Danny's 10-string, three pickup monster

[dannobasso]

Yep. I'm off all week but a delivery Friday would be better for me. I'll be out of the house Thursday unless you have it held at the UPS in Saddle Brook location. Then I can pick it up there without worrying about missing the driver on Thursday.

[dannobasso]

A deep gratitude and profound thanks to Ron , Susan, Mica, Mary, James and the whole Alembic family for their artistry, patience, craftsmanship and generosity. Again, here is a unique company that works so closely with their customers even when a dealer is usually the person who gets that privilege. Always prepared to entertain a special request and execute it to the highest level of craftsmanship even when it has not been done before. I am truly blessed to have so many of their creations, many built to my order. Though this was a while in the making, it was the easiest wait because I have learned to trust completely the folks in charge of my requests, unusual as some have been..
Please continue to support this family company and promote it whenever you can.  
 
 I shall have it Thursday or Friday. I'll let you all know how it sounds this weekend.

[dannobasso]

D'oh! I saw out for delivery on the tracking and went to the service center. I was shipping a bass anyway. I was too early. So now I shall nap and try again later. Haste makes waste, and with gas going up too!

[tbrannon]

Good luck Danno- I probably would have left the car running and napped in the parking lot at the distribution center  
 
Opening that case for the 1st time is always magic- enjoy the day.

[dannobasso]

Turns out, they had it in the office because it was a very pricy package. Got it home after inspecting it in the parking lot and not getting peanuts all over the place. This is a very demanding animal. I'm really going to have to hone my finger strength/placement to get chords to ring evenly. (it not the bass folks its me). This recipe with the koa top and ebony lam gives it a darkish tone which is going to be easy to control at stage volumes. The chorus strings are not too bright and can be dialed in nicely. The 3rd pickup adds a great character to the tone. It does not add volume, just a bit more depth. Plus I can have it in with or without high end to get whatever mix I want. Its going to be a very musical, useful tool.  
 
The balance is good with an Alembic/Moody strap and despite it being a bit heavy compared to some of my basses it will be easily managed. The body size feels familiar and almost compact when I look at all the do dads that are on it.  Plus the added bonus that it fits in my new gig bag!  
 
Thanks again to the Alembic family for all the work and dedication. I'm going to have to put in some serious practice on this beast but what doesn't kill you makes you a better player. right?

[briant]

`m/ the blackness is complete `m/
 
Go forth and rock.

[hb3]

I'd love to hear even a brief sample of what this sounds like. Don't be too self-critical, Danno!

[dannobasso]

I was surprised that the new bass was so readily accepted at rehearsal. The sound is unique and undeniable. Truly a monster tone. The mahog, maple, koa combo with the ebony lam give a rich full tone even through an old Sunn head and EV 18 sub.  
 
It does require more energy to play. Extra strings, extra tension. The right hand was a bit fatigued after about an hour. So in a live situation the extra adrenaline usually causes one to play harder than usual is something to prepare for. That said, its not difficult to play and kept its tune from before I left the house through taking it out of the bag and playing for over an hour and a half.  
 
So in conclusion, I'm extremely pleased with this bass. I would recommend the 3rd pickup to anyone and ebony lam and of course the extra strings. It was a bit of an investment in money and time but it will give me great pleasure and performance for years to come, and I plan on living a very long time. Cheers

[crobbins]

Right on, congrats....

[FC Bass]

Allrighty then, congrats!
 
+1 on the 3 pickup recommendation, insanely versatile is the only way I can describe it.
 
Ya know this calls for a new updated group picture right? :-)
 
Have fun!

[jack]

I would also love to hear a sound clip or two if you have a chance.  Congratulations - amazing instrument!

[dannobasso]

A bit of an update. I changed the set up a tad and work with it everyday and it continues to surprise me at how responsive and well designed it is. It is the finest instrument I have received from the Alembic family to date. If I knew what a difference the ebony lam made earlier I would have sprung for the extra cabbage on my other customs. Amplified at even moderate volumes this thing just rings with sustain. Notes hold for huge amounts of time. And again the third pickup is tremendous in its versatility. It totally changed my mind about electronic packages.  
 
Just wanted to let you know how much the ebony and electronics have impressed me and made the quality of my playing life that much more enjoyable. Now to make the credit card payment!

[mario_farufyno]

Great Tip!

[dannobasso]

body shot y'all!

[dannobasso]

headshot!