Author Topic: Series 1 stanley clarke for an Europa or Elan? (Read 368 times)

FC Bass · « **on:** June 18, 2006, 08:56:59 AM »

Hi! I'm close in obtaining a 1983 Alembic Stanley Clarke with Series 1 electronics.
The headstock has a crack but is pro repaired by local Alembic dealer.
I'm just wondering if anyone (preferably Europe, holland) is interested in swapping it for a Europa or Elan 4 / 5 or 6 string?
Cheers!
F.C.

(Message edited by fc_spoiler on June 18, 2006)

lbpesq · « **Reply #1 on:** June 18, 2006, 09:07:20 AM »

FC:

If you've never played a Series instrument before, I wouldn't be so quick about arranging a trade before you have the opportunity to put it through it's paces. Try it, I suspect you'll like it. VERY much. There is nothing like a Series instrument.

Bill, tgo

FC Bass · « **Reply #2 on:** June 19, 2006, 04:27:03 AM »

Thanx! I do love the idea of Series electronics, but i'm not sure if the scale length will work out for me. I've got a 32' scale Spoiler that works fine, maybe you're right and I should try it for a while.
But if anyone can make me an offer Ican't refuse...

angelboy · « **Reply #3 on:** June 21, 2006, 05:25:38 AM »

Can you post some pictures. I might be interested if the price is right.

jazzyvee · « **Reply #4 on:** June 21, 2006, 10:27:26 AM »

I'm in Europe and like angelboy I may be interested at the right price.
Again some pictures would focus the mind.
Jazzyvee

FC Bass · « **Reply #5 on:** June 21, 2006, 12:43:45 PM »

When the bass is mine I will post some pics. (on request A LOT!) It doesn't feel right to me posting pictures from the seller, I'm not selling the bass for him...
I'm going to see the bass next week, if i'm not buying I'll give you a link to the seller
Price is right and will stay right. Money Is not my motive at all, I just wanna end up with a very nice Bass that im comfortable with. I think the Spoiler and Elan are the best bass shapes ever and I already have the Spoiler. That's why I asked for an Elan, Europa is also fine.
Cheers!
F.C.

FC Bass · « **Reply #6 on:** June 28, 2006, 06:16:05 AM »

Hello! well I went to see the Bass today. It was a very nice one and I can see why you guys are so fond of the series electronics, wicked! Sadly it was out of my financial reach... I brought my Fender Jazz Bass but couldn't get what I wanted for it. So the bass is still for sale! Location: Hilversum Holland . I'ts offered by the official Alembic dealer for the BeNeLux, so I guess oversea shipping won't be a problem. Here it is:
http://connectionbult.com/bass/instruments.html#Basgitaren
Well, lets chance this Thread into: Fender 1996 limited edition Anniversary Jazz Bass V (five string)for Alembic 4 string Elan / Europa?...

I think I'll just start a new thread, there will be pictures

tbrannon · « **Reply #7 on:** June 28, 2006, 12:32:49 PM »

Wow...that store has some *very* nice Alembics in stock. I've always loved the EVH model, but haven't seen that many in one place before.

If only I had several thousand to spare- I love buckeye and walnut tops!

Good luck on moving that Fender

kungfusheriff · « **Reply #8 on:** June 28, 2006, 12:45:51 PM »

That's actually not a bad price, even considering the weak state of the dollar. Wish I could get the pic to load...grumble grumble.

tbrannon · « **Reply #9 on:** June 28, 2006, 12:51:31 PM »

KFS-
be glad you can't get that pic to load. I've got the shakes here.....that EVH 5 is killing me softly~

If you think the US dollar is weak, do a conversion from NZ dollars to Euros. That will cheer you up. =)

kungfusheriff · « **Reply #10 on:** June 28, 2006, 01:18:06 PM »

tbrannon -- tried it running Internet Explorer. Yow. That's exactly what I was looking for before succumbing to a Turner, which is a damned good country and western bass but no Alembic Series 1.
I've e-mailed EVH with a trade offer. We'll see.

tbrannon · « **Reply #11 on:** June 28, 2006, 02:07:59 PM »

I'll be living vicariously through you. Good luck-
Toby

FC Bass · « **Reply #12 on:** June 28, 2006, 02:09:30 PM »

I felt like I was in heaven today!
The sound was stunning... Maybe I should have my Spoiler upgraded to series I
The damage is repaired very well, and it's light weight! (short scale and semi hollow body)
Good luck!

FC Bass · « **Reply #13 on:** June 28, 2006, 02:13:22 PM »

Check the bass here:
http://club.alembic.com/Images/393/10494.html?1087735492

EVH confirmd it was not stolen, he imported it himself back in '83

FC Bass · « **Reply #14 on:** June 29, 2006, 01:46:02 AM »

I saw on EvH site this bass has been sold!
Did anyone here get it?
Cheers F.C.