Author Topic: #1??? (Read 790 times)

mike1762 · « **on:** June 10, 2010, 05:07:07 PM »

Isn't this #1???

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_rts3noH4F0&feature=related

sonicus · « **Reply #1 on:** June 10, 2010, 06:59:17 PM »

Yes Sir ! It is!
I have watched this video a few times in the past and it is a pity that the video quality is so very bad. I remember seeing Hot Tuna Play live many times locally back in the day and seeing Jack play THAT Bass just 6 feet in front of me . Some friends introduced me to Jack & Jorma a while back.

sonicus · « **Reply #2 on:** June 10, 2010, 07:31:48 PM »

I really LOVED the sound of that Bass. Mr. Jack Casady did some what in my opinion is unprecedented Bass playing innovations with this instrument. Some of the sounds are just AWESOME !!!!!! From his choice of technique ,signal processing & equipment THE BASS and of course HIM ! There are some great studio & live examples form this chronological period for more enjoyment available on CD and on the WEB.

(Message edited by sonicus on June 10, 2010)

benson_murrensun · « **Reply #3 on:** June 11, 2010, 11:24:07 AM »

I love HOT Tuna! Jack uses a Versatone amp for distortion. Try as I might I could not locate it on that stage; maybe because of the poor video quality, and maybe because it wasn't there. He says it works better with a semi-hollow bass.

sonicus · « **Reply #4 on:** June 11, 2010, 11:43:40 AM »

Yes the Versatone Amps !

I saw & heard him use them with 72-01( this Bass) @ Marx Meadow in Goldengate Park back in the 1970's along with a McIntosh 2300 and some Alembic A-15 cabs. I might know someone that still hass a few for sale, but they are not inexpensive and they look cheaply manufactured to be honest with you .

The GREAT Carol Kaye also likes Versatones!

benson_murrensun · « **Reply #5 on:** June 11, 2010, 01:01:48 PM »

It's possible that Jack might be interested in acquiring another Versatone or two... If you happen to find out more about those that might be for sale, I could notify him.

sonicus · « **Reply #6 on:** June 11, 2010, 04:11:43 PM »

That's right you did the Fur Peace Ranch workshops with Jack right?, That sounds like fun ! OK then I will see if I can make contact with this individual and will
contact you . Should I respond to the email address on your profile if the Versatone is still available ?

benson_murrensun · « **Reply #7 on:** June 13, 2010, 09:00:57 AM »

Yes on all points!

sonicus · « **Reply #8 on:** June 20, 2010, 03:23:38 PM »

@ Ben,
Good News! ______I will continue in an email to you .

serialnumber12 · « **Reply #9 on:** June 22, 2010, 07:22:25 AM »

Do you think Jack (cassidy) would be intrested in another old alembic since he regrets selling his beloved serialnumber#001

lbpesq · « **Reply #10 on:** June 22, 2010, 08:43:02 AM »

Keavin, my man, surely you're not even contemplating parting with Ol' #12???!!!!

Bill, tgo

serialnumber12 · « **Reply #11 on:** June 22, 2010, 09:09:15 AM »

if the price was rite id consider selling it to a rich rock star celebrity.........i even sent a pic to stanley & he was in awe of it.

(Message edited by serialnumber12 on June 24, 2010)

benson_murrensun · « **Reply #12 on:** June 22, 2010, 10:22:11 AM »

Keavin, I have no idea if he would be interested in acquiring #12. At FPR classes when folks would show up with a variety of interesting instruments (including my Epic) he seemed only mildly interested in playing any of them; he seemed fairly focused on getting the most from his signature model Epiphone. But this is all speculation...

lbpesq · « **Reply #13 on:** June 22, 2010, 12:41:05 PM »

Keavin:

In my view, Ol' #12 is already owned by a celebrity!

Bill, tgo

sonicus · « **Reply #14 on:** June 23, 2010, 07:59:06 PM »

It would be really cool if there were an ALEMBIC Jack Casady Signature Bass. Please excuse me If I am out of line with this statement but I just really appreciate what Mr. Casady has done for Bass Players . I am intrigued with what features this Bass would have . As always __
Sonic Regards !