| Author | Message | ||
| mica
Moderator Username: mica Post Number: 2221 Registered: 6-2000 |
Gold plating returned:  But I realized that we went continuous wood-crazy! The bridgeblock is covered with wood. If you want a solid brass one that's gold plated too, let me know and we'll make a second one. As for the electronics, we'll be putting that mode switch on the power supply so you can enjoy it with your order Series bass. Tony will be building the electronics for you on Friday, so I'll need to confirm if you want to have 2 volumes and a master or a pan / master arrangement before then. Hey, this Black Byrd is almost ready to fly! | ||
| rami
Senior Member Username: rami Post Number: 449 Registered: 6-2002 |
Wow! Mica, as usual, that's beyond words! Actually, we discussed the bridge block early on and I remember wanting it in solid brass (gold plated, of course!). Since a continuous piece of Mac Ebony has been cut out for it, I'd sure love to have it (separate from the Bass though). But I'd really prefer the brass bridge block on the Bass since it's purpose in life is all about sustain. Also, to confirm for the electronics, after much delibertion, I FINALLY settled on individual volume controls for each pickup. I promise you I won't change my mind again! Thanks again, Rami | ||
| mica
Moderator Username: mica Post Number: 2227 Registered: 6-2000 |
Okay - I'll ask Mike or James to make the larger block and you'll get both with the bass. The one that's on there now is solid brass, just has a MacEb cap on it (like the pickups). But one that's thicker will be more massive and more sustainy. Just to be extra confirmy - individual volumes I got. Do you want a master volume too? Gotta make sure before we go drilling holes y'know. | ||
| palembic
Senior Member Username: palembic Post Number: 1892 Registered: 9-2002 |
You know that I am bad and so I just try to spoil the party ...hehehehe. Have you considered to use other -heavier mote dense- material than solid brass? I thought there were experiments going on with Tungsten for instance??? Seen the level of detail and hidden features on this super-bass, I thought it could be a good option??? Faut pas t'énervé Rami ...ce n'est q'une idée. Je crois que Valentino et Bob -celui de San Fransisco- ont l'expérience. Paul le méchant | ||
| rami
Senior Member Username: rami Post Number: 450 Registered: 6-2002 |
Hey Mica, I guess I'm getting a little senile in my old age. I forgot that the bridge block would be under the Mac Ebony cap - like the pickups. For some reason I thought it would one or the other. I like the idea of what's there now. It's actually more unique. Let's keep it - as long as there's no risk to the ebony cap from the bridge load above it. If there's room for a master volume, let's go for it. It would be nice to be able to control the overall volume without changing the other settings. Thanks again - sorry for the mixup. I guess I'm forgetting some of the details as well. Rami | ||
| jeff
Member Username: jeff Post Number: 94 Registered: 12-2003 |
More "sustainy" says Mica. I think Webster will need to be notified that we have a new word for the English language! If I had to guess, Rami will always opt for more sustain on his bass, as he is King of Sustain. Can't wait to see the Black Byrd in finished form! | ||
| lbpesq
Advanced Member Username: lbpesq Post Number: 295 Registered: 7-2004 |
How about hooking up one of those Fernandes Sustainer units to a bass? Infinite sustainy! LOL "The Black Byrd?" Didn't Bogie tell us that "It's the stuff that dreams are made of?" Seems appropriate. Bill, tgo | ||
| mica
Moderator Username: mica Post Number: 2243 Registered: 6-2000 |
Talked the existing bridgeblock over with James. He shoed me that the decorative veneer is completely clear of the threaded area for the bridge height adjustment, so it won't be an issue. Also, I got lucky and caught James buffing out your bass:  | ||
| rami
Senior Member Username: rami Post Number: 451 Registered: 6-2002 |
That's really cool Mica! I think it's really great that we can still find new ideas for another Alembic first. Each one of my Basses HAS to have on it something that's never been done before. But I have to give credit where it's due - That continuous wood bridge block cover was your idea. I love it! Thanks, Rami (Message edited by Rami on February 03, 2005) | ||
| rami
Senior Member Username: rami Post Number: 454 Registered: 6-2002 |
Hi Mica, I was wondering if there are any new developments? Thanks, Rami | ||
| rami
Senior Member Username: rami Post Number: 461 Registered: 6-2002 |
Any update would be greatly appreciated. | ||
| mica
Moderator Username: mica Post Number: 2346 Registered: 6-2000 |
Dad's finishing up a repair for an ooooold seventies bass with Superfilters (don't worry dela, I will post pictures when it's done), then he'll be doing the upgrade on your bass and modifying the power supply with the stereo mode switch. He's going to email you today so you guys can go over the customizations and make sure we're all on the same page. | ||
| rami
Senior Member Username: rami Post Number: 462 Registered: 6-2002 |
Thanks Mica, That's all I needed. I just thought of that Mode selector as a tribute to my old McIntosh amp. It was made in '63 - now that's old! It was their first ever integrated amp. The MA230. Still sounds awesome. Rami (Message edited by Rami on March 11, 2005) | ||
| rami
Senior Member Username: rami Post Number: 476 Registered: 6-2002 |
Any updates? | ||
| mica
Moderator Username: mica Post Number: 2435 Registered: 6-2000 |
Your Black Byrd is sitting pretty, waiting in the line of Series II calibrations. I'm not sure how much longer it will be, especially since the 6-strings seem to be the most challenging. I'll let you know when it's on the bench and past the first hurdle, then we can actually make a time estimate. | ||
| rami
Senior Member Username: rami Post Number: 480 Registered: 6-2002 |
Hi Mica/Valentino, Any news about BB or DP? | ||
| mica
Moderator Username: mica Post Number: 2489 Registered: 6-2000 |
I'm pretty sure DP is ready to come home. I'll do an inspection on Monday (or perhaps Sunday) and let you know. There are still a few calibrations in front of BB, So I don't think it will get on the bench for another week or two. I will let you know when it's on the bench and what the first round indicates, that is, if dad thinks BB is an easy or hard one. The last 3 he did went amazingly fast, so let's hope for the best! | ||
| mica
Moderator Username: mica Post Number: 2500 Registered: 6-2000 |
Nope, I saw BB in the setup room and not DP. Bob says it will be out of spray in a couple of days. Since it will need to rest at least a week, perhaps the two will come home together shortly. | ||
| rami
Senior Member Username: rami Post Number: 485 Registered: 6-2002 |
Hi Mica/Val, I was wondering if there's any news? | ||
| mica
Moderator Username: mica Post Number: 2560 Registered: 6-2000 |
We packed up DP today, ready for the UPS truck tomorrow - so you'll be having a homecoming soon. | ||
| flaxattack
Senior Member Username: flaxattack Post Number: 514 Registered: 4-2004 |
CONGRATS RAMI!!!!!!!!!!!! MINES LEAVING THIS WEEK TOO | ||
| palembic
Senior Member Username: palembic Post Number: 2055 Registered: 9-2002 |
Rami frère, je n'ose pas le demandé mais ...ça y est??? C'est fait??? Elle/il est arrivé(e)???? ça "boume"??? PTBO | ||
| rami
Senior Member Username: rami Post Number: 490 Registered: 6-2002 |
PAS ENCORE!!! J'attends toujours! | ||
| rami
Senior Member Username: rami Post Number: 491 Registered: 6-2002 |
Hey Mica, I was wondering if you have any news about DP or BB. I waited for DP last week, yet it never arrived and nobody contacted me. | ||
| mica
Moderator Username: mica Post Number: 2583 Registered: 6-2000 |
Sorry about the miscommunication, the bass has shipped this afternoon (you will receive an automated email with the tracking details). I checked dad's schedule and it appears your bass has had the first round of calibrations, and he estimates he'll complete the process over the next 3-4 days. | ||
| rami
Senior Member Username: rami Post Number: 492 Registered: 6-2002 |
Hey Mica, DP arrived safe and sound today - thanks again. It was a particularly hot and humid day today. The UPS guy really earned his pay lugging it up my steps. Rami | ||
| the_mule
Senior Member Username: the_mule Post Number: 514 Registered: 1-2004 |
Great news Rami, the long wait finally (though partly) over. Please post some pictures of the Dark Prince when you have the chance. Wilfred | ||
| palembic
Senior Member Username: palembic Post Number: 2058 Registered: 9-2002 |
En route pour des nouvelles aventures ...en "Pays-basse". Well ...I've seen pictures of DP ...it's that BB that I getting keen on pictures of the finished thing. Eh bôf ...la patience ...la mantra des clients "custom". Paul tobo | ||
| 811952
Senior Member Username: 811952 Post Number: 439 Registered: 10-2003 |
Rami, I can feel the Earth shake from all the way over here in Indiana! Paul, It looks as though I'm going to be passing through Montreal on July 31st enroute to Nova Scotia (really). I guess I'll have to pack my stocking (and a back brace). Don't tell Rami... John | ||
| mica
Moderator Username: mica Post Number: 2656 Registered: 6-2000 |
It's officially done:  With all the catching up, I'm afraid this probably won't be shipping until next week. I'll email you off-club for shipping address and other details. |
