Author Topic: I REALLY, REALLY like this.... (Read 818 times)

rami · « **on:** June 29, 2006, 06:31:13 PM »

I've been ooohing and aaahing over these Alembic Jazz Basses ever since I first saw them. They've caused me to dream and start having those "Evil" thoughts - Again!!!!!

In need of serious therapy, Rami

rami · « **Reply #1 on:** June 29, 2006, 07:38:48 PM »

I want a 4 string with a Purpleheart body core, Macassar Ebony top and back, bookmatched to center, Purpleheart/Ebony neck, fretless, VVT controls.......

Make these thoughts go away!!!!!.....

(Message edited by rami on June 29, 2006)

mikedm · « **Reply #2 on:** June 29, 2006, 08:05:17 PM »

Sorry Rami, I can't help you. I remember these pics, me want, me want.
As punishment for sharing this temptation, you must spend a fortnight in a darkened closet, listening to dramatic readings of Bay City Rollers' tunes as performed by William Shatner, Barney the Dinosaur and Regis Philbin.
You may not realize it now, but it's for your own good.

bob · « **Reply #3 on:** June 29, 2006, 10:20:19 PM »

Rami, I thought you already did your last custom, right? (you did ask for help...)

But putting that aside, why only 4 strings, and would you settle for only a 34 scale?

I've never really been a fan of the Fender style, but I can certainly understand the appeal. Say hi to your therapist for me - or save the money and spend it on another bass?

As the saying goes, be careful what you wish for :-)

grateful · « **Reply #4 on:** June 30, 2006, 02:53:42 AM »

I know what you mean Rami: as a high six-stringer, I really like this:

Tasty! ; - )

Mark

lbpesq · « **Reply #5 on:** June 30, 2006, 07:15:38 AM »

Mark:

Cool Alembic tele! Is it yours?

Bill, tgo

keith_h · « **Reply #6 on:** June 30, 2006, 07:34:03 AM »

Rami,
Why deny yourself? I just say give in, it will be cheaper than therapy in the long run. :-)

Keith

jazzyvee · « **Reply #7 on:** June 30, 2006, 12:09:04 PM »

if you want those guitars they are available at the UK American guitar centre. They are an Alembic distributor in the UK I got my sf-2 from there.
Here is a link to the cherry red jazz bass.
http://ccgi.psstpsst.force9.co.uk/php/alebass.php

and here is the tele.
http://ccgi.psstpsst.force9.co.uk/php/alembic.php
They have been on sale there for a few years now so maybe if you were interested you could get a good price.

Jazzyvee

rami · « **Reply #8 on:** June 30, 2006, 04:36:58 PM »

Those are some really great pictures.

A real dream Bass!

rami · « **Reply #9 on:** June 30, 2006, 07:14:45 PM »

I'd prefer a 4 string to have that inline 4 headstock, and slim neck that the Jazz Bass is known for - as well as the 34 scale and VVT controls. I just LOVE that Jazz Bass body. It's just so - (dare I call it?) sexy! The Alembic version is just off the charts for appeal. Like a supermodel with all the right measurements.

palembic · « **Reply #10 on:** July 01, 2006, 02:58:20 AM »

I'm with Rami ...definitely
coooooooool basses!

PTBO

grateful · « **Reply #11 on:** July 01, 2006, 03:07:07 AM »

The American Guitar Centre/Bassworld have a new web site from the one Jazzy's given above.
This is the current Web address.

I'm really lusting after that Tele: I could do with a spare Alembic!

Mark

rami · « **Reply #12 on:** July 01, 2006, 07:16:52 PM »

Maybe Alembic can start a new line called the Classic series. Modern state of the art Alembics with that classic, nostalgic appeal.

smokin_dave · « **Reply #13 on:** July 02, 2006, 10:20:44 PM »

I wish you people would stop teasing me with these Alembijazz pics.I played an early 80's jazz for 10 years before my Epic discovery.I want an Alembijazz 5 in the worst way.
By the way Rami,what are you waiting for?I'll be looking for it in the FTC thread.

(Message edited by smokin dave on July 02, 2006)

rami · « **Reply #14 on:** July 03, 2006, 02:00:06 PM »

Believe me Dave, I am soooooo tempted to just give in and do it. But as a fellow Alembician, you know that they don't come cheap. Since I moved to my house, I'm contemplating a car.....
Hmmm....., a car or a new Alembic.... I think the car would be cheaper (and a little more comfortable to sit in).