| Author | Message | ||
| lbpesq
Intermediate Member Username: lbpesq Post Number: 141 Registered: 7-2004 |
Rami: It almost sounds like a super PRS-type set up. Just think about whether you will need to change on the fly. A 7-way rotary might take a little more attention than one can give it during a song. I know my 5-position rotary on my CE24 is not conducive to changes mid-song. I think it might help to at least have a chicken-head knob. But what do I know about bass? I'm Bill, the guitar one | ||
| mica
Moderator Username: mica Post Number: 2076 Registered: 6-2000 |
Here's the pickups in spray:  The control layout will be somewhat limited since we only have one backplate on this bass. The preamp card will be mounted to the backplate, and that limits the size of the components underneath. | ||
| palembic
Senior Member Username: palembic Post Number: 1757 Registered: 9-2002 |
***sigh*** the moment we all think "YESSSSSSSSSSS ...the Alembicians are going to give birth at last of that Rami wonder. HA ....nope ....what do you get??? Brother Rami just gets another wild idea delaying the labour for about 6 months again. Oh well ...I guess he's pushing our bouderies a little further. Paul the bad one | ||
| dnburgess
Advanced Member Username: dnburgess Post Number: 335 Registered: 1-2003 |
Rami - I love that mode selector concept - will think about it when I get 'round to building the Baby Dragon. How about an "off" setting as well? David B. | ||
| rami
Senior Member Username: rami Post Number: 407 Registered: 6-2002 |
Sorry Paul, I couldn't resist the urge to bring that idea up any longer. Another thread about audiophiles got me to look closer at my old McIntosh amp. That's when I remembered the parallel between McIntosh and Alembic - innovation in design and electronics. It may delay the birth of the "Black Byrd", but since it'll probably be a while before I contemplate another, it's still worth it. And Who knows? It may not even be feasible in the end. Until it's done, it's still just an idea. I'll leave the "off" setting to the power supply. Rami (Message edited by rami on November 11, 2004) | ||
| kmh364
Senior Member Username: kmh364 Post Number: 674 Registered: 9-2003 |
You mean I started more sh*t with my stupid audiophile thread? LOL! Go for it, Rami! A wise man once told me: "it's only money and you'll make more", LOL! | ||
| rami
Senior Member Username: rami Post Number: 408 Registered: 6-2002 |
See Kevin? It's thanks to YOU that I got this weird idea! Think of it as your contribution. Now I have someone ELSE to blame for the delay!!! (Just kidding) | ||
| kmh364
Senior Member Username: kmh364 Post Number: 680 Registered: 9-2003 |
All the good things in life are worth waiting for...Ah, what the hell, blame me...everyone else does, LOL! | ||
| rami
Senior Member Username: rami Post Number: 412 Registered: 6-2002 |
Hi Mica, Any news on ET & DP shipping out yet? | ||
| mint_bass
Intermediate Member Username: mint_bass Post Number: 191 Registered: 1-2004 |
hi I cant wait to see this one rami i love the wooden pickup covers i love dark woods as much as you and am looking forward to one day getting my very own custom Alembic. I like the idea cof having a mode selecter swich and think it would be cool to have an off setting on it so you can try things like Blasko from Rob Zombie and Tom Morrello from audioslave who rapidly switch it on and off to gain a shimmery effect. i cant wait to see the completed pictures Andrew (Message edited by mint bass on November 17, 2004) | ||
| rami
Senior Member Username: rami Post Number: 413 Registered: 6-2002 |
Thanks for the kind words Andrew. I CAN'T WAIT EITHER!!!!! My problem with the OFF or Standby mode is that if it were put on the MODE selector, I'd have to jump through several positions to get to it. It was always something I never liked on my current Series II, because it's on the same switch as the pickup selector. Any OFF/Standby would have to be a separate two way switch that wouldn't change any control settings along the way. For this one, I don't think that amidst all the beautiful ebony knobs that a switch would fit in with the look. So I'll just leave it for the power supply. By the way, I'm a HUGE Audioslave fan. I love everything that Chris Cornell ever did, from his days with Soundgarden, his solo stuff, and with Audioslave. He's a true genius. | ||
| rami
Senior Member Username: rami Post Number: 423 Registered: 6-2002 |
Hi Mica, Have the twins left yet??? | ||
| palembic
Senior Member Username: palembic Post Number: 1795 Registered: 9-2002 |
Nope ...I think they went for a drink at the bar downtown PTBO hehehehehe | ||
| mica
Moderator Username: mica Post Number: 2140 Registered: 6-2000 |
Rami already knows this, but the twins are on their way home. Hopefully customs won't try to keep them around too long. Can't wait for you to see the new pickup finish (hint: if you like the way Valentino's looks, you will not be disappointed). | ||
| rami
Senior Member Username: rami Post Number: 424 Registered: 6-2002 |
Thanks Mica! Valentino's Bass has got to be THE most stunning Bass I have EVER seen! WOW!!! | ||
| flaxattack
Advanced Member Username: flaxattack Post Number: 271 Registered: 4-2004 |
rami- how come i get the feeling your nose is pressed against the gates at heathrow? sounds sweet | ||
| palembic
Senior Member Username: palembic Post Number: 1800 Registered: 9-2002 |
Oooops ...I didn't know you were UK based Rami, the island in the 'middle' of the pond. Mmmmm ...a visit to the Rami Alembic Collection is in my reach. PTBO | ||
| jacko
Member Username: jacko Post Number: 54 Registered: 10-2002 |
Hey rami. I hadn't realised you were here in the uk either. Anywhere near Edinburgh? If you're ever passing give me a call and we could get together to talk 'alembic'. graeme | ||
| rami
Senior Member Username: rami Post Number: 425 Registered: 6-2002 |
Actually guys, I live in Montreal (Canada). I've been to England many times and I absolutely LOVE it. I would even consider living there permanently. I was in London this past summer and had the time of my life. I met the nicest, friendliest people ever. The greatest cosmopolitan city in the world. I'll definitely be back! Rami | ||
| jacko
Member Username: jacko Post Number: 55 Registered: 10-2002 |
Ha! our mistake. Who mentioned heathrow? My mums best friend lives in Montreal . London road of all places graeme | ||
| palembic
Senior Member Username: palembic Post Number: 1801 Registered: 9-2002 |
Hoh ...uhuh... Brother Jeff spoke about Heathrow. Now ...maybe there is a Heathrow in Montreal???? Na-ah! Ok ...no visit to the Rami Alembic Memorial Center in the near future. PTBO | ||
| flaxattack
Advanced Member Username: flaxattack Post Number: 272 Registered: 4-2004 |
ok so i guessed.... there was no info in rami's profile shoot me with a turkey gun lol i love montreal my second fav city | ||
| smokin_dave
Advanced Member Username: smokin_dave Post Number: 205 Registered: 10-2002 |
Me too.I LOVE Montreal.I've played there a few times and Steve's Music is one of the best music stores I've been to. | ||
| rami
Senior Member Username: rami Post Number: 426 Registered: 6-2002 |
Hi Mica, Any more news on BB? I'd love to see it's layout. Thanks, Rami | ||
| palembic
Senior Member Username: palembic Post Number: 1811 Registered: 9-2002 |
Brother RAmi, did the twins made it out of the bar to Montreal your place??? How are they? Are you happy? You forgot about the rest of your collection now temporarily?? Is Brigitte Bardot coming too??? What IS IT That you exactly collect?? We thought it were Alembics and basses?? Paul the bad one | ||
| rami
Senior Member Username: rami Post Number: 427 Registered: 6-2002 |
Dark Prince and Evil Twin arrived last week, safe and sound. They are PERFECT! They (Especially Dark Prince) actually looked better than when I first recieved them in '02. The finish has so much more depth. I had the same reaction when I opened their cases as the first time I ever saw them. They are back to their former glory. Thanks Mica! Rami | ||
| palembic
Senior Member Username: palembic Post Number: 1813 Registered: 9-2002 |
hm ...uh ...maybe ...once ...pictures ...or is it actually the same look as when they were Custom of the month?http://www.alembic.com/info/fc_rami.html Paul the bad one | ||
| jeff
Member Username: jeff Post Number: 83 Registered: 12-2003 |
Rami, Ditto on brother Paul's request for pictures. We are anxious to see the beauties again! Jeff. | ||
| rami
Senior Member Username: rami Post Number: 428 Registered: 6-2002 |
I don't know if the el-cheapo-single-use cameras that I've been using will really show the difference in the new finish. They look very much as they did when featured, but now the finish on Dark Prince's pickups and knobs is a deep lusterous (I love that word) gloss instead of the matte finish they had before. Check out Valentino's custom bass and you'll see what I mean. Also, the finish quality is much better. It's perfectly even and so, so deep; like a true show quality work of art. I'll take a few pictures and see how they turn out. Rami | ||
| keavin
Senior Member Username: keavin Post Number: 528 Registered: 12-2002 |
how dare you use cheap cameras on such expensive works of art! |
