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Title: BBE1020'S SERIES II
Post by: Brian Ceasar (bbe1020) on August 01, 2002, 07:26:00 PM

Hello Geoff, as you can see, the bass has settled into its new home quite well. (http://club.alembic.com/Images/411/1241.jpg)

Title: BBE1020'S SERIES II
Post by: Brian Ceasar (bbe1020) on August 01, 2002, 07:35:14 PM

Here's my rack gear. (http://club.alembic.com/Images/411/1244.jpg)

Title: BBE1020'S SERIES II
Post by: Brian Ceasar (bbe1020) on August 01, 2002, 07:43:58 PM

Another look...(http://club.alembic.com/Images/411/1247.jpg)

Title: BBE1020'S SERIES II
Post by: Brian Ceasar (bbe1020) on August 01, 2002, 07:51:32 PM

For those who are/were in the military...
 
Ahhh Bouut Face(http://club.alembic.com/Images/411/1252.jpg)

Title: BBE1020'S SERIES II
Post by: Brian Ceasar (bbe1020) on August 01, 2002, 07:55:57 PM

Bottom's Up?(http://club.alembic.com/Images/411/1255.jpg)

Title: BBE1020'S SERIES II
Post by: Brian Ceasar (bbe1020) on August 01, 2002, 08:00:56 PM

Inlaid logo(http://club.alembic.com/Images/411/1258.jpg)

Title: BBE1020'S SERIES II
Post by: Brian Ceasar (bbe1020) on August 01, 2002, 08:05:00 PM

Purple Heart Neck Laminants(http://club.alembic.com/Images/411/1262.jpg)

Title: BBE1020'S SERIES II
Post by: Brian Ceasar (bbe1020) on August 01, 2002, 08:08:36 PM

Hippie Sandwich Anyone?(http://club.alembic.com/Images/411/1265.jpg)

Title: BBE1020'S SERIES II
Post by: Brian Ceasar (bbe1020) on August 01, 2002, 08:15:10 PM

They made the series II take a time out...(http://club.alembic.com/Images/411/1268.jpg)

Title: BBE1020'S SERIES II
Post by: Jan Riviere (janriviere) on August 01, 2002, 11:15:29 PM

Hi Brian
 
That's a very nice series II ! Congratulations.
 
Could you give u some additional info about the bass : year of birth, woods, options, ... etc.
I understand you bought it, from another club member, Geoff ?
 
Peace
Jan

Title: BBE1020'S SERIES II
Post by: Brian Ceasar (bbe1020) on August 02, 2002, 05:10:44 AM

Yes Jan, the bass was purchased from Geoff (gmt65)after a few hit and miss efforts to get in contact with one another. When we finally made the connection, it was remarkable to learn that we were both in the same tri-state area; MD, DC, VA.
Anyhow, the bass was built in 2001,options include Flame Walnut Superb top and back(continuos)Inlaid logo, Abalone oval inlays. I'll have to get the actual history from MICA, if possible. The serial number is 0112520 USA.

Title: BBE1020'S SERIES II
Post by: Brian Ceasar (bbe1020) on August 02, 2002, 05:15:44 AM

Heart omega cutout also

Title: BBE1020'S SERIES II
Post by: Charles David Tichenor (alembic76407) on August 02, 2002, 05:41:27 AM

I'm eating my omega heart out !!!!
very nice !!!!!

Title: BBE1020'S SERIES II
Post by: Geoffrey Taylor (gmt65) on August 04, 2002, 07:59:40 AM

Hey Brian...looks good!  I knew that she was going to a good home!  She is a keeper.  Do you have enough stuff in your signal chain?
 
Thanks for the info on the cables.  
 
Geoff

Title: BBE1020'S SERIES II
Post by: Brian Ceasar (bbe1020) on August 05, 2002, 05:53:59 AM

Hey Geoff, what about a F2-B? (ha, ha, ha) You are so right, this bass is definitely a KEEPER. The ZAOLLA is a good cable, I KNOW you will like it.  
Keep in touch, Brian

Title: BBE1020'S SERIES II
Post by: Rami Sourour (rami) on August 10, 2002, 03:18:12 PM

That's one seriously gorgeous bass.  As you may know, I'm a BIG fan of dark woods.  My series II is in Burl Walnut.  I love the natural red and green highlights in the wood.  WOW!  I think I'm jealous!

Title: BBE1020'S SERIES II
Post by: mark k palmer (jordislappa42) on August 11, 2002, 03:46:21 PM

Hi, lovely set up you have there am I right in thinking she,s a balance point??
BTW I notce you have a BBE 462,do they make alot of difference??
I am concidering adding one of these,or an Aphex model 204 Exiter.Any comments?
Regards,Mark Palmer.

Title: BBE1020'S SERIES II
Post by: Paul Lindemans (palembic) on October 08, 2002, 02:40:53 AM

Brian,
 
this is a very nice instrument. In fact: I think we are related (haha - in instrument). You'll see as soon my pictures are ready and posted up here!
Keep on the low-end!
 
Paul

Title: BBE1020'S SERIES II
Post by: Brian Ceasar (bbe1020) on October 08, 2002, 05:30:50 AM

Paul, I sorta have an idea of what your refering to, based on the picture in your profile. I can't wait to see a color photo of your series II, but from what I'm able to see thus far, your bass is gorgeous to say the least.

Title: BBE1020'S SERIES II
Post by: Peter Jonas (peter_jonas) on November 23, 2002, 02:39:44 AM

Hi Brian,
 
Very nice bass indeed. If I am not mistaken it was made for the 2001 NAMM, and a few weeks later it was offered for sale by Bass North West in Seattle. I was interested in buying it myself and saved the photos of the bass from their website. Unfortunately, it disappeared very quicly, before I could even think about it twice. The unique woodgrain but especially the lighter cross streaks on the front just under the hum cancelling block make this one fairly unmistakeble.
 
I am glad to see it has found a good home.
 
Cheers,
 
Peter Jonas
 
(http://club.alembic.com/Images/411/2433.jpg)
For sale at BNW in June 2001

Title: BBE1020'S SERIES II
Post by: Brian Ceasar (bbe1020) on November 23, 2002, 10:05:46 AM

Jonas, it certainly looks the same. The only exception is that the filter, pickup volume knobs, and master volume knob are different. Hmmm... I prefer the knobs that are shown in your photograph which are identical to the knobs on my (2) previous signature model basses. Oh well, I can always replace them, right? Thanks for the photo and info

Title: BBE1020'S SERIES II
Post by: wishbass on April 14, 2012, 02:37:53 PM

Of all the standard bodies,I like this the best.Not many got made either.Very nice....=)

Title: BBE1020'S SERIES II
Post by: funkyjazzjunky on April 16, 2012, 09:08:46 AM

Is that a proto Balance K body?

Title: BBE1020'S SERIES II
Post by: wishbass on April 16, 2012, 09:29:20 AM

Yes,it was the in between step.I believe the guy,for whom the Balance K is named after,had one,and then wanted another more slimmed down version for reduced weight.That bass was a COTM back around '02 or so which was the 1st Balance K.That being said,I've always liked the feel of larger bodied basses compared to the more compact versions.

Title: BBE1020'S SERIES II
Post by: funkyjazzjunky on April 16, 2012, 09:54:30 AM

Stunning

Title: BBE1020'S SERIES II
Post by: wishbass on April 16, 2012, 10:00:49 AM

Agreed.If you want to see another, check out the supreme walnut example on the home page,under wood samples.Also there is a lefty w/a pistol grip called Raging Bass,and one called Hot Lava in the COTM archives.The later has been slightly shaved down to be slimmer on the back end.All 3 are gorgeous!