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dubalbal
Intermediate Member
Username: dubalbal
Post Number: 129
Registered: 10-2004
| | Posted on Friday, June 10, 2005 - 5:14 am: |  |
Thank's David ! ...it think that too ! |
grateful
Member
Username: grateful
Post Number: 82
Registered: 12-2004
| | Posted on Friday, June 10, 2005 - 5:52 am: | |
Hi Alain,
May I just say that I personally would never have a coloured finish as I wouldn't wish to hide any of the wood. That being said, I must say your bass is just about the prettiest I've ever seen. I can't think of a superlative adjective worthy of it: congratulations. (And you're already thinking of your next one: GAS in a BIG way: LOL)
Mark |
dubalbal
Intermediate Member
Username: dubalbal
Post Number: 130
Registered: 10-2004
| | Posted on Saturday, June 11, 2005 - 1:18 am: | |
Hi Mark ,
I agree with you , a so nice would should never be covered by any coloured finish...that's a perfect reason for me to buy a new one !!! LOL
Well , i hesitated a long time for the wineburst finish . I really do like that splendid colour thing going from yellow to dark red , i find this gorgeous ! On the other hand , i would have also prefer a quilted maple5a top but not with this quilt configuration . Ichoose this one because it has long " sausage " design that 's giving a kind of waves or flames that i found great with a coloured finish .
For a " regular " quilted5a with no finish on it , i would have choosen another type of quilt : http://store1.yimg.com/I/alembic_1848_16537648
This one is for me and by far , the most splendid type of quilted maple 5a i've ever seen .
So if i had the chance to rebuild one in the next few years , i 'd choose a " plain " quilt maple5a like this one .
I must also say that the result i saw on the last 3 pictures is for me really stunning and perfect , i do love that finish ...and i'd also love a blue one too : http://alembic.com/club/messages/631/13602.html?1107637847
...as you see , i'm getting " GAS " faster and faster , more and more everyday...
ALAIN |
dubalbal
Intermediate Member
Username: dubalbal
Post Number: 134
Registered: 10-2004
| | Posted on Wednesday, June 15, 2005 - 11:01 am: | |
Hi Mica ,
How are u doing ?
I know shipping is close and i only have one question : will it be possible to have some pics of the finished instrument with electronics and inlay , led's...?
I thank you very much for this !
ALAIN |
s_wood
Intermediate Member
Username: s_wood
Post Number: 142
Registered: 5-2002
| | Posted on Thursday, June 16, 2005 - 5:39 am: | |
What a beautiful bass! The sunburst finish really accents the amazing quilt maple top. Best of all, it will sound better than it looks. Cheers! |
dubalbal
Intermediate Member
Username: dubalbal
Post Number: 135
Registered: 10-2004
| | Posted on Monday, June 20, 2005 - 1:02 pm: | |
Hi Mica , Hi Val ,
Any " three's " series pictures available ...before shipping ?
Thank's for great work you all did !
ALAIN |
mica
Moderator
Username: mica
Post Number: 2548
Registered: 6-2000
| | Posted on Tuesday, June 21, 2005 - 11:28 pm: | |
Of course, Alain. These are three from last week I forgot to post:
Eeeeewwwww! Now you know how the glossy finish looks mid-rubout. That chalky appearance goes away once the buffing wheels kiss it.
Still with glue on them, and proud of the fingerboard surface, your "NN" inlays by Jonathon.
12th fret abalone oval with laser LEDs in place.
Look for more photos tomorrow or the next day of the finished bass. |
dubalbal
Intermediate Member
Username: dubalbal
Post Number: 137
Registered: 10-2004
| | Posted on Wednesday, June 22, 2005 - 2:48 am: | |
Hello Mica ,
WAOUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUW...that is really amazing ! Over and over ...far beyond expectations !!!
Simply terriffffffffiiiiiiccccc!!!!!!
No words to describe how i find this beautiful instrument and even less words to congratulate you and your so-great team for the magnificent job you did !
Thank's again Mica !
...and ...of course , i'll be watching tomorrow and the next day for final pics...anyway , i'm almost glued on my screen for 9 months so , i won't miss a part of it !
Best regards from Belgium and mega-giga-happy customer !
ALAIN |
mica
Moderator
Username: mica
Post Number: 2561
Registered: 6-2000
| | Posted on Monday, June 27, 2005 - 3:44 pm: | |
Your bass is probably at customs right now, Alain. Of course, you'll want a preview of the finished bass:
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palembic
Senior Member
Username: palembic
Post Number: 2048
Registered: 9-2002
| | Posted on Monday, June 27, 2005 - 4:04 pm: | |
gasp |
tom_z
Intermediate Member
Username: tom_z
Post Number: 152
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Monday, June 27, 2005 - 4:29 pm: | |
Wow! What a beauty! May it travel safely and arrive at your home soon.
Congratulations Alain!
Tom |
flaxattack
Senior Member
Username: flaxattack
Post Number: 515
Registered: 4-2004
| | Posted on Monday, June 27, 2005 - 5:34 pm: | |
wow
now that is the first painted bass i have seen that i want!
congrats alain |
byoung
Member
Username: byoung
Post Number: 98
Registered: 12-2004
| | Posted on Monday, June 27, 2005 - 6:05 pm: | |
Alain,
Seeing your bass is really weakening my willpower. Fantastic looking.
I'm always interested in extra switches and knobs; what do yours do?
Brad |
dubalbal
Intermediate Member
Username: dubalbal
Post Number: 143
Registered: 10-2004
| | Posted on Tuesday, June 28, 2005 - 12:08 am: | |
Hi Mica ,
Let me first thank you so much for what have been done to make my dream come true . I would also like to congratulate all your team ; that starts from the charming person who welcomes you on the phone ( mary i guess ) to every craftman for their skill and love of " the well done job " .
I would also like to thank with no reserve , your fantastic new ( not really new anymore ) specialist : VALENTINO !!! He's been so helpful and patient , never heard such a good source of perfect advices before ! Thank's again to all of you !
ALAIN
Hi Alembifriends ,
Thank's to you for the kind words . I also find this instrument awesome . It blows me up ! I don't know how they make such a great job at alembic's but they do it !!!
...regarding all the knobs ...well , i'd asked a dimmer + a 3 way position switch for led's ( front and side ) . I think they are just under the " standard " electronics of the seies 2 ...but i don't know what this little one close to the 5 pin connector is ? ...any suggestion ?
ALAIN |
jacko
Advanced Member
Username: jacko
Post Number: 241
Registered: 10-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, June 28, 2005 - 12:53 am: | |
Very nice Bass Alain. You're one lucky guy. Now where did I hide the kids' college funds?
graeme |
davehouck
Moderator
Username: davehouck
Post Number: 1960
Registered: 5-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, June 28, 2005 - 7:15 am: | |
Great bass!! My guess is that the extra switch may be a mono/stereo switch for the 1/4" jack. |
dubalbal
Intermediate Member
Username: dubalbal
Post Number: 144
Registered: 10-2004
| | Posted on Tuesday, June 28, 2005 - 2:16 pm: | |
Hi Dave ,
Is this switch common on series 2 ? For me it's ok , i'm glad to have it , but i thought it was there only if you ask it !?
Anyway , this won't change a thing to what i think : alembic's are sincerely and more than probably the most beautiful and sounding instruments ( basses ) i've heard...in one word the best ! Iknow there are plenty other brands that are also very good , so let's just say it's a matter of taste...even if i think they 're the best anyway !!! yeah !!!
ALAIN |
davehouck
Moderator
Username: davehouck
Post Number: 1963
Registered: 5-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, June 28, 2005 - 5:16 pm: | |
Alain; I'm thinking that you are right, that it's an option and not standard. |
jlpicard
Advanced Member
Username: jlpicard
Post Number: 217
Registered: 7-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, June 28, 2005 - 7:04 pm: | |
Never been a big fan of sunburst finishes over beautiful wood but MY GOD! Alembic certainly has a way of changing a persons mind with such artistry and style!!! |
dubalbal
Intermediate Member
Username: dubalbal
Post Number: 146
Registered: 10-2004
| | Posted on Wednesday, June 29, 2005 - 1:07 am: | |
Hi Mickael ,
Thank's ...i was wondering how it would look , but the result is there : gorgeous !
Hi Dave ,
Well , i don't remember i 've asked for that , but i'm happy to have it...will i hear a strong difference in my sound if i don't use sound effects ?
ALAIN |
dubalbal
Intermediate Member
Username: dubalbal
Post Number: 151
Registered: 10-2004
| | Posted on Friday, July 01, 2005 - 7:24 am: | |
Hi Mica ,
Just for information , i think an entire page of this thread with several pics of my bass with the wineburst colour has disapeared ...? Or my computer goes wrong ...anyway , if it's normal , could it be possible for you to send them back to me on my personal mail address ?
Thank's a lot .
ALAIN |
adriaan
Senior Member
Username: adriaan
Post Number: 580
Registered: 6-2002
| | Posted on Friday, July 01, 2005 - 8:11 am: | |
Alain,
Look at the top of the page: a moderator must have archived the messages you're referring to. There are currently two archives for this thread, and the second one probably holds the pictures you're looking for. |
dubalbal
Intermediate Member
Username: dubalbal
Post Number: 152
Registered: 10-2004
| | Posted on Friday, July 01, 2005 - 10:19 am: | |
Hi Adriaan ,
You're correct , i've been so many times on it ...i don't see 'em anymore...probably due to the " arrival" of my bass next week !!!!!!
Thanks
ALAIN |
davehouck
Moderator
Username: davehouck
Post Number: 1980
Registered: 5-2002
| | Posted on Sunday, July 03, 2005 - 7:33 am: | |
Rather than by a moderator, it was probably automatically archived by the software. |
the_mule
Senior Member
Username: the_mule
Post Number: 505
Registered: 1-2004
| | Posted on Sunday, July 03, 2005 - 9:37 am: | |
Hi Alain, is that your bass in the group picture on the website of Edwin's store (new arrivals)?
I'm going to check out his new Alembic stock (15!) a.s.a.p. that's for sure!
Wilfred |
dubalbal
Intermediate Member
Username: dubalbal
Post Number: 153
Registered: 10-2004
| | Posted on Sunday, July 03, 2005 - 1:38 pm: | |
Hi Wilfred ,
.....YYYYEEEEEAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHH THAT ' S HER !!!!!!!!!!!
I can't believe it ! I know now the surprise edwin was going to make for my birthday : 5 july !!!!!!
Thank's again Wilfried
ALAIN |
dubalbal
Intermediate Member
Username: dubalbal
Post Number: 157
Registered: 10-2004
| | Posted on Wednesday, July 13, 2005 - 12:04 pm: | |
Hi Everyone ,
Great place to be this next saturday : at edwin's shop ( holland ) : i'll go and pick up my bass ...sure going to be a delightful moment !
ALAIN |
pace
Intermediate Member
Username: pace
Post Number: 162
Registered: 4-2004
| | Posted on Thursday, July 14, 2005 - 8:28 pm: | |
Alain, Congrats!!!!!!
When I visited the factory last month, your bass was on the bench in rub-out...... Seeing the pics of it complete w/ electronics, hardware, strings, etc etc.. is a sight to behold!!!!! I am extremely happy for you & hope that this beauty brings you a lifetime of enjoyment...
-Mike |
bassman10096
Senior Member
Username: bassman10096
Post Number: 735
Registered: 7-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, July 14, 2005 - 8:39 pm: | |
Wow Alain! Very, very sweet bass. Hope you enjoy it lots for a long time. Play it in good health!
Bill |
dubalbal
Intermediate Member
Username: dubalbal
Post Number: 159
Registered: 10-2004
| | Posted on Wednesday, November 09, 2005 - 8:54 am: | |
Hi Folks , after a small hibernation period , i'm back...pics of my bass will be on the showcase section very soon now !
ALAIN |
kmh364
Senior Member
Username: kmh364
Post Number: 1218
Registered: 9-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, November 09, 2005 - 12:04 pm: | |
Very nice! |
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