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Alembic products => Showcase => Series I Basses and Guitars => Topic started by: gregduboc on November 28, 2014, 12:15:59 PM

Title: Maple Burl Europa
Post by: gregduboc on November 28, 2014, 12:15:59 PM

Hey guys. I know I've been away for some time, only watching and not posting, and probably most of you won't remember me. Not that there is much to remember anyways... But I'm back  
 
So, just got this new bass. Got it from Steve, who is the original owner. Great guy that helped me out with everything in every possible way that I needed. Steve, you rock.
 
It's a custom Series I with an Europa body shape made in 1998, but trust me, it can pass as brand new.  
It has this beautiful, highly figured book matched to center Maple Burl top. Body is solid Mahogany and the neck has the classic Maple/Purple Heart recipe. No back laminate to save on weight.
 
Controls are not the usual Series I: Instead of Volume/Volume, it has Master Volume/Pan. No LEDs
 
This bass is a killer. Already took it to two gigs and can't say enough positive things about it. My new standard to which all others will be compared to. Now I just need to finish my rig so I can properly put it through my F-1X.
 
And, as I got it as an early Christmas gift for myself, here is the first shot of it, in the Christmas spirit! More pics to come when weather gets better.
 
Greg
 
 
 

Title: Maple Burl Europa
Post by: gregduboc on December 01, 2014, 12:51:12 PM

As the picture disappeared, here is a new one!
 
(http://club.alembic.com/Images/411/202156.jpg)

Title: Maple Burl Europa
Post by: gregduboc on December 01, 2014, 12:53:25 PM

And a close-up of the beautiful Maple Burl top!
 
(http://club.alembic.com/Images/411/202159.jpg)

Title: Maple Burl Europa
Post by: bassfingers on December 01, 2014, 12:58:33 PM

Stunning.I love that top.

Title: Maple Burl Europa
Post by: dadabass2001 on December 01, 2014, 01:10:22 PM

Beautifully elegant! You're a lucky man, Greg.
Mike

Title: Maple Burl Europa
Post by: FC Bass on December 01, 2014, 01:11:23 PM

Yeah, this one is extremely awesome! Congrats!

Title: Maple Burl Europa
Post by: mario_farufyno on December 01, 2014, 03:59:57 PM

great christmas gift!

Title: Maple Burl Europa
Post by: Enzo on December 08, 2014, 07:19:10 PM

Welcome back Greg!  Great score!

Title: Maple Burl Europa
Post by: jazzyvee on December 09, 2014, 01:12:30 AM

It goes without saying this is a superb bass. The burl pattern on it is incredible and I'm sure the sound does it justice. :-)

Title: Maple Burl Europa
Post by: smokin_dave on December 10, 2014, 04:16:15 PM

I have to say that the top on this bass is amazing.Congrats.

Title: Maple Burl Europa
Post by: flpete1uw on December 10, 2014, 05:24:04 PM

Greg,
  For the most part I'm not a big fan of burl basses, but this one knocks it out the park! The patterns on it are stunning. Beautifully  liquid and enchanting.  
Congratulations!
Pete

Title: Maple Burl Europa
Post by: gregduboc on December 12, 2014, 10:38:53 AM

Thanks guys!

Title: Maple Burl Europa
Post by: rv_bass on December 16, 2014, 01:35:00 PM

Wow, beautiful bass!

Title: Maple Burl Europa
Post by: pierreyves on December 28, 2014, 01:10:34 PM

I could have his big sister ;-)
http://www.alembic.com/info/ken_bass.html (http://www.alembic.com/info/ken_bass.html)

Title: Maple Burl Europa
Post by: funkyjazzjunky on December 29, 2014, 12:17:09 PM

Maple Burl and abalone inlays make an awesome combination.