Author Topic: 14108 - Inspired by Bonnie (Read 425 times)

mica · « **on:** November 09, 2010, 07:15:21 PM »

This is a very special bass commissioned by Ikebe for their 35th Anniversary.

When they visited here to select woods and discuss the 5 instruments we built for this event, Kenji brought pictures he printed from the website of Bonnie [Showcase thread] [Featured Custom]. The story was touching for him, and he especially loved Paul's Manta omega carving.

It's not a replica, and there are several variations from Paul's bass (like this one is Koa instead of Walnut). We were all thinking of him while this was under construction. I just wanted to share this with the club.

David Houck · « **Reply #1 on:** November 09, 2010, 07:24:43 PM »

Beautiful bass; and a fitting tribute.

frosty · « **Reply #2 on:** November 10, 2010, 03:55:35 AM »

Love it, very very sweet. Thanks Dave

tubeperson · « **Reply #3 on:** November 10, 2010, 06:13:57 AM »

Flamed Koa usually has such an allure about it. I was in Hawaii once, and ended up purchasing a gentlemen's jewelry box because of the flame Koa wood. Another wonderful masterpiece by Alembic, and a nice remembrance of an outstanding club member.

hieronymous · « **Reply #4 on:** November 10, 2010, 07:42:17 AM »

Wow, I used to go to Ikebe in Tokyo all the time during junior high & high school. Love their website too - you can find the range from Fender Japan replicas to high end basses, both Japanese-built and from overseas.

Very cool! I only met Paul once when he came to the first NoCal gathering - this is a wonderful way to remember him!

pace · « **Reply #5 on:** November 18, 2010, 03:17:19 PM »

Gentlemen start your knitting!

bracheen · « **Reply #6 on:** November 20, 2010, 10:37:06 AM »

I sure do miss Paul