Alain's Maple Custom

[dubalbal]

Thank's David ! ...it think that too !

[grateful]

Hi Alain,
 
May I just say that I personally would never have a coloured finish as I wouldn't wish to hide any of the wood.  That being said,  I must say your bass is just about the prettiest I've ever seen.  I can't think of a superlative adjective worthy of it:  congratulations.  (And you're already thinking of your next one:  GAS in a BIG way:  LOL)
 
Mark

[dubalbal]

Hi Mark ,  
 
I agree with you , a so nice would should never be covered by any coloured finish...that's a  perfect reason for me to buy a new one !!! LOL  
 
Well , i hesitated a long time for the wineburst finish . I really do like that splendid colour thing going from yellow to dark red , i find this gorgeous ! On the other hand , i would have also prefer a quilted maple5a top but not with this quilt configuration . Ichoose this one because it has long  sausage  design that 's giving a kind of waves or flames that i found great with a coloured finish .
For a  regular  quilted5a with no finish on it , i would have choosen another type of quilt : http://store1.yimg.com/I/alembic_1848_16537648
This one is for me and by far , the most splendid type of quilted maple 5a i've ever seen .  
 
So if i had the chance to rebuild one in the next few years , i 'd choose a  plain  quilt maple5a  like this one .  
 
I must also say that the result i saw on the last 3 pictures is for me really stunning and perfect , i do love that finish ...and i'd also love a blue one too : http://alembic.com/club/messages/631/13602.html?1107637847
 
...as you see , i'm getting  GAS  faster and faster , more and more everyday...
 
ALAIN

[dubalbal]

Hi Mica ,  
 
How are u doing ?  
 
I know shipping is close and i only have one question : will it be possible to have some pics of the finished instrument with electronics and inlay , led's...?
 
I thank you very much for this !  
 
 
ALAIN

[s_wood]

What a beautiful bass!  The sunburst finish really accents the amazing quilt maple top.  Best of all, it will sound better than it looks.  Cheers!

[dubalbal]

Hi Mica , Hi Val ,  
 
Any  three's  series pictures  available ...before shipping ?
 
Thank's for great work you all did !  
 
ALAIN

[mica]

Of course, Alain. These are three from last week I forgot to post:  

 Eeeeewwwww! Now you know how the glossy finish looks mid-rubout. That chalky appearance goes away once the buffing wheels kiss it.  

 Still with glue on them, and proud of the fingerboard surface, your "NN" inlays by Jonathon.  

 12th fret abalone oval with laser LEDs in place.   Look for more photos tomorrow or the next day of the finished bass.

[dubalbal]

Hello Mica ,  
 
WAOUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUW...that is really amazing ! Over and over ...far beyond expectations !!!
 
Simply terriffffffffiiiiiiccccc!!!!!!
 
No words to describe how i find this beautiful instrument and even less words to congratulate you and your so-great team for the magnificent  job you did !  
 
Thank's again Mica !
 
...and ...of course , i'll be watching tomorrow and the next day for final pics...anyway , i'm almost glued on my screen for 9 months so , i won't miss a part of it !
 
Best regards from Belgium and mega-giga-happy customer !  
 
ALAIN

[mica]

Your bass is probably at customs right now, Alain. Of course, you'll want a preview of the finished bass:  

 

[palembic]

gasp

[tom_z]

Wow! What a beauty! May it travel safely and arrive at your home soon.
 
Congratulations Alain!
 
Tom

[flaxattack]

wow
now that is the first painted bass i have seen that i want!
congrats alain

[Bradley Young]

Alain,
 
Seeing your bass is really weakening my willpower.  Fantastic looking.
 
I'm always interested in extra switches and knobs; what do yours do?
 
Brad

[dubalbal]

Hi Mica ,  
 
Let me first thank you so much for what have been done to make my dream come true . I would also like to congratulate all your team ; that starts from the charming person who welcomes you on the phone ( mary i guess ) to every craftman for their skill and love of  the well done job  .  
 
I would also like to thank with no reserve , your fantastic new ( not really new anymore ) specialist : VALENTINO !!!  He's been so helpful and patient , never heard such a good source of perfect advices before  ! Thank's again to all of you !  
 
ALAIN
 
 
Hi Alembifriends ,  
 
Thank's to you for the kind words . I also find this instrument awesome . It blows me up ! I don't know how they make such a great job at alembic's but they do it !!!
 
...regarding  all the knobs ...well , i'd asked a dimmer + a 3 way position switch for led's ( front and side ) . I think they are just under the  standard  electronics of the seies 2 ...but i don't know what this little one close to the 5 pin connector is ?  ...any suggestion ?
 
ALAIN

[jacko]

Very nice Bass Alain. You're one lucky guy. Now where did I hide the kids' college funds?
 
graeme