Author Topic: Oh man, ya'all gotta see this Alembic copy..... (Read 290 times)

fretted4 · « **on:** November 21, 2004, 07:23:34 PM »

Just got finished surfin the ebay waves and stumbled across this interesting homemade copy , what do you all think???
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=3763974538&fromMakeTrack=true

kungfusheriff · « **Reply #1 on:** November 21, 2004, 11:22:58 PM »

I think he's got some gall (dig that logo), and there are probably a lot of unsoldered connections floating around in the electronics cavity.
That said, he's obviously ambitious and has a degree of talent and could make some nice instruments if he follows the right path.

jet_powers · « **Reply #2 on:** November 22, 2004, 07:07:26 AM »

I'll give the guy credit. Seems to have done a nice job. Way better than this guy I ran into a few weeks back whose band was on the same bill with mine. He built his own bass too. Out of 2x4's! It sounded as you might expect. Thankfully the rest of the band was... well, they weren't good and I wan't too sure sure which element was making me naseous!!!!!

JP

rami · « **Reply #3 on:** November 22, 2004, 08:12:37 AM »

That's a really cool Bass! I think this guy has more that a little talent. It's not fair to second guess what probably is or isn't in the control cavity. He obviously knows more than most of us to build such a Bass. And give him credit for his honesty. He doesn't claim any relation to Alembic.
He's a true Entwistle fan.

If I could make my own Bass...

lbpesq · « **Reply #4 on:** November 22, 2004, 10:58:10 AM »

The bass is, admittedly, very impressive for a homemade job. But do you think he got permission from Alembic to copy the logo? I know I don't like someone else attaching my name to their work without my knowledge or approval.

Bill, tgo

rami · « **Reply #5 on:** November 22, 2004, 11:34:32 AM »

We can't really tell if he copied the Alembic logo. It does have the shape of the logo, but is it close enough to pass for an Alembic? It's difficult to tell. I think the important point is that he clearly states that it's not an Alembic, and that it was not made with any Alembic parts. To me, it looks like a fantastic tribute to a legendary Bass player by a dedicated fan.

mgirouard3 · « **Reply #6 on:** November 22, 2004, 11:44:06 AM »

I think the bass is pretty cool. I really like when people take on DIY projects, and that bass is pretty impressive. Also, that is not an Alembic logo. I magnified the picture and although it may look similar it is not the logo.

poor_nigel · « **Reply #7 on:** November 22, 2004, 12:02:25 PM »

I don't think Marvel Comics is going to sue (or even say anything) anyone who makes a Spider-man suit that looks to close to the comic character's costume, unless they plan to mass produce it. A zealous fan made himself his hero's bass - good for him. Personally, I hope he does well on his auction. He says he got one closer to the real thing. I wonder if he got hold of a real Spider or Exploiter? If so, great!

lindoom · « **Reply #8 on:** November 22, 2004, 12:20:12 PM »

YEAH MAN!! I think it's pretty cool, ya know not everyone can afford an Alembic. I wonder how it sounds? he also has a buzzard for sale.

dela217 · « **Reply #9 on:** November 22, 2004, 01:47:23 PM »

I looked at that one too. I think it is quite impressive! If I were to do that, it would be more abstract, and hard to tell if it were a bass or not. I think the guy has some talent. As far as the logo goes, it looks like some little guy in a Chinese hat. Check it out.

bsee · « **Reply #10 on:** November 22, 2004, 02:01:42 PM »

It looks nice in the pictures, but, objectively, it's hard to tell what the real features are. Are the webs painted on or inlaid, for example? What sort of electronics are in there, and how much of the switchwork is present only for show?

If I were a high schooler doing a Who tribute, this would be outstanding if it sounds remotely like a bass. Personally, I think it's great that someone wanted to do this enough to take this much time and effort.

hydrargyrum · « **Reply #11 on:** November 22, 2004, 02:20:36 PM »

He mentions in the post that the webs are painted on. I think his honesty combined with his admiration of the instrument are a sign of the true reverence for John Entwistle that so many people share around here. BTW, has anyone ever checked out American Guitars: An Illustrated History? Not only is there a informative section about Alembic in the book, but it is just amazing to see how many guitars are featured from John's personal collection.

zappahead · « **Reply #12 on:** November 23, 2004, 06:21:16 AM »

I have that book (American guitars). If its the one Im thinking of then it also has a photo of Ron and Susan in it as well, posing with one of their guitars. It even covers some of the better made Alembic copies.

hydrargyrum · « **Reply #13 on:** November 23, 2004, 08:17:42 AM »

Hmm, that sounds different than my copy. Mine features three basses, and a history of Alembic with a brief update and quote from Mica. I guess I'll have to check and see if I can find the book you are talking about.

senmen · « **Reply #14 on:** November 23, 2004, 10:12:04 AM »

Guys,
the person that is selling his homemade Spyder is a real gentle person and a die-hard JE fan like me.
Yes, he also has a limited Spyder with the V-headstock from last year with some extra features.
He also owns one of Johns original instruments.

Many greetings from another JE fanatic...
Oliver (Spyderman)