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Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: Bassman8416 on March 20, 2016, 10:36:27 AM

Hey everybody. I am ready to buy one of these basses. I have the funds and I am ready to pull the trigger for the right bass. 4 strings only. Hope to hear from someone soon.
Thanks

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: Bassman8416 on March 20, 2016, 11:11:31 AM

May also consider a 34 scale Mark King as well as a nice Spoiler, thats not overpriced.
 
(Message edited by Bassman8416 on March 20, 2016)

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: jazzyvee on March 20, 2016, 12:04:53 PM

Here is one on Ebay, a 34 Mark King in Japan although I think the price is a bit off reality.  
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ALEMBIC-Mark-King-Signature-4string-1987-Super-Rare-Free-Shipping-/152020733992?hash=item2365245028:g:PhcAAOSwvgdW25ZZ (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ALEMBIC-Mark-King-Signature-4string-1987-Super-Rare-Free-Shipping-/152020733992?hash=item2365245028:g:PhcAAOSwvgdW25ZZ)

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: Bassman8416 on March 20, 2016, 01:48:48 PM

Yeah, thats way beyond what i can spend .

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: rv_bass on March 20, 2016, 02:53:27 PM

Here's one on Craigslist:
 
http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/msg/5435120082.html (http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/msg/5435120082.html)

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: pas on March 20, 2016, 03:01:10 PM

There is a fellow on the Facebook Alembic musical instruments page that has been trying to sell a Mark King Standard for the past several months.  It's 34 scale, grafted walnut top.  He's from the UK.  If you've never played a long scale Alembic before, I'd recommend trying one before buying.  1st position on an Alembic long scale is a serious stretch for some folks, myself included.  I just picked up a Distillate in December and love it.  The bass/treble cut & boost switches are very handy on a live stage.

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: Bassman8416 on March 20, 2016, 05:36:04 PM

After some thought...I am just looking for 32 basses. I do have hand issues. Thanks for all the help thus far....much appreciated.

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: Bassman8416 on March 20, 2016, 08:24:54 PM

I just purchased a DeArmond with Novaks, so Mark King is out. Looking primarily for a Spoiler or Distillate.
thanks

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: rv_bass on March 21, 2016, 07:07:54 PM

Here's a 32 Series 1 you might consider...
 
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/msg/5502070938.html (http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/msg/5502070938.html)

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: rv_bass on March 22, 2016, 05:59:11 AM

To add to the comment by pas, I think the body size and shape affects playability of long scale basses as well.  For instance, first position can be a challenge for my standard point series 1.  I compensate by wearing it a little higher and pivoting it to the right of my body to enable me to more easily play the first position.  In contrast, my Orion is long scale but has a better ergonomic design and is much easier to play.  I attribute this to the smaller body size and contoured stomach shaping, all of which reduces the distance to the first fret and makes it easier to reach and play the first position.  So, pas is right, if you are considering long scale, try out a few models to see what works best for you, if at all.  Have fun!

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: Bassman8416 on March 22, 2016, 06:20:41 AM

Thank you all for the sound advice...at this point I am only looking for Spoiler and Distillate basses. I have an SF-2 to pair it with so I feel the combination will be amazing.

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: dannobasso on March 24, 2016, 10:46:49 AM

I have an 83 Koa Spoiler bought new in 83 and refinished by Alembic in black. $2000 with case and a calzone road case if you'd like.
pictures down the page a bit.
http://club.alembic.com/Images/395/137397.html?1402675429 (http://club.alembic.com/index.php?topic=13421)

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: Bassman8416 on March 24, 2016, 12:33:45 PM

Hey Danno, the black Spoiler looks really nice and clean...was hoping for a wood finish though. Nothing shows up in a couple weeks or so, I may have a change of heart. Thank you for reaching out. I do have my fingers crossed for a Distillate, let a couple slip away this past month.

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: hankster on March 25, 2016, 07:07:36 AM

Check out this Distilate,  here (http://entertainment.ha.com/c/search-results.zx?N=53+793&chkNotSold=0&Ntk=SI_Titles-Desc&Nty=1&Ntt=Alembic&ic4=KeywordSearch-071515). Auction has a day left.

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: alembician on March 25, 2016, 07:42:48 AM

This Spoiler looks quite beautiful:
 
http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/msg/5505438423.html (http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/msg/5505438423.html)

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: piper on March 25, 2016, 08:00:44 AM

I have a Koa wood Spoiler for sale. Asking $1500. I just sent you an email with pictures bassman8416.

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: Bassman8416 on March 25, 2016, 09:49:14 AM

Hey Piper, I responded to your email!!!! Yeah I checked out the Spoiler in Washington...no interest whatsoever ton shipping the bass. I also made inquiry about the Distillate, no one really wants to give clear information about the bass, regarding the electronics. Rather deal with someone straight up here on the forum.

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: piper on March 25, 2016, 10:22:13 AM

I just emailed you back bassman8416.

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: pauldo on March 25, 2016, 04:14:35 PM

You really want a Distillate.
Mine shall be pried from my cold dead fingers . . . . just sayin'.
 
:-D

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: sonicus on March 25, 2016, 04:29:30 PM

I like mine too .

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: Bassman8416 on March 25, 2016, 04:44:00 PM

Yes, guess thats why you rarely see them available...wouldn't having a sustain block installed on a Spoiler improve things?

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: moongerm on March 25, 2016, 08:01:58 PM

I have contemplated selling my 32 Spoiler 5 string.

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: elwoodblue on March 25, 2016, 08:34:36 PM

The one on Seattle CL is a few houses from where I used to live...a few years ago I coulda helped you out...darn  
 
happy hunting

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: pas on March 25, 2016, 09:10:05 PM

Craig, the only real difference between the Spoiler and the Distillate is that the Distillate has the 2 3 position bass/treble cut boost switches and purpleheart neck laminates.  Sustain is not an issue.  My Spoiler and Distillate are both from '85 - neither has a sustain block and it's not a an issue at all.  My SC Deluxe is from '07 and has a sustain block.  There is no discernable difference in sustain between the 3 basses.  Frankly, I'd prefer not to have the sustain block - it's just an additional piece of brass that adds weight to an already heavy instrument.
 
(Message edited by PAS on March 25, 2016)

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: Bassman8416 on March 26, 2016, 12:11:19 AM

Thank you Paul. Piper has a really nice Koa wood Spoiler that I am definitely buying.

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: pas on March 26, 2016, 05:59:47 AM

Congrats Craig!  I think you'll really like it.  I'd have offered you my Spoiler, but it needs a little work done before it's ready to go.

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: Bassman8416 on March 27, 2016, 01:04:00 PM

A while back I was looking into the Distillate v Spoiler question....and Mica responded with
 
Very similar electronics, build on the same preamp. Distillate adds a bass and treble cut/flat/boost switch that in the flat position will behave exactly like a Spoiler.  
The Distillate body shape is a little different, with a flattened bottom, but a similar length upper horn. Both are standard 32 medium scale. Unless you had a solid Koa Spoiler, they should have more in common than not.
 Just wondering does solid Koa make the bass a better buy?

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: Bassman8416 on April 06, 2016, 06:51:12 AM

Moongerm, if you are still considering selling your 5-string Spoiler please contact me.
 
cfprivett@gmail.com (mailto:cfprivett@gmail.com)

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: moongerm on April 06, 2016, 07:15:56 AM

Will do tomorrow or Friday Craig. Busy day today and playing at Quinn's Beacon, NY tonight.

Title: WTB: Spoiler or Distillate 32" scale.
Post by: Bassman8416 on April 06, 2016, 07:27:50 AM

Hey thank you so much, have a great show.