Author Topic: New Essence! Doesn't say "Alembic" on pickups  (Read 165 times)

Twocan

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New Essence! Doesn't say "Alembic" on pickups
« on: March 20, 2014, 09:44:04 AM »
I just got a 91 Alembic Essence. It's literally a closet classic with no wear to speak of. My only concern upon first examination is that the pickups, which show no surface wear (and look to be Alembic pickups) don't say Alembic in the usual spot. Can anyone tell me if this should be concerning? When I get home I plan to pull them out to examine the backside of the pickups, but would love to know ASAP. Pics to come. Thanks!
1996 Elan 5 (Signature Elec)
1996 Essence 5 (Rogue Elec + LED)
1995 Essence 5 Fretless
1994 Essence 5

Twocan

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New Essence! Doesn't say "Alembic" on pickups
« Reply #1 on: March 20, 2014, 09:52:27 AM »
1996 Elan 5 (Signature Elec)
1996 Essence 5 (Rogue Elec + LED)
1995 Essence 5 Fretless
1994 Essence 5

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New Essence! Doesn't say "Alembic" on pickups
« Reply #2 on: March 20, 2014, 01:00:17 PM »
Some people have us make these pickups without the Alembic name. Sometimes, it simply wears off as it is a hot-stamped decoration.  
 
It can also be removed by lightly sanding the whole surface. I've seen all varieties!