Author Topic: New To The Board (Read 270 times)

peabody · « **on:** November 14, 2012, 10:52:20 AM »

Hey...
Since I've never owned an Alembic, there was no real reason to be a part of this board. However, since I just sent payment today for my 1st Alembic...a 1996 Essence Exploiter....I thought I should sign up.

According to the current owner of this bass, he bought it new (actually NOS) and in fact he still has the original warranty/Instrument Wood Card and it has yet to be registered. I've been wanting an Exploiter for a long time and even though this isn't one of the ones made in the mid 80's, I've been told that one with the Essence electronics isn't very common either.

I can't wait to get it.

Here are a couple of pics from the current owner....

http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x190/peabody59/alembic1-4.jpg
http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x190/peabody59/alembic2-4.jpg

hammer · « **Reply #1 on:** November 14, 2012, 10:57:28 AM »

Congratulations and welcome to the board. Looks like your new Exploiter is in beautiful condition.

artswork99 · « **Reply #2 on:** November 14, 2012, 11:53:25 AM »

Very nice David! Congratulations on your first Alembic! Of course with or without you are always welcome here. Play it Healthy! Art

rustyg61 · « **Reply #3 on:** November 15, 2012, 03:59:54 AM »

Congratulations David & welcome to the board! You will find a wealth of informatione here & the friendliest people on the planet, always eager to help you with problems or answer questions on setup & equipment. I suggest you start with the FAQ & Must Read section of the board. That will help you get aquainted with your Alembic & understand the amazing functionality of these incredible instruments!

5a_quilt_top · « **Reply #4 on:** November 15, 2012, 07:26:43 AM »

Welcome!

The Exploiter / Spyder body shape is one of my favorites. If you have a 34 scale, you may find it to be a bit intimidating at first, but if you work with it, you will find that it rewards you with some impressive tones.

+1 on the FAQ and Must Reads. Highly recommended, especially the set-up instructions.

cousinvinnie · « **Reply #5 on:** November 21, 2012, 06:18:34 PM »

Hi and welcome ! What an awesome bass !! I someday will own a lefty Exploiter myself and was hoping to do Essence or Europa electronics to keep it simple.

Let us know how you like it !

peabody · « **Reply #6 on:** November 24, 2012, 09:44:23 PM »

The Exploiter arrived today. Words (nor pictures) can describe how beautiful this bass is.

Because I'm so used to Fender-like basses with the upper horn, it may take a little getting used to with the strap button where it is....but time I have. It's a lot lighter than I thought it would be, and although I'm a thin neck guy (the nut is in between 1 5/8 and 1 3/4), the neck still feels great in my hand.

(Message edited by peabody on November 24, 2012)