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funkyjazzjunky
Intermediate Member
Username: funkyjazzjunky

Post Number: 147
Registered: 5-2007
Posted on Friday, August 15, 2008 - 2:14 pm:   Edit Post

I am always amazed at the high level of artistry in Alembic basses.

Wonderful bass. I want one.
ajdover
Senior Member
Username: ajdover

Post Number: 653
Registered: 11-2003
Posted on Friday, August 15, 2008 - 5:08 pm:   Edit Post

Guys,

You can all get one. Just dial 1-800-ALEMBIC and one can be yours!

Seriously, the good thing about having this bass built is that anyone who wants an Entwistle Replica (well, a near replica anyway) can have one - the templates for the body are there, the inlays, etc. Much work went into getting the body shape right (right, Oliver, Mica, Susan?), as well as the inlay font (right Mica, Oliver?). Now that it's been done, it shouldn't have to be done again, and anyone wanting something similar can order one with ease.

All I can say is I can't wait to get it.

Alan
davehouck
Moderator
Username: davehouck

Post Number: 6900
Registered: 5-2002
Posted on Friday, August 15, 2008 - 6:19 pm:   Edit Post

Major mile marker Alan!!! Congrats!!!
senmen
Senior Member
Username: senmen

Post Number: 803
Registered: 7-2003
Posted on Saturday, August 16, 2008 - 3:48 am:   Edit Post

Alan, Guys,
you are right.
Well I must seriously think about putting a sister besides Alans baby. So the V-head Spyder, exactly re-buildt, would be great.
Most of the difficult research is done; only the body shape needs to be overworked for the V-head.
Oliver (Spyderman)
ajdover
Senior Member
Username: ajdover

Post Number: 664
Registered: 11-2003
Posted on Thursday, September 11, 2008 - 5:03 pm:   Edit Post

Mica,

Any news?

Alan
garethnh
Member
Username: garethnh

Post Number: 52
Registered: 5-2008
Posted on Thursday, December 04, 2008 - 1:00 pm:   Edit Post

Any news on this bass amongst basses?
senmen
Senior Member
Username: senmen

Post Number: 838
Registered: 7-2003
Posted on Saturday, February 07, 2009 - 9:02 am:   Edit Post

Well,
would like to know what is going on with Alans Spyder...
Any developments?

Oliver (Spyderman)
mica
Moderator
Username: mica

Post Number: 5850
Registered: 6-2000
Posted on Saturday, February 07, 2009 - 4:14 pm:   Edit Post

James is inlaying the custom spider webs.
mica
Moderator
Username: mica

Post Number: 5895
Registered: 6-2000
Posted on Friday, February 20, 2009 - 7:17 pm:   Edit Post

Some of the in-progress shots:

inlaying

inlaying

inlaying

inlaying

inlaying

inlaying

Back in spray now.
ajdover
Senior Member
Username: ajdover

Post Number: 691
Registered: 11-2003
Posted on Friday, February 20, 2009 - 7:37 pm:   Edit Post

Mica,

I've got to be honest and say I've been wondering what's been going on.

This being said ...

It was worth the wait ... it looks incredible.

I'll be heading down to North Carolina at the end of the month. Hopefully I'll be getting my bass not too long afterward. Well done.

Alan
mica
Moderator
Username: mica

Post Number: 5918
Registered: 6-2000
Posted on Friday, February 27, 2009 - 5:20 pm:   Edit Post

Back in the setup room, this time for the hardware preset and logo inlay:
preset
It looks really, really sharp.
ajdover
Senior Member
Username: ajdover

Post Number: 698
Registered: 11-2003
Posted on Friday, February 27, 2009 - 5:43 pm:   Edit Post

Good Lord ... it's beautiful. I've been waiting a long time, but jeez .. it's been more than worth it. As some might say, excellence doesn't come cheap, nor does it come quickly. This instrument is worth every penny and every minute.

I'm glad I've been patient. Incredible, and beyond my expectations.

V/R,

Alan
ajdover
Senior Member
Username: ajdover

Post Number: 699
Registered: 11-2003
Posted on Friday, February 27, 2009 - 5:49 pm:   Edit Post

BTW, where will the holes for the two master volumes, switch to choose between them, and the pickup pan pot be on the lower horn? Not nitpicking, just curious. My guess is you're probably trying to pick the best spot to drill.

Thanks,

Alan
mica
Moderator
Username: mica

Post Number: 5919
Registered: 6-2000
Posted on Friday, February 27, 2009 - 6:20 pm:   Edit Post

Yeah, we had to wait until the webs were in place to determine the right locations. When the bass goes back to spray, there will be a few more holes in it.
ajdover
Senior Member
Username: ajdover

Post Number: 700
Registered: 11-2003
Posted on Friday, February 27, 2009 - 6:50 pm:   Edit Post

OK, makes sense to me.

Can't wait to see it.

Alan
qualloyd
Junior
Username: qualloyd

Post Number: 30
Registered: 9-2008
Posted on Wednesday, March 25, 2009 - 1:04 pm:   Edit Post

(speechless)

Lloyd
ox_junior
Advanced Member
Username: ox_junior

Post Number: 360
Registered: 3-2004
Posted on Friday, June 19, 2009 - 11:22 am:   Edit Post

I may be behind, but did you get your bass Alan?

Long time no speak!

- Mike Bisch
ajdover
Senior Member
Username: ajdover

Post Number: 721
Registered: 11-2003
Posted on Friday, June 19, 2009 - 11:48 am:   Edit Post

Mike,

Great to hear from you.

No, not yet. I talked to Mica a few days ago, and they are in the process of drilling the holes for the master volumes/selector switch/pan pot on the lower horn, making the backplates, and finally applying an amber tint to it. I'm hoping to have it soon.

Best regards,

Alan
mica
Moderator
Username: mica

Post Number: 6294
Registered: 6-2000
Posted on Tuesday, August 11, 2009 - 4:55 pm:   Edit Post

Tint on, plates on:
spray
Just getting the top clear coats now. If everything goes well, should be about 2-3 weeks until we can ship.
senmen
Senior Member
Username: senmen

Post Number: 900
Registered: 7-2003
Posted on Wednesday, August 12, 2009 - 9:56 am:   Edit Post

Alan Buddy,
well I must say that back looks much more sexy than the back of my poor manīs Spyder tribute bass......
I am eager to see the front of your Spyder.....
Oliver (Spyderman)
ajdover
Senior Member
Username: ajdover

Post Number: 731
Registered: 11-2003
Posted on Wednesday, August 12, 2009 - 1:45 pm:   Edit Post

Oliver,

Me too! Hopefully I'll have it soon.

Alan
mica
Moderator
Username: mica

Post Number: 6356
Registered: 6-2000
Posted on Friday, August 28, 2009 - 8:16 pm:   Edit Post

It's been rubbed out:
rubout
Pre set up inspection next, then setup, then calibration then final inspection.
ajdover
Senior Member
Username: ajdover

Post Number: 738
Registered: 11-2003
Posted on Friday, August 28, 2009 - 9:05 pm:   Edit Post

Mica,

Beautiful, just beautiful. Thanks for the pic and update.

I'm headed back to Vermont for school tomorrow. When it's ready to ship let me know - I believe I sent you that address, but if not, I can send again via email.

Thanks!

Alan
ajdover
Senior Member
Username: ajdover

Post Number: 745
Registered: 11-2003
Posted on Monday, October 12, 2009 - 9:32 pm:   Edit Post

Mica,

Any word on my bass?

Thanks,

Alan
mica
Moderator
Username: mica

Post Number: 6458
Registered: 6-2000
Posted on Friday, November 06, 2009 - 6:52 pm:   Edit Post

Snuggled in case:
done

Plan is Monday or Tuesday for the latest departure. Will of course keep you posted offline with all the details.
keith_h
Senior Member
Username: keith_h

Post Number: 1430
Registered: 2-2005
Posted on Friday, November 06, 2009 - 7:02 pm:   Edit Post

Looks great Al. I'm looking forward to seeing in person at the next get together.

Keith
sonicus
Senior Member
Username: sonicus

Post Number: 486
Registered: 5-2009
Posted on Friday, November 06, 2009 - 7:25 pm:   Edit Post

Superb !!!!!!___________
dannobasso
Senior Member
Username: dannobasso

Post Number: 1138
Registered: 3-2004
Posted on Friday, November 06, 2009 - 8:40 pm:   Edit Post

Congrats Sir!
gregduboc
Advanced Member
Username: gregduboc

Post Number: 233
Registered: 11-2008
Posted on Saturday, November 07, 2009 - 3:31 am:   Edit Post

Absolutely amazing!!!
I'm jealous... :-)

Greg
fc_spoiler
Senior Member
Username: fc_spoiler

Post Number: 990
Registered: 5-2006
Posted on Saturday, November 07, 2009 - 3:41 am:   Edit Post

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