Author Topic: I see it, want it, but not sure why... (Read 105 times)

kenonbass · « **on:** October 07, 2009, 05:43:36 AM »

Hi, I came across this bass on ebay...for some reason, I've always wanted a traditional S1 even thought I have an amazing triple omega with signature electronics. What would I be losing/gaining by going with this bass? I slap over the frets at the neck now and have always wondered if I could slap on these older models.
Here's the bass in question.

http://cgi.ebay.com/1977-Alembic-Series-I-4-String-Bass-Great-Shape_W0QQitemZ270466442607QQcmdZViewItemQQssPageNameZRSS:B:SRCH:US:101

Thanks,

Ken

serialnumber12 · « **Reply #1 on:** October 07, 2009, 06:24:16 AM »

that bass is super clean!

(Message edited by serialnumber12 on October 07, 2009)

lbpesq · « **Reply #2 on:** October 07, 2009, 08:40:40 AM »

I just looked and the ad states a 34 scale.

Bill, tgo

llobsterbass · « **Reply #3 on:** October 07, 2009, 08:46:23 AM »

some have said slap style is impeded by pickup selector switch on the lower horn. haven't looked at the 77 you're considering, but a previous owner modified my 78 S1 to move that switch to the lower body. much better.

pace · « **Reply #4 on:** October 08, 2009, 12:49:29 PM »

I'll drive down and check it out in person, if anyone is seriously interested in this one. The BIN is a bit high for me.