https://www.talkbass.com/classifieds/alembic-epic-fretless-5.1687474/#comment-28608636

Alright, beendown, I figured this would get your attention.  It's unlined, 5-string, and has an Alembic logo.  So it checks those boxes.  Nice price too.  Could be a nice little bass to haul around worry-free.  I have no affiliation, just found it sipping coffee. 

QuoteAlright, beendown, I figured this would get your attention.

well it certianly did as those words always do.  thanx for the heads-up.  unfortunately i'm outta the bass market these days.  even if i find one that clicks all the boxes (long scale, unlined, 5 strings, series or anneversary elctronics, lit neck).  which i still have yet to see after 4 years of searching.

got an essence fiver fretless that's gonna hafta do.  i'd like to upscale it but it's gonna be my player until i hit the big sleep.

castle rock's aboot a half-hour south of me.  looks like the price isn't too unreasonable.  never played a set-neck.  not sure i'd know what to do.  good luck to all!

I dig this bass. I'd love a 5 string fretless, but I wouldn't use it enough to warrant making it an Alembic, even at that great price. My only question is the mention of Bartolini electronics.