| Author | Message | ||
| hieronymous
Senior Member Username: hieronymous Post Number: 1080 Registered: 1-2005 |
Post 'em if you got 'em! Tahoe wants to see pictures of pretty guitars and basses!  original thread here | ||
| hieronymous
Senior Member Username: hieronymous Post Number: 1081 Registered: 1-2005 |
Ken playing "the doubleneck":  It was great to hear him say he didn't think it was that heavy! | ||
| rustyg61
Senior Member Username: rustyg61 Post Number: 502 Registered: 2-2011 |
Come on Harry.....it's not nice to tease us with just one picture! That's like laying one Lays potato chip out & everyone knows that "No one can eat just one!" Feed my jealousy!!! :-) | ||
| sonicus
Senior Member Username: sonicus Post Number: 2437 Registered: 5-2009 |
The first thing that I saw when I showed up were nice folks hanging out with Lizards! (Western Fence Swift)  | ||
| rustyg61
Senior Member Username: rustyg61 Post Number: 503 Registered: 2-2011 |
Cool pic Wolf! Was that a pet or one of the local residents? | ||
| sonicus
Senior Member Username: sonicus Post Number: 2438 Registered: 5-2009 |
A Local resident Lizard hanging out to see what was going on ! | ||
| hieronymous
Senior Member Username: hieronymous Post Number: 1083 Registered: 1-2005 |
Here's the most complete shot I got:  | ||
| sonicus
Senior Member Username: sonicus Post Number: 2439 Registered: 5-2009 |
Next , these two Gentleman greeted me  | ||
| rustyg61
Senior Member Username: rustyg61 Post Number: 504 Registered: 2-2011 |
Looks like a very nice cross section of offspring from the Mothership along with a couple of aliens! I don't see a 4 string SCSD, so I wish I could have contributed mine to this amazing mix......maybe next year! | ||
| rustyg61
Senior Member Username: rustyg61 Post Number: 505 Registered: 2-2011 |
Wolf, it looks like you were in VERY good company! | ||
| oddmetersam
Intermediate Member Username: oddmetersam Post Number: 186 Registered: 7-2008 |
Just created a gallery of pics on facebook. If you're not one of my facebook friends, here's a public link to the pics: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.2968506372070.2118237.1244010328&type=1&l=528a10268d If you see your instrument and want to add info, please feel free. Ditto if you are in one of the photos and I didn't mention your name (I apologize in advance). I had a total blast. Wonderful players, instruments, music, hospitality and conversation. Thanks to the Wickershams and our gracious hosts in Canyon. Hope to see you all again, next year!  | ||
| davehouck
Moderator Username: davehouck Post Number: 10656 Registered: 5-2002 |
Great pics Sam; I was thinking of you guys all day yesterday. | ||
| kenbass4
Senior Member Username: kenbass4 Post Number: 407 Registered: 10-2003 |
Just a quick shout out to say that it was once again a spectacular time, and I will try to get my pics up this week, but my week is really slammed, so it may BE a week... | ||
| artswork99
Moderator Username: artswork99 Post Number: 1715 Registered: 7-2007 |
Great shots, thanks for sharing! | ||
| pauldo
Senior Member Username: pauldo Post Number: 811 Registered: 6-2006 |
Sam - Love the picture shown here. Who was taking the picture of the headstocks from the same perspective? Can they please post it? | ||
| oddmetersam
Intermediate Member Username: oddmetersam Post Number: 188 Registered: 7-2008 |
Hey, Pauldo! Check out Jazzyvee's photos on Notstrictlyjazz, his facebook page. Jazzy, can you post the link here for the Club to check out? | ||
| jazzyvee
Senior Member Username: jazzyvee Post Number: 2857 Registered: 6-2002 |
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150742240174192.418284.547129191&type=1 My pages are not public but if you send a friend request I will add you so you can check them out. When I get home I will put them on my web site. So if you give me a few days to get over jet lag you can check them out there. Jazzyvee | ||
| eligilam
Advanced Member Username: eligilam Post Number: 367 Registered: 2-2006 |
Whose is that red one? That thing is pretty sweeeet. | ||
| hieronymous
Senior Member Username: hieronymous Post Number: 1084 Registered: 1-2005 |
Wolf, I missed the lizards this year! Here's a shot of Wolf's Series I on the left, Dave's red bass in front (which sounded AMAZING as usual), my doubleneck Series I and Stanley Clarke 5-string lurking behind:  | ||
| hieronymous
Senior Member Username: hieronymous Post Number: 1085 Registered: 1-2005 |
And by the way, there's a Gathering related thread here - with video! | ||
| hieronymous
Senior Member Username: hieronymous Post Number: 1086 Registered: 1-2005 |
Another detail from the group shot:  | ||
| mica
Moderator Username: mica Post Number: 7691 Registered: 6-2000 |
I didn't take too many pictures, but here's a few:  First jam.  Bill playing his Activatored Fernandes  Matt playing his 1975 Series I  Wolf playing his Series I Bubinga beauty  Kimberly takes the stage. She wasn't looking, but jaws were dropping all around the room.  Dave joined this jam.  Erik enjoying the show.  Dave rockin' out  Audience perspective  Erik really enjoying the show. Hey, mommies like to post pictures of their kids!  Ken and please help me remember this awesome keyboardists name!  Nate playing Harrys bass that we dubbed "AlFemBic." Hmmm. <-- that's for you, Vic!  A case interior from the time when it was anyone's guess which color lining we would get. I'm collecting some other images from folks, and I'll share as they become available. | ||
| davehouck
Moderator Username: davehouck Post Number: 10662 Registered: 5-2002 |
Great pics Mica! Almost like being there. | ||
| hieronymous
Senior Member Username: hieronymous Post Number: 1087 Registered: 1-2005 |
Ah yes, the newly dubbed AlFemBic! I was psyched that Nate, Victor & Kimberly played it!   | ||
| jacko
Senior Member Username: jacko Post Number: 3156 Registered: 10-2002 |
"Jealous as Hell" just about sums up how I'm feeling looking at these photos. I'm really glad you all had such a good time. And as for Bill's t'shirt, I hope he means in reverse order - Ringo was by far the coolest beatle :-) Graeme | ||
| dadabass2001
Senior Member Username: dadabass2001 Post Number: 1643 Registered: 6-2002 |
Mmmm.... M&Ms and trail mix...  It looks like you folks had another excellent time. That is definitely a cool room, with the look of a ski or hunting lodge. Jacko hit it straight-on - jealous as hell I'll just keep thumpin' away here in the Chicago-land. Mike | ||
| lbpesq
Senior Member Username: lbpesq Post Number: 5139 Registered: 7-2004 |
Graeme: The back of the shirt reads "keepringohealthy.com". Mike: You should try and come out for the next one. It was a blast. Bill, tgo | ||
| cje
Intermediate Member Username: cje Post Number: 107 Registered: 5-2009 |
Ah, another reason to contemplate relocating from one coast to the other... What great pictures! Happy to see so many 6'ers in the family photo! | ||
| keith_h
Senior Member Username: keith_h Post Number: 1741 Registered: 2-2005 |
"Happy to see so many 6'ers in the family photo!" I think Bill has cornered the west coast market for those instruments with the really thin strings. ;-) Keith | ||
| hieronymous
Senior Member Username: hieronymous Post Number: 1090 Registered: 1-2005 |
Here's a shot of Nate's Scorpion: This one really caught my attention! It has a knobby headstock too!!! | ||
| wishbass
Advanced Member Username: wishbass Post Number: 219 Registered: 5-2011 |
There needs to be more pics of that Scorpion, from all angles! Gorgeous! | ||
| hieronymous
Senior Member Username: hieronymous Post Number: 1093 Registered: 1-2005 |
Agreed! Crazy thing is, look at the group shot up near the top of this thread - this bass is nestled in the BACK ROW third from the left! | ||
| wishbass
Advanced Member Username: wishbass Post Number: 221 Registered: 5-2011 |
I wonder how many gems never make it to the Club site.Wouldn't it be great if there was a site w/every Alembic ever made?At least the more "special" customs that aren't COTM. | ||
| hieronymous
Senior Member Username: hieronymous Post Number: 1095 Registered: 1-2005 |
Video of Nate playing the AlFemBic | ||
| serialnumber12
Senior Member Username: serialnumber12 Post Number: 955 Registered: 12-2004 |
like. | ||
| afrobeat_fool
Senior Member Username: afrobeat_fool Post Number: 449 Registered: 7-2009 |
Hey, all! I finally got around to posting some pic's. Here are some I took a quick look at. I am really enjoying this thread. Thanks for all the good times. Bill, you are the MAN! The jams were awesome. You are all great players. Kimberly, screw the theory, just keep doing what you are doing. Enjoy!  Victor looks like he wants something, but the choices!   Headies!!!! | ||
| kimberly
Advanced Member Username: kimberly Post Number: 370 Registered: 1-2007 |
Hi Guys! That's what I'm talking about, a great time! So nice to see the 'Family' getting together again for another gathering! Great people, players, instruments, music, location, host's and hospitality! Doesn't get much better than that! Not to mention how nice it was to have met new people and just visiting with everyone there. Just too cool! Thanks to everyone involved for making this come together and happen! I had a blast and I'm already looking forward to next year! See you there! Best Regards, Kimberly | ||
| hieronymous
Senior Member Username: hieronymous Post Number: 1097 Registered: 1-2005 |
This thread can't be toast already?!!! Here's a pic to get it jumpstarted again:  | ||
| cntrabssn
Junior Username: cntrabssn Post Number: 49 Registered: 6-2002 |
Hey Everyone, I'm finally getting around to posting... I also wanted to say that it was great getting to hang out with you all at the gathering. This was my second one, and I'm really looking forward to the next one too! Harry, the AlFemBic is one sweet bass. I just might have to work on something like that myself. Here are more more pictures:     Thanks, -nate. | ||
| slawie
Advanced Member Username: slawie Post Number: 386 Registered: 8-2002 |
Major envy going on here slawie | ||
| jalevinemd
Senior Member Username: jalevinemd Post Number: 842 Registered: 12-2003 |
Don't be envious. I've been to a couple. They're not all they're cracked up to be. Hahahahahahahahaha!!!!!!! Next year for sure. | ||
| rustyg61
Senior Member Username: rustyg61 Post Number: 537 Registered: 2-2011 |
Slawie, we'll save you a spot at the Texas Gathering! | ||
| sonicus
Senior Member Username: sonicus Post Number: 2472 Registered: 5-2009 |
Slawie , perhaps you will join us for Northern California VI ? | ||
| rustyg61
Senior Member Username: rustyg61 Post Number: 538 Registered: 2-2011 |
Wolf, I want to join you for Northern California VI! But for now it looks like we may have a Texas Gathering in July. We would love to have any & all from around the country & all over the world if you happen to be in Dallas this summer. | ||
| sonicus
Senior Member Username: sonicus Post Number: 2473 Registered: 5-2009 |
Rusty , Yes come on over to Northern California VI , I would love to go to the Texas Gathering as I have some family in Austin however I am anticipating that I will have my hands full with a vocational commitment this summer. | ||
| rustyg61
Senior Member Username: rustyg61 Post Number: 540 Registered: 2-2011 |
We still haven't set a date yet, but it's looking like sometime in July. I'll give you the date as soon as we firm it up. You are always welcome to stay at my house in Pasadena if you ever come to Texas! | ||
| jazzyvee
Senior Member Username: jazzyvee Post Number: 2998 Registered: 6-2002 |
A video slideshow from my factory tour and the California V meet in April 2012. Loads of faces and basses Enjoy. http://youtu.be/6WPnpyGAeY0 Jazzyvee | ||
| davehouck
Moderator Username: davehouck Post Number: 10791 Registered: 5-2002 |
Nice video Jazzyvee; thanks for sharing! | ||
| lbpesq
Senior Member Username: lbpesq Post Number: 5176 Registered: 7-2004 |
Very cool! My couch is on youtube! The gathering was indeed a blast - I'm ready to do it all over again! Thanks for sharing, Jazzyvee. Bill, tgo | ||
| sonicus
Senior Member Username: sonicus Post Number: 2546 Registered: 5-2009 |
I like it too. A nice video . I am looking forward to the next gathering as well. Thanks !! | ||
| wishbass
Advanced Member Username: wishbass Post Number: 293 Registered: 5-2011 |
Awesome show Jazzy! | ||
| slawie
Senior Member Username: slawie Post Number: 427 Registered: 8-2002 |
Getting ready for NorCal VI. Saving up my pennies. slawie | ||
| kimberly
Advanced Member Username: kimberly Post Number: 373 Registered: 1-2007 |
Nice video and with thinking back and walking down memory lane, what a great time that was! Thanks! Kimberly | ||
| aeijae
New Username: aeijae Post Number: 7 Registered: 12-2010 |
I am a San Francisco native currently serving in the Military. I will be home on leave for 3 weeks from my deployment during the Christmas/ New years holiday. I have a Custom bass being built right now that should be done by the time I get home. If any of you long time Alembic players would like to get together, I would really appreciate some pointers. regards, Lieutenant A.J. Weissmiller US Army Field Artillery | ||
| that_sustain
Junior Username: that_sustain Post Number: 50 Registered: 8-2012 |
I'd love to hear that fretless Series that Ken's playing on. Bet it's smooth a silk. The newer Alembic's are flashier, but there's something cool about the old Alembic basses. | ||
| hieronymous
Senior Member Username: hieronymous Post Number: 1156 Registered: 1-2005 |
A.J., I'm always up for a gather! We'll figure something out when the date gets closer. BTW, congrats on your upcoming Alembic!!! | ||
| aeijae
New Username: aeijae Post Number: 8 Registered: 12-2010 |
(Message edited by aeijae on November 25, 2012) | ||
| aeijae
New Username: aeijae Post Number: 9 Registered: 12-2010 |
Hieronymous, I will be back in town in the SF area on 20 Dec - 7 Jan I wanted to know if you or anybody else on this thread would be up to put together a gathering. The days 28 or 29 of Dec look good for me. Nevertheless, my days are flexible Anybody interested? Once we get confirmations, we'll decide on the logistics that will be most convenient for participants. | ||
| hieronymous
Senior Member Username: hieronymous Post Number: 1209 Registered: 1-2005 |
A.J. - I'm sorry I never got back to you on this - I ended up being super-busy at the end of the year. | ||
| hieronymous
Senior Member Username: hieronymous Post Number: 1210 Registered: 1-2005 |
Which reminds me - isn't it time to think about Northern California VI??? | ||
| mica
Moderator Username: mica Post Number: 7914 Registered: 6-2000 |
It is. I will start the ball a-rollin' and report back with some possible dates. | ||
| hieronymous
Senior Member Username: hieronymous Post Number: 1212 Registered: 1-2005 |
Thank you Mica!!! | ||
| rustyg61
Senior Member Username: rustyg61 Post Number: 771 Registered: 2-2011 |
My "Coco" will be 2 years old next month & I'm still waiting for my first Texas Gathering! Sigh...... | ||
| aeijae
Junior Username: aeijae Post Number: 12 Registered: 12-2010 |
I'll be back in the states mid June, I hope to make it. | ||
| mica
Moderator Username: mica Post Number: 7917 Registered: 6-2000 |
It's looking like May 11, but I'll firm things up shortly. | ||
| hieronymous
Senior Member Username: hieronymous Post Number: 1213 Registered: 1-2005 |
Darn, May 11 doesn't look good for me - there's a 95% chance I will be performing a wedding that afternoon/evening. But, if that's the only date, then I'll just have to attend in the morning! If I make it in the morning, that will be a first! | ||
| lbpesq
Senior Member Username: lbpesq Post Number: 5336 Registered: 7-2004 |
We gotta have Harry there! (And his double neck too!) Bill, tgo | ||
| kimberly
Advanced Member Username: kimberly Post Number: 388 Registered: 1-2007 |
Hi Guys! I was hoping to make it down again, but I'm gigging on the 11th. If the 11th ends up not working I'm pretty much open. Regards, Kimberly | ||
| mica
Moderator Username: mica Post Number: 7919 Registered: 6-2000 |
What about the 12th? | ||
| hieronymous
Senior Member Username: hieronymous Post Number: 1215 Registered: 1-2005 |
May 12 works great for me! The wedding was confirmed for May 11, but I could still make it in the morning. I've never been to one of these things for the whole day, but it would be nice to be there closer to the end rather than miss the end - especially as I'm usually one of the last to leave! ;) | ||
| kimberly
Advanced Member Username: kimberly Post Number: 390 Registered: 1-2007 |
Hi Mica! Sorry to say that unfortunately the 12th wouldn't work either. A week earlier or a week later for my scheduling would be good. :| Next time. Bestest, Kimberly  | ||
| moonliner
Intermediate Member Username: moonliner Post Number: 101 Registered: 12-2004 |
I've never been to one of these wonderful events. It looks like it would be a blast, and so far my schedule is open on the 11th. If the Starfire is ready by then it would make for an EXTREMELY fun and exciting way to pick it up :-) | ||
| kenbass4
Senior Member Username: kenbass4 Post Number: 411 Registered: 10-2003 |
Isn't May 12th Mother's Day? (Second Sunday of May, so it should be...) I can't on that day, my wife would take issue |
