I picked the bass up Friday afternoon, and I've got to say that when I opened up that case, it literally took my breath away. Visually, it exceeded any expectations and the pictures, as great as they look, do not do it justice. I've honestly never seen anything that can compare!
I plugged it in an began playing, and again, had all my expectatins blown out of the water. I had never picked up, mush less played ANY Alembic before that moment (I've never had the oppertunity) and just can't believe how special it is. They nailed the neck dimensions I requested, the medium scale is wonderful to play, and the sound is unlike any bass I've ever had. The total control that the series II electronics provide is phenomonal. The tone is so clear, and I know that I've be tweaking it and learning the subtleties or the controls for months to come. The custom electronics that Ron designed work flawlessly.
I'll be posting some pictures to the showcase section soon, I'm just waiting for the THG's to arrive. I will try to attach the picture Mica sent me of the finished bass to as she put it help ease the pain untill it arrives
I'd like to take this time to again thank Mica, Susan, Ron and everyone else that worked on this project. And I'd be willing to bet that this won't be the last bass I order, not when the end result is something this special.
