Author Topic: Series II 5 string on eBay (Read 903 times)

olieoliver · « **Reply #15 on:** June 15, 2006, 11:59:21 AM »

This has the power supply and 21' cable with it. We somtime play at differant churchs and they have their own rig.
Is the DS-5 a rack mount power supply?

lbpesq · « **Reply #16 on:** June 15, 2006, 12:07:37 PM »

Olie:

My understanding is that the difference between Series I and II is the Q switch. Series I has a 3 position toggle, while Series II has a rotary pot that is continuously variable. Otherwise they are the same. (I'm sure I'll be corrected if I'm wrong about this). So the relevant issues when it comes to using batteries are:

1. Is the 1/4 jack wired in mono or stereo? The older ones are wired stereo, so if you plug in a mono cord you get neck pickup only. The newer ones are wired mono - a regular cord works fine. I'm not sure when the change was made but I think it was late 80's or early 90's. I've heard of people getting a stereo/mono switch installed as a mod. Also, it is apparently not too difficult to rewire a stereo jack as a mono. Here is a link to Mica's posting on the subject. Notice this states the change was made in 1988, so your's is likely already wired for mono.

http://club.alembic.com/Images/16271/24370.html?1138068087

And then, of course;

2. Battery life issues, the main one being whether or not it has LEDs as these really suck a battery.

Bill, tgo

lbpesq · « **Reply #17 on:** June 15, 2006, 12:12:53 PM »

Olie:

The DS-5 is the old little box. The rack mount unit (the one curently offered by Alembic) is the DS-5R. I'm looking for a DS-5. If your's comes with the DS-5 box and you want the rack mount unit maybe we can work a trade?

Bill, tgo

olieoliver · « **Reply #18 on:** June 15, 2006, 12:23:36 PM »

If the 1/4 jack happens to be stereo, can you solder a stero male plug on one end of a cable and sloder a jumper between the tip and sleeve connections in the stereo jack so you could use it on any amp and get both p/u's?

olieoliver · « **Reply #19 on:** June 15, 2006, 12:32:41 PM »

DUH! Guess I should have read the link to Micas post first. Looks like my diagram will work but I need to use a 20K resistir between each terminal, tip and ring. Like this?

mikedm · « **Reply #20 on:** June 15, 2006, 12:49:46 PM »

LOL, amen, brother. Although, I'm pretty sure the only Alembic I'd ever get for Father's Day would be on a mug.
I'd like to get together before the Summer runs out, that Series II Mesquite's not that far away. I'll check my calendar and write you off-line.

Mike

(Message edited by groovelines on June 15, 2006)

olieoliver · « **Reply #21 on:** June 15, 2006, 01:21:22 PM »

Hey Mike....HOW 'BOUT THEM MAVS. I think Dirk is about due for killer game! We went to that Mavs watching party at the AA center Tuesday night and even though they lost it was still a blast. Best 5 bucks I've ever spent.
And yea man, drop me a line Plano ain't 'dat far.
I know a killer drummer I can get to come over too.

fclef6 · « **Reply #22 on:** June 15, 2006, 03:23:48 PM »

Ollie,
Congrats on the SII. I'm a new member but have followed this site for some time. I was seriously considering this bass and got cold feet, mostly because of my concerns over the weight. My old worn-out shoulder has cost me too much money at the chiropractor, so I think I'll look for a lighter instrument like my Essence. I have been in touch with the owner and I believe he is also a club member. He was very helpful to me. FYI, I have posted a serial number history request already so you can check that out when it's done. I'm SOOOOO jealous!
Jim

mikedm · « **Reply #23 on:** June 15, 2006, 03:31:35 PM »

The Mavs. It's in their eyes, they won't be denied. e-mail sent.

adios,
Mike

fmm · « **Reply #24 on:** June 15, 2006, 09:11:07 PM »

If it had been a fretless it would have been the beginning of Psalms 37-1

olieoliver · « **Reply #25 on:** June 15, 2006, 09:27:47 PM »

Hi F. Michael Miller, I'm still laughing at that one. I wonder how many people got it ? LOL

The Mavs must of turned their heads tonight man. OUCH!

lbpesq · « **Reply #26 on:** June 16, 2006, 07:45:40 AM »

FMM:

FUNNY! Even this jewish boy can get it (was there life before google?).

Bill, tgo

mikedm · « **Reply #27 on:** June 16, 2006, 08:19:27 AM »

fmm, too funny.

Olie, how many times have you seen/heard an sports annoucer say something akin to he's got the surest hands in the league, only to watch the player fumble the ball away the very next play? I jinxed them. It's rare that I make any definitive statement about sporting teams, should have kept my hopeful mouth shut. At least the Mavs can win it at home. Oops, did I do it again?

olieoliver · « **Reply #28 on:** June 16, 2006, 08:38:00 AM »

Well Bill it is Old Testament.

The next two in a row Mike, Dirks due for another 50 pointer and Stack will be hitting those 3's like they're on sale!
106 to 94 Sunday night favor of the MAVS. Thats right folks you heard it here first!

fmm · « **Reply #29 on:** June 16, 2006, 10:11:56 AM »

For those of us who play string bass:
Psalms 49:14
Psalms 111:1
Psalms 112:2

and my personal favorite
Psalms 2:7