Shaun's Triple O

[kenbass4]

Shaun,
 
Yeah, it's cold here in California too. Heck, we're going to be back down in the 70's this week!
 
(Runs for cover...)
 
:-)
Ken (TEO)

[bigbadbill]

Hey Ken, you're down in the 70's? I'm surprised you can type, your fingers must be frozen solid! (and they say that sarcasm is the lowest form of wit...)
 
I can hardly remember the last time we were IN the 70's...weatherwise of course. The OTHER 70s I remember perfectly well. In fact I spend most of my spare time listening to them, lol  
 
Shaun
 

[bracheen]

Shaun, that's degrees fahrenheit and not celsius.
Speaking of sarcasm...
 
Sam

[valvil]

In celsius at 70 degrees Ken'd be bones & vapor... and since I'm only an an hour away from him, I'd be in trouble too.
 
Valentino

[kenbass4]

Hey Val
 
(Since we're COMPLETELY off topic now...)
 
So what would we have to do to make sure our necks are adjusted properly at 70C? (on the Alembics, that is)
 
(back on topic)
 
Hey Shaun...how about Taurehuine? (wood of darkness)  
 
Ken (TEO)

[valvil]

Ken,
 
at that temperature (roughly 158 degrees Farenheit) the only thing you can try , is to pray (quickly, before you evaporate).
 
Valentino

[hollis]

 
 
(Message edited by hollis on March 12, 2004)

[hollis]

Asbestos long johns?

[bigbadbill]

You mean you don't regularly get those temperatures in California? (sorry, the sarcasm's kicked in again).  
 
Ken, I think I'm going to sit on the name until I get the bass, and I'll see what it inspires. Whilst looking at the pattern on the original piece of wood chosen for the top (241 in the superb walnut woodbank) a friend said it looked to him like an eagle flying through the hands of God, which I thought was pretty incredible (I also saw it as an eagle hovering over a mountain with hills and a valley below). Unfortunately my Elvish doesn't quite run that far, so I've got some reading up to do (and I've still got to get that book)! Not that I've settled on that of course...in fact this could be as tough as deciding the top wood!
 
BTW, I spoke to James at the Bass Centre on Friday who informed me that both the bass and Graham had arrived back safely, and the bass was in storage (I didn't know they had to quarantine basses!). Apparently I should be receiving it some time towards the end of next week. Graham apparently described the bass as beautiful...  
 
Cheers
Shaun
   

[jeff]

Shaun,
 
I just had the pleasure of gazing upon the pictures of your new bass and I must say that it is truly a masterpiece.  The walnut top is simply stunning and worthy of the Triple O body shape.  BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!
 
Jeff

[bigbadbill]

Jeff
 
Many, many thanks for your kind words. Coming from a man who has such an awe-inspiring, mind-boggling instrument on the way, that really does mean a lot! Apparently it arrives at the Bass Centre tomorrow, which means I should have it by the middle of next week at the latest. I have to admit the wait is driving me nuts!
 
All the best
 
Shaun  

[bigbadbill]

My bass arrived Friday! After unpacking the carton, I sat and waited for a couple of minutes before opening the case; after all, I'd waited 20-odd years for this. What if it was a disappointment?  
 
Well, as I opened the case my jaw just dropped. To say it surpasses my wildest expectations is a gross understatement. I cannot believe how incredible that walnut top is; the photos don't begin to do it justice. Its virtually holographic! The depth of figure is unbelievable! And it just plays so amazingly! The only thing is, I haven't been able to plug it in yet.... I keep picking it up and then putting it down again just so I can look at it some more!
 
I've already spoken to Valentino to express my gratitude to all at Alembic for creating such a masterpiece. So far as I'm concerned, after receiving this, the tagline has to be there can be only one. Utterly without parallel.  
 
Right, I'm off to look at it some more....I may eventually get round to plugging it in as well!  
 
Peace
Shaun

[bassman10096]

Shaun:  Its a real charge to hear your reaction to the bass in the pictures - I thought it would be even better in person!!  Let us know when you plug it in!!
 
Enjoy!!!!
 
Bill

[palembic]

Brother Shaun,  
 
Let me explain ...to start playing you need a cord. Oh ...huh ...you only got the bass ...ooooooooooops.  
And an amp???  
Ooooooooooooooooooops 2  
 
 
Paul the bad one
 
 
Paul the Good one ...would you mind to tell Brother Shaun how he cans use his head as an amp. No ...he lives in UK he cannot lend yours LOL
 
(Message edited by palembic on March 21, 2004)

[eastcoastepic]

And unlike many things in life, the feeling that you're experiencing now will not wear off...everytime you see her, or even think about her, a feeling of happiness & well-being will come over you. Sort of an anti-depressant, I guess! (Who needs drugs when you have 'Superb Walnut'!)  
Sincere congratulations, Shaun!
Chris