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[SOLD] Alembic Dragon Wing Deluxe • Quilted Maple
« on: February 07, 2026, 03:33:01 AM »
Alembic Dragon Wing Deluxe 2014 • Quilted Maple • Hard Case Included

For sale is a 2014 Alembic Dragon Wing bass in a stunning 5A Quilted Maple finish. Purchased direct from Alembic Guitars in Rohnert Park, CA., this instrument features premium tonewoods, Alembic’s MXY active electronics, gold plated hardware, and the iconic contoured Dragon Wing body style — a rare and highly collectible model. The bass is in excellent condition with virtually no play wear, crisp frets, and a clear, rich tone suited for studio and stage.

Details:
  • D.O.B.: 2014
  • Serial Number:  DW14032 USA
  • Scale: Long (34”)
  • Neck Recipe: 5 piece neck through-body with 2 Maple, 2 Purpleheart, 1 Ebony center core
  • Fretboard:  Ebony with Abalone inlays and no fret wear
  • LED fret markers: Amber per fret &  Red at 12th and 24th frets
  • Neck Width:  Nut - 1.625”; 12th fret -2.0" 24th fret - 2.20”
  • String Spacing (center to center at bridge): .73”
  • Body: 5A Quilted Maple top, mahogany core with purpleheart and maple accents, birdseye maple back with continuous wood battery and electronic covers
  • Logo: Inlayed Alembic Logo with Mother of Pearl and Abolone
  • Electronics:  Alembic MXY pickup set with 2 volume, 2 tone filters, 3-way Q-switches for 0-6-9db
  • Hardware:  Gold plated tuners, adjustable nut, bridge, tail piece, and straplocks.
  • Batteries:  9V battery for input, 4 - 9V batteries for LED’s
  • Condition: Excellent (as-new - no dings)
Includes:
  • Original Alembic G&G custom hard shell case
  • Alembic tool set
  • Alembic build sheet
  • Clear close-ups of serial number, headstock, and body condition in photos
  • Local Pickup or dropoff for Packaging / Shipment at Buyer Expense
Players and collectors alike value Alembic instruments for their build quality, sonic versatility, and enduring craftsmanship — this Dragon Wing is no exception. Own one of the most unique and collectible Alembic instruments


$12,500
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Alembic Dragon Wing Deluxe • Quilted Maple
« Reply #1 on: February 07, 2026, 03:48:21 AM »
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Re: Alembic Dragon Wing Deluxe • Quilted Maple
« Reply #2 on: February 07, 2026, 05:59:43 AM »
awesome bass. too bad 4-strings ain't my thing elsewise i might scuttle my fretless search and jump on this.  must.stay.focused.  good luck with your sale, sir!
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Re: Alembic Dragon Wing Deluxe • Quilted Maple
« Reply #3 on: February 07, 2026, 10:12:25 AM »
It’s an amazing bass.   I’ll add a photo of the LED’s.
It weighs 11 pounds, which is pretty light for an Alembic!


I wanted to offer this on the Alembic club before I post it on Talkbass or Reverb.   There Dragon Wings are so rare, I figured someone would want to pick it up.

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Re: Alembic Dragon Wing Deluxe • Quilted Maple
« Reply #4 on: February 08, 2026, 06:29:54 PM »
Incredible, no luck needed! All the very best, thank you for posting here first ⚡🏆✨

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Re: Alembic Dragon Wing Deluxe • Quilted Maple
« Reply #5 on: Yesterday at 06:33:12 AM »
Alembic Dragon Wing Deluxe 2014 • Quilted Maple • Hard Case Included

For sale is a 2014 Alembic Dragon Wing bass in a stunning 5A Quilted Maple finish. Purchased direct from Alembic Guitars in Rohnert Park, CA., this instrument features premium tonewoods, Alembic’s MXY active electronics, gold plated hardware, and the iconic contoured Dragon Wing body style — a rare and highly collectible model. The bass is in excellent condition with virtually no play wear, crisp frets, and a clear, rich tone suited for studio and stage.

Details:
  • D.O.B.: 2014
  • Serial Number:  DW14032 USA
  • Scale: Long (34”)
  • Neck Recipe: 5 piece neck through-body with 2 Maple, 2 Purpleheart, 1 Ebony center core
  • Fretboard:  Ebony with Abalone inlays and no fret wear
  • LED fret markers: Amber per fret &  Red at 12th and 24th frets
  • Neck Width:  Nut - 1.625”; 12th fret -2.0" 24th fret - 2.20”
  • String Spacing (center to center at bridge): .73”
  • Body: 5A Quilted Maple top, mahogany core with purpleheart and maple accents, birdseye maple back with continuous wood battery and electronic covers
  • Logo: Inlayed Alembic Logo with Mother of Pearl and Abolone
  • Electronics:  Alembic MXY pickup set with 2 volume, 2 tone filters, 3-way Q-switches for 0-6-9db
  • Hardware:  Gold plated tuners, adjustable nut, bridge, tail piece, and straplocks.
  • Batteries:  9V battery for input, 4 - 9V batteries for LED’s
  • Condition: Excellent (as-new - no dings)
Includes:
  • Original Alembic G&G custom hard shell case
  • Alembic tool set
  • Alembic build sheet
  • Clear close-ups of serial number, headstock, and body condition in photos
  • Local Pickup or dropoff for Packaging / Shipment at Buyer Expense
Players and collectors alike value Alembic instruments for their build quality, sonic versatility, and enduring craftsmanship — this Dragon Wing is no exception. Own one of the most unique and collectible Alembic instruments


$12,500

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Re: Alembic Dragon Wing Deluxe • Quilted Maple
« Reply #6 on: Yesterday at 07:17:17 PM »
Sold! 

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Re: [SOLD] Alembic Dragon Wing Deluxe • Quilted Maple
« Reply #7 on: Today at 05:38:52 AM »
congratulations on your sale. sure glad someone else snapped that up. another week or so of looking at that and i don't think i could've restrained myself.
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Re: [SOLD] Alembic Dragon Wing Deluxe • Quilted Maple
« Reply #8 on: Today at 07:51:17 AM »
Congrats.  The price was fair.....I just blew the budget last December so was difficult to pass on this one.
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Re: [SOLD] Alembic Dragon Wing Deluxe • Quilted Maple
« Reply #9 on: Today at 02:13:32 PM »
Congratulations! I'm glad to see 14032 find a new home among our group.
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2007 Quilted Cocobolo Custom 5-string Tribute-body Bass ("Scarlet")
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2003 Quilted Maple Series II Europa ("Almost Twins")
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