Kevin, you are right. I don't think I would ever see a render from anyone, looking better than the real thing.  
 
In fact, I think it's IMPOSSIBLE to rendered an Alembic drawing, to look better than the real thing.  
 
Thanks for the complements.  
 
Peace and Love
 
 
 
(Message edited by the_jester on December 17, 2009)

FunkyJazzyJunky,
 
Thank you man. Much love to you... right on!

Hal, I tend to agree with Kevin. When I saw your first renderings, I was not quite sure about the shape. Thing is, I do respect that you did step out of the typical Alembic box so to speak. But seeing the latest full images of the Toma_Hawk, it only confirms how design ideas can just come to life when seeing solid form. Have fun, good job!

Tim,
 
I am happy this bass had restored a degree of faith. Both you and Kevin made this FTC more valuable, and you are in good company.
 
BTW, Thomas Lieber also sent his personal and warm remarks to the Toma_Hawk build.  
 
Peace and Love -

It didn't occur to me how much was carved out for the controls and such until I saw the photos. It's going to be very light. It's basically a semi-hollow bass.
 
Not quite like a Series 1, but still...

It's  a lean mean funk machine! Hal, the Toma_Hawk looks brilliant.

It's great to see how this Bass has been growing up uppon our eyes. I can say that it shocked me at first sight, too. But each time I see it, it keeps grabbing me on more and more. First I thought it could ends odd, but now I see all its beautyness. Its look imposes itself more emphaticly than any text you've posted here, Hal (although following your enthusiasm has been really motivating, you know).
 
Hal, this Bass carries the strengh of your soul. All the best!
 
(Message edited by mario farufyno on December 19, 2009)

Thanks Garth, I love your custom too! (I actually wanted it enough, to own.)  
 
Here's my scale of wanting something...
 
If I look at something more than 3 or more times, means: it's beautiful and I want it someday;  
 
If I glance at something 2-3 times, means: I like it and could/would consider owning it someday;  
 
If I glance 1-2 times, means: it looks cool, but and I could accept it easily, as a gift, but I could never buy it for myself.
 
If I glance 1 time, means: I would never want it even as a gift.    
 
Peace and Love!

Hal, I forgot... What is the inlay pattern that the Toma_hawk is going to have?
 
Greg

Greg, no inlays for the Toma_Hawk; nor will there be the traditional mother of pearl oval inlays.
 
This bass will emphasize the beauty of Ebony wood.
 
Also, no monograms, initials, or personal messages will be created. The shape alone, is my personal signature.
 
Peace and Love -
 
 
 
(Message edited by the_jester on December 20, 2009)

Altgrendel,
 
Here's my 1976 Short Body Series I compared to my Toma_Hawk bass.
 
Space for both basses are around the same size.  
Both backs are beautiful, and very well appointed for the controls. Hopefully, the Toma_Hawk is lighter, I am getting old dude  
 
I can look on the back of a bass, and know it's an Alembic...  
 
Peace and Love -
 
 
 
(Message edited by the_jester on December 20, 2009)

Nice palette

My two Alembic chopping boards.

Happy NEW YEAR!!!