Why are Stanley's so Popular?

[jazzyvee]

I have had my SC DX model ( coco bola top and back with purpleheart neck lams) for just under 4 years now and used it on virtually all my bass gigs since then.  
 
I've never felt there was not enough bass on any gig at all. In fact on gone gig I had with one of the former members of the reggae band Steel Pulse, he told me it was the best bass sound he had ever heard.
 
So there is nothing lacking there, sustain is incredible as with all alembics. It is far easier to play than my Europa 5, however it does feel heavier and distinctly different in sound.
 
I think they are popular because they are exceptionally good, well made basses, easy to play and maintain.
 
It's also obvious that their popularity is also due to the name association too. However not taking anything away from the fact that when you are paying that much for a bass, name or no name.... it has to be good....!! and it is.....!!!

[naxalez]

You know, This is Alembic! Everythings can happen with these stuff, yes, also a big sound in just 30 Scale bass.
 
As you know, others try to making a longer neck to provide a big bottom low. But this stuff just only 30 to be the same at 35
 
(Message edited by naxalez on May 09, 2006)
 
(Message edited by davehouck on May 10, 2006)

[eligilam]

RE:  Playing Stanley short scale:
 
1.  I only play short scale basses with super-light Rotosound Funkmasters.  For me, nothing like that flappy, snappy, fishing-line feel.  Every fingered note sounds like a slap lick.  
 
2.  Generally, if your hands are big enough to palm a standard basketball, then you can play from the root to the thirteenth in one position on a short scale neck, although it sorta hurts.  
 
3.  Oh, and I like the Stanley devil horn body shape.  It scares my congregation, though.
 
Cheers,
Will