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hendixclarke

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Re: My new Alembic concept coming soon...
« Reply #60 on: April 26, 2009, 12:05:17 PM »
Thanks for the input, but as for the drawings of the bridge depiction is not to scale.  
 
In fact, the actual bridge size, is much smaller than the drawing and thus, the said control(s) will have more room than the drawings suggests.  
 
As for the 5 pin connector, this drawing is larger too. However, as far as being too close to the bird-tail piece, it is fine. My 1976 Shorty, has the 5 pin connector in the same location.
 
Let's remember, real parts will be used, before determining the actual space and location. So, as far as the drawings, it serves as a perspective.
 
Also you must remember Ron, Susan and Mica are very strict on quality (needless to say...)
 
 
As for the Factory to customer thread, I keep checking the topics myself... I can't tell you how excited my life has become since I left Santa Rosa. Hey, let me know when you see it up  
 
This thread has pretty much run it's course, but for now, its better than nothing...

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Re: My new Alembic concept coming soon...
« Reply #61 on: April 29, 2009, 06:00:28 AM »
The The Toma_Hawk final drawings on controls.
 

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Re: My new Alembic concept coming soon...
« Reply #62 on: May 03, 2009, 09:39:58 AM »
WOOD Change in effect:
 
After a very good meeting with Mica, the Toma_Hawk top laminate, will be Dark Vermillion.
 
 
Samples:
 
http://alembic.com/club/messages/411/33135.html?1163232228  
 
http://alembic.com/club/messages/411/6788.html?1084748018
 
http://alembic.com/club/messages
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http://alembic.com/club/messages/631/53753.html

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Re: My new Alembic concept coming soon...
« Reply #63 on: May 03, 2009, 10:02:49 AM »
Factory to customer thread: Project Toma_Hawk  
 
Set for next week... (according to Mica)
 
We shall watch this bass with great interest.

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Re: My new Alembic concept coming soon...
« Reply #64 on: May 03, 2009, 07:07:42 PM »

 
Well, it's a Sunday, and it's my very last post here.  
 
I know, I know... I must had said this a million times, but this time, I am really done. I have nothing left. Susan and Mica has this concept down to a T.
 
I been updated from Mica, the Factory to customer thread will be created some time this week, so T-minus 10...9...8...7...
 
Toma_Hawk Specifications:
 
The Body:  
Book Matching
Dark Vermilion/Mahogany/Dark Vermilion  
 
The Neck:  
Maple/Purple Heart/White-Strip/Ebony/White-Strip/Purple Heart/Maple  
 
Neck Measurements:
Nut width = 1.60 in  
 
1st Neck Thickness = 0.80 in (Flat neck where the thumb is positioned  to fingerboard)
 
17th Neck Thickness = 0.96 in (Flat neck where the thumb is positioned  to fingerboard)
 
24th Fret width = 2.15 in  
 
The controls:
Master Volume (Top-Hat)
Pickup Selector Switch (Tear Drop)
Side Light Switch (Off, Low, Bright)
 
Neck:
Neck Volume (Top-Hat)
Neck Tone (Top-Hat)
Neck Q Switch (3-Position Toggle)
 
Bridge:
Bridge Volume (Top-Hat)
Bridge Tone (Top-Hat)
Bridge Q Switch (3-Position Toggle)
 
Cable Connection:
5 pin XLR on body (Male)
1/4 on body
 
All Chrome or Nickle hardware:  
Tuning Machine
Bridge
Bird
Control Back Plate
Battery Back Plate
Metal Switches  
Switchcraft 5 pin front plate
 
Side of Neck:
Blue Side Lights
 
Fingerboard:
Ebony  
 
Pickups:
Neck: Series I/II (Black, with black Alembic Emboss)
Hum Cancellation (Black)
Bridge: Series I/II (Black, with black Alembic Emboss)
 
Alembic Emblem:
Metal
 
Crown  
Dark Vermilion (Top/Back)
 
Frets:
Thick
 
Strings:
Super Light Gauge  
045's  
 
Body:
The Toma_Hawk
Thickness = 1.70 inches
 
PHEW - That's all folks!
 
(Message edited by hendixclarke on May 04, 2009)
 
(Message edited by hendixclarke on May 04, 2009)

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Re: My new Alembic concept coming soon...
« Reply #65 on: May 06, 2009, 09:53:50 PM »
Vermillion is a great choice!  I will be watching this FTC.

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Re: My new Alembic concept coming soon...
« Reply #66 on: May 07, 2009, 12:33:56 AM »
Right on!
 
Thank you Dan.

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Re: My new Alembic concept coming soon...
« Reply #67 on: May 07, 2009, 06:42:29 AM »
I really look forward to seeing your bass realized Hal.  I think unique designs like these are the most exciting of all customs.

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Re: My new Alembic concept coming soon...
« Reply #68 on: May 07, 2009, 10:01:26 AM »
Thanks Kevin.
 
Over the years, I seen some very fascinating Alembics basses, and I love reading the FTC, because I know the energy is high, and people are happily excited. In my mind, (over two years and a few months) I kept telling myself, someday my bass will be on that page...

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Re: My new Alembic concept coming soon...
« Reply #69 on: May 07, 2009, 12:28:27 PM »
That's great Hal.  Someday I hope to do the same, but its going to take a while.  I guess that just gives me time to get the details straight.

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Re: My new Alembic concept coming soon...
« Reply #70 on: May 07, 2009, 07:56:17 PM »
Time is on your side. I advise anyone, to take there time. By all means, take risks and draw outside the dotted lines. Make it all about you and those qualities you truly value in playing music.  
 
My next custom will be in the direction of an electric guitar. It will be something in honor of Jimi Hendrix. Maybe I will call it Devon.

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Re: My new Alembic concept coming soon...
« Reply #71 on: May 13, 2009, 05:40:11 PM »
 
 
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Re: My new Alembic concept coming soon...
« Reply #72 on: May 13, 2009, 05:52:45 PM »
Vermilion Wood example of the Toma_Hawk

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Re: My new Alembic concept coming soon...
« Reply #73 on: June 06, 2009, 11:19:40 PM »
Just on my mind...
 

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Re: My new Alembic concept coming soon...
« Reply #74 on: June 09, 2009, 08:23:29 AM »
So, with all the songs I sing for others beautiful things, I reserved a Frank tune for my wait...
 
It like a child; to let nature take it's course and no rush... It's like a fine wine (although I don't drink... I do understand...)
 
We'll here it goes... Crooning some...
 
The best is yet to come, and wont that be fine
You think youve seen the sun, but you aint seen it shine
 
Wait till the warm-up is underway
Wait till out my finger tips have met
Wait till you see that sunshine day
You aint seen nothing yet
 
The best is yet to come, and wont that be fine
The best is yet to come, come the day that your mine
 
Come the day that your mine
I'm gonna teach you to fly
We've only tested the line
Were gonna play that jam dry
 
Wait till your charms are right, for the arms to surround
You think you've flown before, but you aint left the ground
 
Wait till you're locked in my embrace
Wait till I hold you near
Wait till you see that sunshine place
There aint nothing like it here
 
The best is yet to come, and wont that be fine
The best is yet to come, come the day that your mine.
 
Yeah, that was too cool... When it get's here, I'll play something sweet on You-Tube...