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mica
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Username: mica

Post Number: 2172
Registered: 6-2000
Posted on Wednesday, December 08, 2004 - 7:37 pm:   Edit Post

Hi Graeme.

There's not much to look at yet, but here's where you'll get to see the whole thing take form. Here's the very first part of your bass:

neck

peghead
jacko
Member
Username: jacko

Post Number: 71
Registered: 10-2002
Posted on Thursday, December 09, 2004 - 2:12 am:   Edit Post

Woo-Hoo, You've no idea how happy this has made me this morning. i'll probably spend most of the day just looking.
Only one thing Mica, shouldn't the title be Rogue for Graeme
flaxattack
Advanced Member
Username: flaxattack

Post Number: 287
Registered: 4-2004
Posted on Thursday, December 09, 2004 - 12:01 pm:   Edit Post

I KNOW THE FEELING JACKO- just got home and i am staring - all i could see last night was on my laptop
:-)
lothartu
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Username: lothartu

Post Number: 69
Registered: 8-2003
Posted on Friday, December 10, 2004 - 6:21 pm:   Edit Post

I'm hopeing to join the "Woo Hoo!" club myself soon.

So is this a 5 or a 6 Europa?

- Jim
jacko
Member
Username: jacko

Post Number: 72
Registered: 10-2002
Posted on Monday, December 13, 2004 - 1:15 am:   Edit Post

Jim.
As you can see from the title change, I'm getting a rogue - 5 string fretless with coco bolo top laminate and purpleheart neck laminates.

graeme
lothartu
Member
Username: lothartu

Post Number: 72
Registered: 8-2003
Posted on Monday, December 13, 2004 - 5:46 am:   Edit Post

Cool, it's definitly sounding like a CocoBolo christmas over at Alembic. I think I must be the only person getting a bass done that isn't going to be CB.

- Jim
mica
Moderator
Username: mica

Post Number: 2181
Registered: 6-2000
Posted on Wednesday, December 15, 2004 - 12:23 pm:   Edit Post

Nice to chat with you today. Here's that "weird" piece of Coco Bolo I was telling you about:

choice #1

Let me know if you like it.
jacko
Member
Username: jacko

Post Number: 73
Registered: 10-2002
Posted on Wednesday, December 15, 2004 - 12:57 pm:   Edit Post

looks fantastic Mica. Just the effect I was looking for - very 'different'. lets go ahead with this.

graeme

p.s. hope the move goes well
mica
Moderator
Username: mica

Post Number: 2184
Registered: 6-2000
Posted on Wednesday, December 15, 2004 - 5:35 pm:   Edit Post

Thanks! I'm glad you liked the top, it's really unusual, and dynamic. Bob was happy you shared his taste.
lbpesq
Intermediate Member
Username: lbpesq

Post Number: 190
Registered: 7-2004
Posted on Wednesday, December 15, 2004 - 6:13 pm:   Edit Post

WOW!!!! What an absolutely gorgeous piece of cocobolo!

Mica and/or Val:

Is there anymore like this? I'd be very interested in a piece like this for the back of my custom Further.

Bill, tgo
mica
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Username: mica

Post Number: 2190
Registered: 6-2000
Posted on Wednesday, December 15, 2004 - 6:51 pm:   Edit Post

One with the clamps in action:
peghead veneers

And that top is under the gluing caul:
in the press

Bill, we've always got weird wood around. Of course, no two pieces are ever the same, but I bet we've got something that has a similar "spirit" as this one. When are you going to be in Santa Rosa next?
jlpicard
Intermediate Member
Username: jlpicard

Post Number: 112
Registered: 7-2002
Posted on Sunday, December 19, 2004 - 2:08 pm:   Edit Post

Mica or Val, What a great piece of Coco! Is that picture oddly exposed or am I seeing lots of yellow in the grain? From past experience, what will the color of this board end up like after you shoot the finish? Will it be more toward the reddish-orange end of the spectrum? It seems like cocobolo changes color so much every time a picture is posted on the same project that it becomes difficult to make a decision based on what I see. One that comes to mind is Rory's cocobolo bass in that the first posting of the raw piece the wood appears dark brown yet when finished a beautiful deep reddish tone surfaces. I find that facinating but difficult to predict. I leave it in your expert hands. Mike
flaxattack
Advanced Member
Username: flaxattack

Post Number: 304
Registered: 4-2004
Posted on Sunday, December 19, 2004 - 6:22 pm:   Edit Post

wow- graeme you dog you=lol
what a nice piece of coco....
jacko
Member
Username: jacko

Post Number: 78
Registered: 10-2002
Posted on Monday, December 20, 2004 - 1:32 am:   Edit Post

ohhh yes! Can't wait to see it under some finish.
jacko
Member
Username: jacko

Post Number: 87
Registered: 10-2002
Posted on Wednesday, January 05, 2005 - 2:53 am:   Edit Post

hey Mica.
happy new year and I hope your move went well. Valentino mentioned that the fingerboard was almost finished. Any chance of some pictures to keep me motivated?

graeme
valvil
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Username: valvil

Post Number: 616
Registered: 7-2002
Posted on Wednesday, January 05, 2005 - 2:05 pm:   Edit Post

Mica is not here today; she will be in and out for the next few days because she is moving house; she just finished working on the featured custom yesterday. Hopefully she'll have time for some updates next week.

Valentino
jacko
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Username: jacko

Post Number: 88
Registered: 10-2002
Posted on Thursday, January 06, 2005 - 1:07 am:   Edit Post

No problem Val, thanks for the update.
flaxattack
Advanced Member
Username: flaxattack

Post Number: 310
Registered: 4-2004
Posted on Thursday, January 06, 2005 - 10:46 am:   Edit Post

take deep breathes graeme-
:-)
jacko
Member
Username: jacko

Post Number: 89
Registered: 10-2002
Posted on Friday, January 07, 2005 - 12:36 am:   Edit Post

Ha! you too jeff - looks like I'm not the only one who needs a fix ;-)
flaxattack
Advanced Member
Username: flaxattack

Post Number: 311
Registered: 4-2004
Posted on Friday, January 07, 2005 - 9:45 am:   Edit Post

oh yes,,,,, its true its true,.,,,,
shakin.,,,,
mica
Moderator
Username: mica

Post Number: 2210
Registered: 6-2000
Posted on Thursday, January 13, 2005 - 4:34 pm:   Edit Post

Just starting to get a little caught up here, but there's always so much to do, but that's a good problem to have.

Here's a couple of shots from last week in the finish department:

body in finish

peghead in finish

That wood really "popped" out with the finish.
palembic
Senior Member
Username: palembic

Post Number: 1878
Registered: 9-2002
Posted on Thursday, January 13, 2005 - 9:00 pm:   Edit Post

Now you HAVE to admit that the shape of the peghead REALLY matches the body.
NICE bass!!!

PTBO
jacko
Member
Username: jacko

Post Number: 93
Registered: 10-2002
Posted on Friday, January 14, 2005 - 12:59 am:   Edit Post

oooooh, what can I say. I've just sat and looked at this for about ten minutes. That wood certainly is fantastic and PTBO, you're right about the peghead. That's why I chose it although I still think my epic looks right with the cone ;-)
My boss is wondering if I'm going to do any work today. With this to stare at? He must be joking. Thanks Mica, you've certainly brightened up my day.
flaxattack
Advanced Member
Username: flaxattack

Post Number: 320
Registered: 4-2004
Posted on Friday, January 14, 2005 - 2:11 am:   Edit Post

JACKO
how'd you pass me by?
lol
looks sweet
mayber we'll ship together..
jacko
Member
Username: jacko

Post Number: 94
Registered: 10-2002
Posted on Friday, January 14, 2005 - 2:16 am:   Edit Post

jeff, it must be about 5 am where you are. Why aren't you asleep ;-)
Graham at bassworld was convinced he'd be able to collect it at NAMM on the 20th. I didn't think it was likely at first but you never know, Hope springs eternal..

(Message edited by jacko on January 14, 2005)
the_mule
Advanced Member
Username: the_mule

Post Number: 398
Registered: 1-2004
Posted on Friday, January 14, 2005 - 5:51 am:   Edit Post

Jeff, "it's a long way to the top if you wanna rock & roll", but luckily in this race "the winner" AND the loser "takes it all" LOL!

Beautiful Rogue, Graeme! That wood 'popped out' great, I love it when Coco Bolo is as clearly grained as that.

Truly the birth of a classic beauty...

Wilfred
flaxattack
Advanced Member
Username: flaxattack

Post Number: 322
Registered: 4-2004
Posted on Friday, January 14, 2005 - 8:17 am:   Edit Post

couldnt sleep my friend
i am first on susans drawing list for a tweaking of the wolf inlay design. the angst shall pass.... its all good- like mule says
there are no losers. we are all winners
jacko
Intermediate Member
Username: jacko

Post Number: 105
Registered: 10-2002
Posted on Monday, January 31, 2005 - 12:32 pm:   Edit Post

Hey Mica, How about posting those completed pictures you told me about? i've been drooling with anticipation ever since ;0-)

graeme
flaxattack
Advanced Member
Username: flaxattack

Post Number: 350
Registered: 4-2004
Posted on Monday, January 31, 2005 - 1:03 pm:   Edit Post

QUIT COMPLAINING! LMAO
jacko
Intermediate Member
Username: jacko

Post Number: 106
Registered: 10-2002
Posted on Monday, January 31, 2005 - 3:57 pm:   Edit Post

hell i'm not complaining jeff, just drooling. oh and by the way, STOP SHOUTING! ha!
flaxattack
Advanced Member
Username: flaxattack

Post Number: 351
Registered: 4-2004
Posted on Monday, January 31, 2005 - 4:21 pm:   Edit Post

grame
we are brothers on this journey
mica
Moderator
Username: mica

Post Number: 2238
Registered: 6-2000
Posted on Monday, January 31, 2005 - 4:58 pm:   Edit Post

Here's your bass, finished and hanging in the shipping room:

graeme's compleat

It's simply stunning.
rklisme
Intermediate Member
Username: rklisme

Post Number: 164
Registered: 5-2004
Posted on Monday, January 31, 2005 - 5:27 pm:   Edit Post

Wow, what a great looking instrument you should be one happy man! Enjoy.

Rory
flaxattack
Advanced Member
Username: flaxattack

Post Number: 352
Registered: 4-2004
Posted on Monday, January 31, 2005 - 6:54 pm:   Edit Post

wowwwwwwwww
i am so happy for you
its beautious
rover
Junior
Username: rover

Post Number: 12
Registered: 2-2003
Posted on Monday, January 31, 2005 - 7:58 pm:   Edit Post

Stunning. I love that wood. Congratulations.

Rob
jacko
Intermediate Member
Username: jacko

Post Number: 107
Registered: 10-2002
Posted on Tuesday, February 01, 2005 - 12:45 am:   Edit Post

Now that looks absolutely fantastic. The Coco Bolo has turned out just how I wanted and I love the lighter coloured mahogany, reminds me of honey Thanks ever so much Mica, you've certainly made my day. Only another couple of weeks and I'll be holding this beauty. Can hardly wait.

Graeme
jeff
Member
Username: jeff

Post Number: 97
Registered: 12-2003
Posted on Tuesday, February 01, 2005 - 6:07 am:   Edit Post

This beautiful piece of coco bolo appears to be melting. I also love the contrast between the darker and lighter sections of the wood. A very attractive bass overall. Congratulations Graeme.
davehouck
Senior Member
Username: davehouck

Post Number: 1295
Registered: 5-2002
Posted on Tuesday, February 01, 2005 - 6:14 am:   Edit Post

I like the contrast too; and I thought it was something other than mahogany.
jacko
Intermediate Member
Username: jacko

Post Number: 109
Registered: 10-2002
Posted on Tuesday, February 01, 2005 - 6:31 am:   Edit Post

I'd assumed it was mahogany as i didn't specify anything different but it is alot lighter than the body of my epic.

epic back

Perhaps Mica can confirm.
valvil
Moderator
Username: valvil

Post Number: 635
Registered: 7-2002
Posted on Tuesday, February 01, 2005 - 10:54 am:   Edit Post

It's mahogany. It will get darker over time.

Valentino
jacko
Intermediate Member
Username: jacko

Post Number: 116
Registered: 10-2002
Posted on Wednesday, February 16, 2005 - 3:24 am:   Edit Post

just got off the phone to the retailer. this beauty should be in my grubby mitts on friday.

graeme
lbpesq
Advanced Member
Username: lbpesq

Post Number: 321
Registered: 7-2004
Posted on Wednesday, February 16, 2005 - 7:19 am:   Edit Post

Graeme:

Take a few deep breaths AND GO WASH YOUR HANDS! (LOL).

Enjoy your new baby,

Bill, tgo
grateful
New
Username: grateful

Post Number: 9
Registered: 12-2004
Posted on Thursday, February 17, 2005 - 5:39 am:   Edit Post

Graeme:

She sure is a beauty: wishing you two a long, happy relationship!

Grateful, ago (another guitar one!)
jacko
Intermediate Member
Username: jacko

Post Number: 118
Registered: 10-2002
Posted on Friday, February 18, 2005 - 7:12 am:   Edit Post

She's arrived! Words can't express the joy I'm feeling right now. As good as Mica's pictures are, they can't compare to the real thing. in the scottish sunlight this afternoon, the cocobolo is glowing. I've tried taking some photos with my daughters digital but it's not very high quality so i'll get some on my 'real' camera and try to get them posted next week.

graeme
dmldds
Junior
Username: dmldds

Post Number: 21
Registered: 12-2004
Posted on Friday, February 18, 2005 - 8:20 am:   Edit Post

Graeme,

That is one beautiful bass....

Enjoy!

Regards,

DML
davehouck
Moderator
Username: davehouck

Post Number: 1383
Registered: 5-2002
Posted on Friday, February 18, 2005 - 9:50 am:   Edit Post

Congrats!!
jacko
Intermediate Member
Username: jacko

Post Number: 129
Registered: 10-2002
Posted on Saturday, March 12, 2005 - 10:29 am:   Edit Post

For anyone who's been watching this thread, I've finally got round to posting some pictures in the showcase section here..
http://alembic.com/club/messages/411/17164.html?1110651970

Graeme

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