Author Topic: 98K1184 Rogue (Read 222 times)

notfadeaway · « **on:** May 24, 2012, 04:46:53 AM »

Hi there,
Thinking about purchasing this Rogue 5 stringer. Wonder what you could tell me about it.
Thanks,
G.

speicky · « **Reply #1 on:** May 24, 2012, 05:25:16 AM »

nothing... other than it doesn't exist Just kiddin, but there is something wrong with the serial number you provided in the subject line. A 98 serial would have five digits after the letter, something in the 11,xxx range. I've looked up FC's database for similar serials, but couldn't find one.

Anyway: I keep my fingers crossed for you. All the best,

Christian

notfadeaway · « **Reply #2 on:** May 24, 2012, 06:24:24 AM »

Maybe the number isn't the serial number? I attached a link to the picture. It definitely looks like the brass plate says 98K1184. Thanks speicky for helping with this.

FC Bass · « **Reply #3 on:** May 24, 2012, 07:15:48 AM »

Looks like the last number is obscured by a string.
Its an Essence with Europa/Rogue electronics, not sure what the top is (figured Walnut?)
Side mounted output would also be a custom feature.

notfadeaway · « **Reply #4 on:** May 24, 2012, 07:34:17 AM »

Ah, so that is an Essence? He told me it was a Rogue. What are the important differences between the Essence and Rogue? Not sure what the top is either. I will ask him to resend me the serial number. Thanks fc spoiler!

FC Bass · « **Reply #5 on:** May 24, 2012, 07:53:46 AM »

Your welcome! :-)

You can see the main differences between models here: Alembic Bass models
The Essence has another body shape and more basic electronics, also the Rogue usually comes with a bar tailpiece (Essence have the half moon tailpiece)

Key feature to determine the model is the serial number, K = Essence, Q = Rogue (Look here)
You can see the typical serial number sequence here

notfadeaway · « **Reply #6 on:** May 24, 2012, 09:25:34 AM »

Wow! Those links are super handy. I somehow missed those while surfing the Alembic site. I also have been doubly blessed. I may still buy the Essence, but a forum member here just agreed to sell me his minty custom Rogue. I will get some pics up next week, when I take delivery of it. I may go from none to two Alembics in one week! Holy Schnikes! I'm not worthy... Thanks again fc spoiler. The info is very useful to me.

mtjam · « **Reply #7 on:** May 24, 2012, 09:53:38 AM »

That's how it happens! I had no Alembics as of last November, and now I have two and I'm thinking about a third! Congrats, and have fun!

notfadeaway · « **Reply #8 on:** May 24, 2012, 10:22:38 AM »

Thanks mtjam. I have owned so many basses over the years that just didn't do it for me. When I played someone's Alembic, I knew that i had to have one.... or maybe more....
I love how so many people here have Dead/Allman Bros handles. (Mine included!)