Author Topic: Epic 5 on eBay (Read 238 times)

hasadari · « **on:** September 07, 2005, 04:16:48 AM »

http://cgi.ebay.com/Alembic-Epic-5-string-bass_W0QQitemZ7349076291QQcategoryZ4713QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

guineapig · « **Reply #1 on:** September 08, 2005, 02:51:15 AM »

Oh man! I just bought an Alembic Spoiler 4 string and now I really want a 5 string too (Is buying Alembic's addictive?)... This guy only ships in the USA. There's another one in the UK. http://cgi.benl.ebay.be/Alembic-Epic-Bass-Guitar_W0QQitemZ7349118403QQcategoryZ4713QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem#ebayphotohosting
The price is higher but still ok, no?
How does the sound of an Epic compare to a Spoiler? Is it something completely different? I really like the clear, bright but punchy sound of the Spoiler and I'm looking for the same thing in a 5-string.

(Message edited by GuineaPig on September 08, 2005)

jacko · « **Reply #2 on:** September 08, 2005, 03:22:06 AM »

Tom.
I can't answer the comparison question although with the Spoiler being neck through it will sustain alot. However, what I can say is if you're after a clear, punchy sound you can't go wrong with the Epic. I think most of the other Epic owners on here will agree that it's a superb bass for just about any application but being set-neck, the mids and highs are really accentuated (not to the detriment of the lows I hasten to add). I've found that I can get a really full slap sound and a nice aggressive throaty growl, just by changing my fingering technique. I've had mine since 1996 and I still love it. I'm currently using DR fat beams 'marcus Miller' signature 45 - 125 strings. Again, these really help the bass sing out. Hope this is helpful.

Graeme

David Houck · « **Reply #3 on:** September 08, 2005, 05:43:54 AM »

In addition to what Graeme said about the difference between set necks and though necks, the other major difference between an Epic and a Spoiler is the electronics. The Spoiler is Volume, Pickup Selector, Filter, Q. The Epic is Volume, Pan, Bass, Treble.

guineapig · « **Reply #4 on:** September 08, 2005, 05:57:56 AM »

Thank you both for your answers. I did some further research on the web and found some very good reviews on the Epic. This bass could be what I'm looking for. I asked the seller for some extra info. I have doubts about the pricetag though... Seems like a lot of people paid less for used Epic's.