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kevin_k
Junior
Username: kevin_k
Post Number: 36
Registered: 4-2003
| | Posted on Tuesday, April 06, 2004 - 12:21 pm: |  |
That's awesome Bill.
I would have loved to visit the factory, especially when one of my bass was being made. If I do make the trip, I'll have to order another bass first.
Are you going for business or is this trip strictly pleasure? Either way I am sure it will be a treasured memory, first time seeing your bass and all. Have yourself a safe trip if we don't converse before then.
Kevin |
bassman10096
Advanced Member
Username: bassman10096
Post Number: 299
Registered: 7-2003
| | Posted on Tuesday, April 06, 2004 - 1:05 pm: | |
Kevin: Thanks. The trip is strictly family vacation. I'll bring back pictures and post them.
Bill
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kevin_k
Junior
Username: kevin_k
Post Number: 37
Registered: 4-2003
| | Posted on Tuesday, April 06, 2004 - 2:58 pm: | |
Bill,
Right on...My bass will still be there...It will be in the set-up room awaiting Ron's magic. Stop by and visit her if you can...let me know how she is doing. I should see her the week after next.
Kevin |
bassman10096
Advanced Member
Username: bassman10096
Post Number: 301
Registered: 7-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 07, 2004 - 6:35 am: | |
Kevin: I'll look for your bass.
Bill |
valvil
Moderator
Username: valvil
Post Number: 398
Registered: 7-2002
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 07, 2004 - 12:25 pm: | |
I have had the pleasure of playing Kevin's bass (which is doing great but is not yet calibrated) and it sounded and played fabulously. It looks really nice with Roger's custom knobs, which are my favourite knobs from TGH so far.
Valentino |
rogertvr
Advanced Member
Username: rogertvr
Post Number: 207
Registered: 1-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 07, 2004 - 1:50 pm: | |
Valentino,
Have I missed something or is there no picture of the knobs anywhere?
The bass is stunning though - lovely wood!!!!
Rog |
bigbadbill
Intermediate Member
Username: bigbadbill
Post Number: 116
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 07, 2004 - 2:16 pm: | |
Wow! Fantastic! (I know, I'm late again...). Congratulations! |
kevin_k
Junior
Username: kevin_k
Post Number: 38
Registered: 4-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 07, 2004 - 2:17 pm: | |
That's not fair Valentino..but thanks for the heads-up.
Take care,
Kevin |
dadabass2001
Intermediate Member
Username: dadabass2001
Post Number: 106
Registered: 6-2002
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 07, 2004 - 5:38 pm: | |
Chant with me, Kevin:
Patience....Patience...etc,
Mike |
valvil
Moderator
Username: valvil
Post Number: 402
Registered: 7-2002
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 07, 2004 - 8:45 pm: | |
Roger, there is a picture Kevin posted (Feb 22) when he was still undecided on the knobs. Those look like what we got from TGH Roger, although at that point the knobs did not have the gold markers on them yet.
Valentino |
rogertvr
Advanced Member
Username: rogertvr
Post Number: 208
Registered: 1-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 07, 2004 - 11:07 pm: | |
They're not dissimilar to the ones I had Roger make for The Dragon's Wing then, I assume?
Rog |
kevin_k
Junior
Username: kevin_k
Post Number: 39
Registered: 4-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, April 08, 2004 - 7:01 am: | |
Hi Rog,
They are indeed similiar to your Dragon's Wing knobs, which by the way is a gorgeous bass. I think they compliment your bass perfectly and that's exactly what I was looking for. It is much easier making a decision after somebody else has already forged the path. I made only a slight variation from your design. Top wood is coco colo and the inlays are all 10K gold. I wanted something that will complete the bass instead of competing with the bass. And if Valentino's earlier post is indicative of that, I should be all set.
Later,
Kevin |
rogertvr
Advanced Member
Username: rogertvr
Post Number: 209
Registered: 1-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, April 08, 2004 - 8:48 am: | |
Hi Kevin,
Thanks for your compliments! I had snakewood on the top of the knobs for The Dragon's Wing, as both Roger and I felt that coco bolo would get lost against the actual body. Obviously the maple body of the knob compliments the maple neck on mine - or that was the idea anyway. I do feel it has worked.
I went for 22k for the gold stripe and dot in mine. Looks fabulous up close - obviously I haven't seen it from a distance as I'm too busy playing it!!!!
The knobs are the icing on the cake with the DW. Roger makes a mean set of knobs and the quality of them perfectly matches the quality of the instrument. Worth every single penny and more if I'd had to pay more for them!
Cheers,
Roger |
kevin_k
Junior
Username: kevin_k
Post Number: 40
Registered: 4-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, April 08, 2004 - 10:50 am: | |
Agreed.
I even think that Alembic should design a standard set of wood knobs for Roger (or however) to produce, to be included on all basses instead of the plastice knobs. I think people would pay aliitle bit extra for something that IMO adds great value and apppeal. |
palembic
Senior Member
Username: palembic
Post Number: 1290
Registered: 9-2002
| | Posted on Monday, April 19, 2004 - 5:34 am: | |
Oh ...uhu ...not for me dear friend Kevin. I really don't like the Roger knobs. It's a bit too much. I can live very well with the COllet type knobs ore the old "hat"-type ones. I said already that I DO like the Roger knobs on a let's see drak silver metallic guitar body. Would have a nice contrast and put the little jewels (that those knobs undiscutably are) more in the picture.
Just my opinion.
Paul the bad one |
bassman10096
Advanced Member
Username: bassman10096
Post Number: 309
Registered: 7-2003
| | Posted on Tuesday, April 20, 2004 - 11:25 am: | |
Hey Kevin: I saw your bass last Monday at Alembic. It's better looking in person!! You lucky dog...
Bill |
keavin
Advanced Member
Username: keavin
Post Number: 289
Registered: 12-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, April 20, 2004 - 11:35 am: | |
very curvey!!! yeah i love those big hips shes got! |
keavin
Advanced Member
Username: keavin
Post Number: 290
Registered: 12-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, April 20, 2004 - 11:35 am: | |
very curvey!!! yeah i love those big hips shes got! |
keavin
Advanced Member
Username: keavin
Post Number: 291
Registered: 12-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, April 20, 2004 - 11:36 am: | |
very curvey!!! yeah i love those "big hips" shes got! |
kevin_k
Junior
Username: kevin_k
Post Number: 50
Registered: 4-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, May 13, 2004 - 11:01 am: | |
I hope the case arrives at Alembic soon. I would like that very much. |
bassman10096
Advanced Member
Username: bassman10096
Post Number: 385
Registered: 7-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, May 13, 2004 - 2:29 pm: | |
I feel your pain. |
mica
Moderator
Username: mica
Post Number: 1658
Registered: 6-2000
| | Posted on Thursday, May 13, 2004 - 3:52 pm: | |
Well, the big shipment of cases is here, but no cases for these new trimmed down Series basses. Mary will be modifying another case to fit your bass (and a couple of others waiting). It's likely that we'll be shipping your bass out on Monday or Tuesday, and we will call you to confirm you'll be there ready to receive. The waiting is almost over. |
mint_bass
Intermediate Member
Username: mint_bass
Post Number: 171
Registered: 1-2004
| | Posted on Friday, May 14, 2004 - 3:31 am: | |
allmost time i bet you are going nuts by now but it will soon be in your hands congratulations
andrew |
kevin_k
Member
Username: kevin_k
Post Number: 51
Registered: 4-2003
| | Posted on Friday, May 14, 2004 - 1:18 pm: | |
Thanks Mica,
If you don't mind my asking, what do you mean by modify?
To tell the truth, I am not impressed with the case that came with the MK to begin with, it began falling apart from day one (inside & out), so a modification might not make things much better.
What are the alternatives:
- A modified case
- Wait for the new case from the factory
- A flight/road case
If a road case is the best alternative, then I insit we begin the ordering process immediately.
I will call before 4pm PST to discuss further.
Thanks again,
Kevin |
mica
Moderator
Username: mica
Post Number: 1659
Registered: 6-2000
| | Posted on Friday, May 14, 2004 - 5:16 pm: | |
This is more of an update for the rest of the Club, since I spoke with Kevin a little while ago. We'll be sending the bass out in a modified case on Monday or Tuesday.
To modify, we rip out the original plush covered forms and then make a new form and cover with plush. These are glued in the same way the case makers does it. Sort of a pain, but it gets the job done and we won't be waiting.
We've made a tracing of the body to keep on file to get a flight case made for the bass in the near future. |
hollis
Advanced Member
Username: hollis
Post Number: 212
Registered: 11-2003
| | Posted on Friday, May 14, 2004 - 5:25 pm: | |
Yeahhh Team!!!!
I hope you folks at Alembic have good fitting shoes to avoid blisters from all the times you go the extra mile.
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kevin_k
Member
Username: kevin_k
Post Number: 53
Registered: 4-2003
| | Posted on Monday, May 17, 2004 - 11:06 am: | |
Thank you so much Mica for taking time on Friday afternoon to speak with me.
Here I am worring about a modification made by Alembic. Having Alembic modify the case will make it a better case then the original case manufacturer could do. Silly me.
In about a month will begin the flight case.
Thanks again Mica.
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kevin_k
Member
Username: kevin_k
Post Number: 54
Registered: 4-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 19, 2004 - 8:38 am: | |
Good Morning everyone at Alembic.
It's Wednesday morning. I haven't heard from anyone yet about shipping.
Keep me posted via email.
Thanks,
Kevin |
kevin_k
Member
Username: kevin_k
Post Number: 55
Registered: 4-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 19, 2004 - 12:32 pm: | |
This is getting really tough. I don't mean to be a throne, I know, it will get here when it gets here. |
mica
Moderator
Username: mica
Post Number: 1675
Registered: 6-2000
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 19, 2004 - 12:43 pm: | |
I understand, you can _almost_ taste it! You're going to see it on Friday. I will email you the tracking number privately so you can track its progress. |
kevin_k
Member
Username: kevin_k
Post Number: 56
Registered: 4-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 19, 2004 - 1:03 pm: | |
YIPPIE! |
jalevinemd
Junior
Username: jalevinemd
Post Number: 45
Registered: 12-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 19, 2004 - 1:13 pm: | |
Kevin,
What is a throne?
Jonathan |
kevin_k
Member
Username: kevin_k
Post Number: 57
Registered: 4-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 19, 2004 - 2:12 pm: | |
Jonathan,
Throne was not the word I meant write. Sorry to confuse.
I wasn't too sure about my spelling...I meant thorn, like on roses. I meant to say, "I don't want to be a thorn in one's side."
I guess I need to work on my English.
Later,
Kevin |
jalevinemd
Junior
Username: jalevinemd
Post Number: 46
Registered: 12-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 19, 2004 - 3:01 pm: | |
Kevin,
Hope no offense was taken. I'm hardly one to criticize anybody's grammar. I thought 'throne' may have been an interesting little piece of slang. Always in the market for those.
Oh well...here's to typos. May we all play better than we spell!
Best,
Jonathan |
kevin_k
Member
Username: kevin_k
Post Number: 58
Registered: 4-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 19, 2004 - 7:21 pm: | |
No offense taken at all.
Most of the time when I post a message, I am at work. So I have to make it quick.
I have been unusually stressed lately, so if I have been short with anyone, I do apoligize.
It is much more relaxing browsing the site in the comforts of home.
Ahhh, all is well. |
jalevinemd
Junior
Username: jalevinemd
Post Number: 47
Registered: 12-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 19, 2004 - 7:50 pm: | |
Brother Kevin,
I couldn't agree more. The comfort of my own leather chair in my den with the Alembic website at my fingertips...need I say more?
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bassman10096
Senior Member
Username: bassman10096
Post Number: 410
Registered: 7-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, May 20, 2004 - 3:56 am: | |
Kevin: The waiting's almost over! You have a tracking number! Make sure you keep us all informed as you are able. I, for one, can not wait to hear about your new bass. One more day! Wow!!
Bill |
dadabass2001
Intermediate Member
Username: dadabass2001
Post Number: 141
Registered: 6-2002
| | Posted on Thursday, May 20, 2004 - 5:24 am: | |
Kevin,
My friend I KNOW you'll love your new beauty. Don't forget, we have to get together to share Alembic hand knowledge
(Translation: I've bugged Kevin the last two times we've seen each other to let me check his Series out when it arrives, and he expressed an interest in seeing my fretless Epic with LEDs)
I know it's been tough, but the waiting is in active final stages.
Mike |
kevin_k
Member
Username: kevin_k
Post Number: 61
Registered: 4-2003
| | Posted on Friday, May 21, 2004 - 12:24 pm: | |
I got it!
Amazing, simply amazing!
Thank you Alembic, dreams do come true.
Kevin |
kevin_k
Member
Username: kevin_k
Post Number: 62
Registered: 4-2003
| | Posted on Friday, May 21, 2004 - 12:26 pm: | |
I got it!
It is breathe taking.
Thank you Alembic, dreams really do come true.
Kevin |
kevin_k
Member
Username: kevin_k
Post Number: 63
Registered: 4-2003
| | Posted on Friday, May 21, 2004 - 12:39 pm: | |
I THOUGHT I LOST THE FIRST POST, OH WELL. |
dadabass2001
Intermediate Member
Username: dadabass2001
Post Number: 144
Registered: 6-2002
| | Posted on Friday, May 21, 2004 - 12:47 pm: | |
Hey Kevin,
When you remember to breathe, You KNOW we need pics of that beauty in your hands. See you back in the world.
Mike |
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