Isn't that what Hanibal Lector said in silence of the lambs before he ate someones face off.
 
Jazzyvee

Shoji,
 
When you get your bass (in hands), you will find a beautiful virtue in the time it took to create it.  
 
Know that your bass is with its creator and who would be better qualified to know what is best than the Alembic team?
 
You have a good problem my friend...  
 
Many people would hope and dream, for the realities you embarked today. I am happy for you, and I hope others an opportunity to wait for something as meaningful and special as a quality instrument that is built to withstand the test of time... My current Alembic is over 30 years old, and still kicks undisputed ass against any other brand out there...
 
Peace-

Your bass is now the very next one that my dad will do the calibration on:

So I think it's likely we'll be coordinating the shipping before the end of the month.  
 
It's absolutely beautiful!

It sure is that! Congratulations Shoji, Play it Healthy!

Ohhhh, she's so beautiful, I got to sing a Standard...
 
A one ana two...
Chi-gumm Chi-goom goom goom...
 
Be wise. Be fair. Be sure. Be there. Behave. Beware.
 
Be wise, be smart, behave, my heart
Don't upset your cart when she's so close
Be soft, be sweet, but be discreet
Don't go off your feet, she's to close for comfort
 
Too close, too close for comfort, no, not again
Too close, too close to know just when to say when
 
Be firm, be fair, be sure, beware
On your guard, take care, while there's such temptation
 
One thing leads to another
Too late to run for cover
She's much too close for comfort now...
 
Enjoy the journey with her...

Beautiful Bass!

Mica,
 
Thanks for the pic, but more pics would be deeply appreciated to see neck inlays.
 
Shoji

Shoji,
That is a beautiful bass! Congrats.  Trust me, you will forget all about the wait time once it is in your hands.  Like others have already said, Alembic is a small company producing unmatched, custom instruments. Also coco bolo does not always respond to the finishing process as they hope on the first try. I believe this is due to it's oil. Have faith that Alembic will create the best possible bass they can for you.  
Now if you really want to wait a long time for a bass, try ordering a new Rickenbacker! And those are assembly line basses with no custom orders with a much longer wait.

Mica,  
 
How's the calibration going?  
 
Shoji

It's... complete! I hope to have some more pictures for you later today, and a report after I get a chance to play it.

I just love this bass!

Mica,  
 
Still expecting the pics as you mentioned.  
 
Shoji

Here's some pretties!  

 

 

 

 

  Be prepared for a big sound.

That is stunning!  The beveled headstock is so nice. Enjoy Shoji!

The headstock on this instrument is awesome . I really like that beveled detail.  And the ALEMBIC logo is about the nicest that I have ever seen !  Congratulations !