Author Topic: Triple Omega long scale (Read 217 times)

kenonbass · « **on:** April 15, 2008, 06:02:38 AM »

I just bought this Tripple ;-) Omega. I've always wanted one of these, but haven't seen them very often. Can any give me a little background on this model and the electronic layout? (This is only my 2nd Alembic.) Did I pay a bit too much?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=260228922620

Ken

grok · « **Reply #1 on:** April 15, 2008, 06:25:12 AM »

Welcome to the club! Funny, I very nearly bid on this yesterday! I can't tell you much about it, (except that it's gorgeous), but I did ask the seller a question -- he confirmed it's a 34 scale, and it has anniversary electronics. There's a topic on this board for posting your serial number to get a build report that'll tell you a lot more information about the bass. Just go to the top of the board, go to the topic Owning an Alembic and then go into Serial Number, History Requests.

Mark

3rd_ray · « **Reply #2 on:** April 15, 2008, 11:51:48 AM »

Nice bass! I think this might be the same bass that's in this thread...

http://club.alembic.com/Images/411/2898.html

$3461 seems like a good price if it's in mint condition like they said.

s_wood · « **Reply #3 on:** April 15, 2008, 03:15:19 PM »

Yep, that's my old bass. I bought it used, too.
Glad to see that it's back in the hands of a Club member!

pauldo · « **Reply #4 on:** April 15, 2008, 08:08:29 PM »

Steve - why would someone get rid of such a beautiful instrument?

Mind you I am hoping not to be passing judgement as I got rid of a zebrawood Exploiter many years ago before a divorce ---- I regret it.

If my bank account would allow - I would just keep collecting bass after bass after bass....

kenonbass · « **Reply #5 on:** April 15, 2008, 08:11:07 PM »

Thanks for the background and the link! Glad to bring it back to club.

briant · « **Reply #6 on:** April 16, 2008, 12:13:27 AM »

That's awesome. Looks like it has Anniversary electronics in it. You got a great price for that instrument. Enjoy!

jacko · « **Reply #7 on:** April 16, 2008, 04:53:39 AM »

superb bass Ken. Congratulations and welcome to the club.

graeme

lowlife · « **Reply #8 on:** April 16, 2008, 04:59:21 AM »

Wow, I'm speachless. Play it healthy and welcome to the club.

Ellery (Lowlife)

kmh364 · « **Reply #9 on:** April 17, 2008, 04:56:54 AM »

Yeah, that one's a real beauty! Steve Wood has great taste and, to the best of my knowledge, still has some nice Alembics.

Cheers,

Kevin

eastcoastepic · « **Reply #10 on:** April 17, 2008, 05:30:14 AM »

Welcome to the club, Ken. Your new friend sure is beautiful! That is amazing top wood...you don't see too many like that.
Try this for your electronics: http://club.alembic.com/Images/16271/27398.html?1145728615
I have the Anniversary package in mine, and find it to be very versatile.
Best of luck!
Chris

s_wood · « **Reply #11 on:** April 17, 2008, 04:05:08 PM »

Kevin: I've still got more Alembics than sense - not to worry!

Pauldo: It wasn't easy for me to sell that bass, as the top is really spectacular, especially up close and in person. However, the Triple Omega body just isn't my cup of tea, and since I rarely play 4 string anymore I knew that someone else would love the bass more than I did. I'm glad I was right!

David Houck · « **Reply #12 on:** April 17, 2008, 06:22:05 PM »

Congrats Ken!! And welcome to the board!

kenonbass · « **Reply #13 on:** April 19, 2008, 11:42:30 AM »

The bass arrived yesterday and I am very impressed. Manageable weight (less than some of my J basses) and great tonal diversity with the Anniversary electronics. I'm really love the feel of the neck. I'm looking forward to getting to know it better. Thanks for all of the information. I'll try to post some more pictures later.

kenonbass · « **Reply #14 on:** May 01, 2008, 06:18:07 PM »

Found more info on my bass here...I love this beast.

1993 Custom 4 string long scale bass
Triple Omega Body shape JPJ style (soft points)
Mutant maple top (meaning it's got a bit of everything)
mahogany body
ebony fretboard
Anniversary electronics
walnut/maple/walnut pinstripes
maple/purpleheart neck
Brass hardware
Alembic Gold Tuners
perloid oval inlays
Gold plated logo
Completed 03/02/93