't feel bad Jeff, after only having it for close to 2 months my brand new Triple O has to be sent back, I took it out of its case on sunday and noticed about 6 hairline splits forming in the fretboard around the 18th to 24th frets, so needless to say I'm not very pleased. -Beelee |
