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kenbass4
Member
Username: kenbass4
Post Number: 85
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, March 11, 2004 - 9:24 am: |  |
Shaun,
Yeah, it's cold here in California too. Heck, we're going to be back down in the 70's this week!
(Runs for cover...)
:-)
Ken (TEO) |
bigbadbill
Member
Username: bigbadbill
Post Number: 100
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, March 11, 2004 - 2:40 pm: | |
Hey Ken, you're down in the 70's? I'm surprised you can type, your fingers must be frozen solid! (and they say that sarcasm is the lowest form of wit...)
I can hardly remember the last time we were IN the 70's...weatherwise of course. The OTHER 70s I remember perfectly well. In fact I spend most of my spare time listening to them, lol 
Shaun
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bracheen
Advanced Member
Username: bracheen
Post Number: 286
Registered: 11-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, March 11, 2004 - 3:42 pm: | |
Shaun, that's degrees fahrenheit and not celsius.
Speaking of sarcasm...
Sam |
valvil
Moderator
Username: valvil
Post Number: 373
Registered: 7-2002
| | Posted on Thursday, March 11, 2004 - 4:55 pm: | |
In celsius at 70 degrees Ken'd be bones & vapor... and since I'm only an an hour away from him, I'd be in trouble too.
Valentino |
kenbass4
Member
Username: kenbass4
Post Number: 88
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, March 11, 2004 - 9:10 pm: | |
Hey Val
(Since we're COMPLETELY off topic now...)
So what would we have to do to make sure our necks are adjusted properly at 70C? (on the Alembics, that is)
(back on topic)
Hey Shaun...how about Taurehuine? (wood of darkness)
Ken (TEO) |
valvil
Moderator
Username: valvil
Post Number: 374
Registered: 7-2002
| | Posted on Thursday, March 11, 2004 - 9:25 pm: | |
Ken,
at that temperature (roughly 158 degrees Farenheit) the only thing you can try , is to pray (quickly, before you evaporate).
Valentino |
hollis
Member
Username: hollis
Post Number: 63
Registered: 11-2003
| | Posted on Friday, March 12, 2004 - 11:35 am: | |
(Message edited by hollis on March 12, 2004) |
hollis
Member
Username: hollis
Post Number: 64
Registered: 11-2003
| | Posted on Friday, March 12, 2004 - 11:36 am: | |
Asbestos long johns? |
bigbadbill
Intermediate Member
Username: bigbadbill
Post Number: 101
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Sunday, March 14, 2004 - 8:53 am: | |
You mean you don't regularly get those temperatures in California? (sorry, the sarcasm's kicked in again).
Ken, I think I'm going to sit on the name until I get the bass, and I'll see what it inspires. Whilst looking at the pattern on the original piece of wood chosen for the top (241 in the superb walnut woodbank) a friend said it looked to him like an "eagle flying through the hands of God", which I thought was pretty incredible (I also saw it as an eagle hovering over a mountain with hills and a valley below). Unfortunately my Elvish doesn't quite run that far, so I've got some reading up to do (and I've still got to get that book)! Not that I've settled on that of course...in fact this could be as tough as deciding the top wood!
BTW, I spoke to James at the Bass Centre on Friday who informed me that both the bass and Graham had arrived back safely, and the bass was in storage (I didn't know they had to quarantine basses!). Apparently I should be receiving it some time towards the end of next week. Graham apparently described the bass as "beautiful"...
Cheers
Shaun
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jeff
New
Username: jeff
Post Number: 8
Registered: 12-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 17, 2004 - 12:14 pm: | |
Shaun,
I just had the pleasure of gazing upon the pictures of your new bass and I must say that it is truly a masterpiece. The walnut top is simply stunning and worthy of the Triple O body shape. BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!
Jeff |
bigbadbill
Intermediate Member
Username: bigbadbill
Post Number: 106
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 17, 2004 - 12:57 pm: | |
Jeff
Many, many thanks for your kind words. Coming from a man who has such an awe-inspiring, mind-boggling instrument on the way, that really does mean a lot! Apparently it arrives at the Bass Centre tomorrow, which means I should have it by the middle of next week at the latest. I have to admit the wait is driving me nuts!
All the best
Shaun |
bigbadbill
Intermediate Member
Username: bigbadbill
Post Number: 107
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Sunday, March 21, 2004 - 7:40 am: | |
My bass arrived Friday! After unpacking the carton, I sat and waited for a couple of minutes before opening the case; after all, I'd waited 20-odd years for this. What if it was a disappointment?
Well, as I opened the case my jaw just dropped. To say it surpasses my wildest expectations is a gross understatement. I cannot believe how incredible that walnut top is; the photos don't begin to do it justice. Its virtually holographic! The depth of figure is unbelievable! And it just plays so amazingly! The only thing is, I haven't been able to plug it in yet.... I keep picking it up and then putting it down again just so I can look at it some more!
I've already spoken to Valentino to express my gratitude to all at Alembic for creating such a masterpiece. So far as I'm concerned, after receiving this, the tagline has to be "there can be only one". Utterly without parallel.
Right, I'm off to look at it some more....I may eventually get round to plugging it in as well!
Peace
Shaun |
bassman10096
Advanced Member
Username: bassman10096
Post Number: 244
Registered: 7-2003
| | Posted on Sunday, March 21, 2004 - 9:36 am: | |
Shaun: Its a real charge to hear your reaction to the bass in the pictures - I thought it would be even better in person!! Let us know when you plug it in!!
Enjoy!!!!
Bill |
palembic
Senior Member
Username: palembic
Post Number: 1190
Registered: 9-2002
| | Posted on Sunday, March 21, 2004 - 1:15 pm: | |
Brother Shaun,
Let me explain ...to start playing you need a cord. Oh ...huh ...you only got the bass ...ooooooooooops.
And an amp???
Ooooooooooooooooooops 2
Paul the bad one
Paul the Good one ...would you mind to tell Brother Shaun how he cans use his head as an amp. No ...he lives in UK he cannot lend yours LOL
(Message edited by palembic on March 21, 2004) |
eastcoastepic
Member
Username: eastcoastepic
Post Number: 53
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Sunday, March 21, 2004 - 1:27 pm: | |
And unlike many things in life, the feeling that you're experiencing now will not wear off...everytime you see her, or even think about her, a feeling of happiness & well-being will come over you. Sort of an "anti-depressant", I guess! (Who needs drugs when you have 'Superb Walnut'!)
Sincere congratulations, Shaun!
Chris |
kenbass4
Member
Username: kenbass4
Post Number: 90
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Monday, March 22, 2004 - 7:29 am: | |
Shaun,
What Chris said is absolutely true. I still walk into my studio and just stare at my Rogue for a few minutes before I pick it up. When I play, the sound is always amazing.
Enjoy!
Ken (TEO) |
groovelines
Intermediate Member
Username: groovelines
Post Number: 162
Registered: 4-2003
| | Posted on Tuesday, March 23, 2004 - 5:20 am: | |
Shaun,
Wonderful bass, I wish I was ballsy enough to sling something like that around my neck.
I do have one question, and I hope I didn't miss this in the thread, but it looks like you have signature electronics and a dummy humcaneller? Is this cosmetic or functional? Either way, it's a nice touch.
Mike
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bigbadbill
Intermediate Member
Username: bigbadbill
Post Number: 108
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Tuesday, March 23, 2004 - 9:57 am: | |
Hi guys! Unfortunately an inordinately busy life has kept me away from my new baby for a couple of days, so I still haven't had chance to plug her in. One day this week ...speaking of amps, LOL, I'm not sure my old Trace is gonna bring out the best in it; at some stage I'm going to have to look at another upgrade methinks (oh my aching bank balance!).
I've got to admit, I've taken to having a quick peek at the bass each night as I go to bed. I still don't think its sunk in!
Mike, yep, those are signature electronics with a dummy humcanceller. It is actually a functioning unit, but isn't wired up. Susan was kind enough to allow me to have one fitted for cosmetic purposes (it just completes the look for me; sorry, I'm just fussy about these things!) I will be eternally in her debt....
All the best
Shaun
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bigbadbill
Intermediate Member
Username: bigbadbill
Post Number: 124
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, October 13, 2004 - 11:44 am: | |
Hi Ken! Wasn't sure whether to go to my thread or yours,LOL, but seeing as its my bass we were talking about, here I am.
That's exactly how I figured it should be pronounced, but as both words are relatively new to me wanted to make sure before I started telling everyboy (I mean, can you imagine naming my own bass in Elvish and then pronouncing it wrong? How much of a dummy would I look? Of course most people wouldn't know the difference anyway, LOL). Anyway, I figure your 2nd opinion is good enough for me! So, Sorne-Raama it is!!!!! Thanks to both you and Sam! |
kenbass4
Intermediate Member
Username: kenbass4
Post Number: 133
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, October 13, 2004 - 12:01 pm: | |
Well, actually..ummm(how to put this delicately...) I have a NEW Elven bass under construction!!! (See HERE http://alembic.com/club/messages/631/13286.html?1097276870)
Ken (TEO) |
bracheen
Senior Member
Username: bracheen
Post Number: 607
Registered: 11-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, October 13, 2004 - 12:51 pm: | |
Glad to help Shaun. Actually due to you and Ken getting new basses I've been re-reading the LOR triligy. It's been about 30 years and seems I've forgotten a lot of details.
Congratulations on the new bass, Ken. One day I'll be in the custom ranks, hopefully.
Sam |
bigbadbill
Intermediate Member
Username: bigbadbill
Post Number: 125
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, October 13, 2004 - 3:00 pm: | |
Congratulations Ken! What's the spec? I must say I'm not jealous at all.....er, alright, maybe just a little bit. Ok, a heck of a lot ! I'll bet you can't wait! BTW I'm still working my way through all the new threads and postings; I've got a lot of catching up to do.
Sam - good to hear you reread the trilogy. I read it most years in my teens, was sidetracked in my twenties and early thirties and rediscovered it a few years ago (maybe a couple of years before the first film came out); I've read it roughly once a year since. Still can't believe the first time I read it it only took me a week. I was eleven at the time!. That's how much I loved it; and it was a school week too!
Anyway, hope you manage to find your way into the custom ranks sooner rather than later (go on, you know its worth it! )Best of luck! |
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