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mica
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Username: mica

Post Number: 5538
Registered: 6-2000
Posted on Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 7:18 pm:   Edit Post

So smooth, it just slid on over to carving without me catching it first:
carving

carving

carving

It hasn't been carved yet, as you can see there's lots of wood to remove and sculpt. But it's already looking pretty!
dlbydgtl
Junior
Username: dlbydgtl

Post Number: 24
Registered: 7-2008
Posted on Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 7:55 pm:   Edit Post

WOW! Rosewood is beautiful...very cool. Thank you for the pictures!
john
funkyjazzjunky
Intermediate Member
Username: funkyjazzjunky

Post Number: 176
Registered: 5-2007
Posted on Friday, September 12, 2008 - 9:50 am:   Edit Post

That will be a spectacular bass. Love the Rosewood.
davehouck
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Username: davehouck

Post Number: 7028
Registered: 5-2002
Posted on Friday, September 12, 2008 - 8:50 pm:   Edit Post

Very nice Rosewood!!
mica
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Username: mica

Post Number: 5564
Registered: 6-2000
Posted on Tuesday, September 16, 2008 - 4:33 pm:   Edit Post

Now routed, and back in carving for the details:
carving

carving
dlbydgtl
Junior
Username: dlbydgtl

Post Number: 26
Registered: 7-2008
Posted on Tuesday, September 16, 2008 - 7:35 pm:   Edit Post

Sure is fun to watch..It's gonna be an awesome bass. Thanks for the pictures. john
eldiablo
Junior
Username: eldiablo

Post Number: 19
Registered: 3-2008
Posted on Tuesday, September 16, 2008 - 8:15 pm:   Edit Post

That laminate really shows off the detail of the carving, awesome. Shannon
mica
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Username: mica

Post Number: 5655
Registered: 6-2000
Posted on Wednesday, October 22, 2008 - 6:17 pm:   Edit Post

Just about ready for the rub out:
spray
dlbydgtl
Junior
Username: dlbydgtl

Post Number: 31
Registered: 7-2008
Posted on Wednesday, October 22, 2008 - 7:19 pm:   Edit Post

The Rosewood sure has a "rich" look. So glad i chose it. Thanks for the pictures. john
jazzyvee
Senior Member
Username: jazzyvee

Post Number: 1278
Registered: 6-2002
Posted on Thursday, October 23, 2008 - 12:35 am:   Edit Post

yeah its a great slab of wood, the sandwich looks great too.
That's sure to be one to keep.
Jazzyvee
funkyjazzjunky
Advanced Member
Username: funkyjazzjunky

Post Number: 232
Registered: 5-2007
Posted on Thursday, October 23, 2008 - 11:08 am:   Edit Post

chocolate heaven
new2alembic
Member
Username: new2alembic

Post Number: 72
Registered: 9-2008
Posted on Thursday, October 23, 2008 - 12:40 pm:   Edit Post

You have got a real beauty there John. Congratulations!

Carl
mica
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Username: mica

Post Number: 5692
Registered: 6-2000
Posted on Tuesday, November 11, 2008 - 7:29 pm:   Edit Post

Rubbed and soon to be buffed:
rubbed
dlbydgtl
Junior
Username: dlbydgtl

Post Number: 36
Registered: 7-2008
Posted on Thursday, November 13, 2008 - 8:14 pm:   Edit Post

looking good! Thanks. john
hydrargyrum
Senior Member
Username: hydrargyrum

Post Number: 410
Registered: 3-2004
Posted on Saturday, November 15, 2008 - 5:18 am:   Edit Post

That's really a handsome instrument. What an unusual, and attractive choice.
mica
Moderator
Username: mica

Post Number: 5699
Registered: 6-2000
Posted on Wednesday, November 19, 2008 - 5:46 pm:   Edit Post

I'll take some better pics tomorrow, but I saw it was ready for final inspection today:
done
Either Mary or I will call you to coordinate the best receiving date for you.
dlbydgtl
Junior
Username: dlbydgtl

Post Number: 37
Registered: 7-2008
Posted on Wednesday, November 19, 2008 - 7:53 pm:   Edit Post

OH WOW! How Exciting. Thank You! John
davehouck
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Username: davehouck

Post Number: 7201
Registered: 5-2002
Posted on Saturday, November 22, 2008 - 5:21 pm:   Edit Post

Congrats!! It's beautiful!!

The Rosewood top looks great; and the Maple sets it off nicely.
dlbydgtl
Junior
Username: dlbydgtl

Post Number: 40
Registered: 7-2008
Posted on Tuesday, December 02, 2008 - 2:35 pm:   Edit Post

I think this has shipped? Will post pics of this baby when i receive. My wife says she is going wrap it up and make me wait until the 25th. Ouch.
bassjigga
Advanced Member
Username: bassjigga

Post Number: 350
Registered: 8-2005
Posted on Tuesday, December 02, 2008 - 8:26 pm:   Edit Post

You're going to love it. I got a fretless Europa 5 earlier this year and while the specs are somewhat different I can tell you it is the most amazing sounding bass I have ever owned or played. Here's mine:

http://alembic.com/club/messages/631/36852.html?1206066046
dlbydgtl
Junior
Username: dlbydgtl

Post Number: 41
Registered: 7-2008
Posted on Wednesday, December 03, 2008 - 8:05 am:   Edit Post

Yea, looking forward to playing it. I have spotted your Europa on the build record while i was trying to decide what to get. Very cool looking bass! I can't wait to experience Alembic electronics with fretless: i would imagine it will blow me away...
mica
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Username: mica

Post Number: 5724
Registered: 6-2000
Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2008 - 6:09 pm:   Edit Post

Also a peek with the side LEDs on:
done
dlbydgtl
Junior
Username: dlbydgtl

Post Number: 42
Registered: 7-2008
Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2008 - 8:43 pm:   Edit Post

simply amazing...tracking that U.P.S. truck, tomorrow should be the big day..but. of course it goes under Christmas tree....
artswork99
Senior Member
Username: artswork99

Post Number: 529
Registered: 7-2007
Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2008 - 9:03 pm:   Edit Post

Very, very nice. Congratulations John!
Play it Healthy!
Art
bassjigga
Advanced Member
Username: bassjigga

Post Number: 351
Registered: 8-2005
Posted on Friday, December 12, 2008 - 10:22 pm:   Edit Post

Man under the tree? That is just painful! Your wife must be a sadist! hahaha
dlbydgtl
Junior
Username: dlbydgtl

Post Number: 43
Registered: 7-2008
Posted on Saturday, December 13, 2008 - 8:23 am:   Edit Post

Yea, she made me carry the un-opened box to the basment and put next to the tree. So, all i can do is look at this picture and imagine, and it's sitting in my house!?
rowka
New
Username: rowka

Post Number: 4
Registered: 8-2008
Posted on Saturday, December 13, 2008 - 9:40 am:   Edit Post

You should at least play the "check for damage during shipping" card. ;)
bassjigga
Advanced Member
Username: bassjigga

Post Number: 352
Registered: 8-2005
Posted on Saturday, December 13, 2008 - 11:28 am:   Edit Post

I would get yourself some packaging tape and open it when she's not home and then re-package. :D
keith_h
Senior Member
Username: keith_h

Post Number: 1188
Registered: 2-2005
Posted on Saturday, December 13, 2008 - 4:18 pm:   Edit Post

John,
Playing the part of the conscience here I think it is just best to follow your wifes wishes. After all the reward should be all the better for the wait not to mention the ramifications of disobeying your real boss. Of course should you decide the antiiiciiipation is too much the previously posted ideas might work to relieve it. :-)

Keith
dlbydgtl
Junior
Username: dlbydgtl

Post Number: 44
Registered: 7-2008
Posted on Saturday, December 13, 2008 - 4:44 pm:   Edit Post

Hey, i like those ideas. But, ( I can't believe i'm typing this..)Keith is probably right. After all, it's nice to have something to open Christmas morning. Do you think they will understand when i tell them, after the presents are opened, go to Grandma and Grandpa's without me because i need to stay home and practice?
dlbydgtl
Junior
Username: dlbydgtl

Post Number: 48
Registered: 7-2008
Posted on Thursday, December 25, 2008 - 9:28 am:   Edit Post

This is the bestest Christmas ever! It's really amazing. Pictures to follow after big day. Merry Christmas everyone!!
davehouck
Moderator
Username: davehouck

Post Number: 7303
Registered: 5-2002
Posted on Friday, December 26, 2008 - 7:28 am:   Edit Post

Congrats John; it's a beautiful bass!

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