| Author | Message | ||
| mica
Moderator Username: mica Post Number: 4587 Registered: 6-2000 |
Here's the wood I was telling you about on the phone. These are successive slices from the same slab. For the top:  And for the back:  It's a little hard to see the outlines, so I've drawn a yellow indicator to show you where to look. I only traced the larger body half on each. Hope you like these - mom and I thought they would be perfect for your cool nordic bass. | ||
| berniek
New Username: berniek Post Number: 8 Registered: 5-2007 |
What happened to this bass? | ||
| mica
Moderator Username: mica Post Number: 4834 Registered: 6-2000 |
It's been quietly chugging through the shop. Here's where it was a couple of days ago:     | ||
| the_8_string_king
Senior Member Username: the_8_string_king Post Number: 840 Registered: 9-2005 |
WOW, this looks really great, and is going to look TOTALLY awesome when the finish hits!!! Buckeye's a GREAT looking wood, unsurpassed in appearance! You really designed a killer bass, sir!!! I've always been fond of Essence basses with the electronics package... the old "big things come in small packages" thing. Your bass is going to totally smoke, in looks, versatility of the electronics, and sound... the Ebony neck lams will blow you away. P.S. if you're not getting the 3 position Q switch, I recommend kicking out a couple bucks extra... the added versatility is considerable. The standard 8db Q setting is pretty strong... with a 3-position Q, you can get a softer setting in addition. The Signature Deluxe I just got has 3 position Q switches that go 0/6/9 dbs, like the Series I, which is really great! I look forward to seeing the finish hit your bass! | ||
| artswork99
Intermediate Member Username: artswork99 Post Number: 110 Registered: 7-2007 |
An incredible thing to do... watch the craftsmanship of Alembic using wonderful items from nature to make such gorgeous musical instruments. Enjoy it Roger! Thanks for the experience, Art | ||
| mele_aloha
Advanced Member Username: mele_aloha Post Number: 263 Registered: 1-2007 |
Looks like frikin "Granite"! Awesome!!!! I think I'd name it "El Capitan". P | ||
| mica
Moderator Username: mica Post Number: 5116 Registered: 6-2000 |
Any day now...    | ||
| briant
Intermediate Member Username: briant Post Number: 101 Registered: 12-2004 |
Oh. My. Lord. That is officially the most beautiful instrument I have ever seen. That is simply gorgeous. | ||
| davehouck
Moderator Username: davehouck Post Number: 6156 Registered: 5-2002 |
Pretty amazing! | ||
| jacko
Senior Member Username: jacko Post Number: 1627 Registered: 10-2002 |
I really do love these dark buckeye instruments once the finish hits them. The all ebony neck lams go really well too. Gives me lots of ideas ;-) Graeme | ||
| basstard
Intermediate Member Username: basstard Post Number: 155 Registered: 3-2003 |
Chrome hardware would be an obvious choice here, I think - it would match the colour perfectly! | ||
| briant
Intermediate Member Username: briant Post Number: 108 Registered: 12-2004 |
I come here every day now to look at this bass. | ||
| mica
Moderator Username: mica Post Number: 5233 Registered: 6-2000 |
Any day now...  | ||
| mica
Moderator Username: mica Post Number: 5259 Registered: 6-2000 |
Totally finished and arriving at your doorstep this Friday:  As I said on the phone, you'll be amazed at the wood in person. There is sooo much going on that these snapshots just can't reveal. Roger wanted me to relay his appreciation for the comments and feedback of the Club. He hasn't been able to set up an account yet, but that will probably change soon. | ||
| foth
Intermediate Member Username: foth Post Number: 176 Registered: 12-2004 |
Wow! That's really elegant! | ||
| jacko
Senior Member Username: jacko Post Number: 1727 Registered: 10-2002 |
Beautiful! the buckeye has a real 3d look, especally just above the controls - looks like it's been folded over. Incredible! Graeme | ||
| georgie_boy
Senior Member Username: georgie_boy Post Number: 460 Registered: 8-2005 |
Awesome!! Jacko was just saying to me last Saturday how much he likes the Buckeye Have to admit---so do I G | ||
| briant
Intermediate Member Username: briant Post Number: 169 Registered: 12-2004 |
That bass is going to make me order another custom. It is nothing short of amazing. | ||
| davehouck
Moderator Username: davehouck Post Number: 6450 Registered: 5-2002 |
Amazing! Congrats!! | ||
| 262632
New Username: 262632 Post Number: 1 Registered: 10-2008 |
Hello, Mica & Members Just a note to let everyone know my Essence turned out fabulous in every way! I've owed many one-offs including three Alembics that were very nice but the crew out did themselves one this one. When I ordered it I knew it would be the last bass I would have built (for health reasons) so I put much thought into the design and with Mica's guidance it turned out perfect. You don't see it in the pictures but there are blue LED's running up the left side of the fretless fingerboard. You should see and hear peoples reactions when I hit the LED switch!!! I wish I could post a pix of it but I haven't found anyone capable of taking the picture. Thanks to all of you for your support and suggestions during the build. Peace, Roger | ||
| psychicpet
New Username: psychicpet Post Number: 5 Registered: 1-2008 |
absolutely gorgeous bass Roger. and no doubt sounds even better. | ||
| 262632
New Username: 262632 Post Number: 2 Registered: 10-2008 |
Hey the_8_string king - just to let you know. I did upgrade to the Europa electronics to get the Q switch and quick tone change switches. Great suggestion. Thanks! (Message edited by 262632 on October 20, 2008) (Message edited by 262632 on October 20, 2008) | ||
| 262632
New Username: 262632 Post Number: 3 Registered: 10-2008 |
To everyone - Staff and club members-Once I held my bass and heard it's unique tones, I got sentimental and settled on an worthy name for it. "My Blue Moon" In honor of my high school sweetie, Lyn. Thanks for the best 37 years of my life. | ||
| davehouck
Moderator Username: davehouck Post Number: 7192 Registered: 5-2002 |
Congrats again, Roger; and I love the name! | ||
| 262632
Junior Username: 262632 Post Number: 21 Registered: 10-2008 |
Mica, The Truss rod cover is on it's way along with a cashier's check to cover the new one with my name and nickname engraved on it. I'll look here daily to see when you get it. Happy New Year! Regards, Roger |
