FS/FT: Alembic Epic SE 4

downneck · #1 05-22-2008, 12:56 PM

This is a pretty rare bass, #5 of 60 that were produced in 1998 for this special edition run. The bass is in great shape mechanically, but has been a player for the last 10 years and has a few battle scars that have been documented in my pictures of it.

This is an incredible bass, there's no other word for it. If you've played an Alembic, you know what I'm talking about. I'd rather not part with it, but times is hard and I've been favoring my far-less-expensive ebmm sterling lately so I've decided to let her go to someone that'll (hopefully) appreciate her.

I'm asking $1800. Shipping is extra, although I'd prefer a local pickup. All reasonable offers/trade offers considered. (i'm looking for a workhorse MIA P-bass)

the good:
Flamed Maple top with Mahogany body.
Gloss finish.
Ebony board with the Oval Pearl inlays.
Gorgeous purpleheart striping.
Pickups and electronics are all original and without peer.
Played a ton over the last 10 years...recording, gigs...it's got mojo coming out of its ears.

the bad:
buckle rash
finish worn just above the E from over-exuberant right-hand action
minor nicks and dings (see pix)

Comes with Schaller strap-locks and a Gator ATA-style case: http://www.musiciansfriend.com/produ...4&src=3SOSWXXA

more images at http://fg.punkbastards.com:2112/alembic/

my ebay user name (for feedback purposes) is gouki1hfy

p0k · #2 05-22-2008, 01:27 PM

gorgeous bass...wish it had 5 strings!

bassnug47 · #3 05-22-2008, 08:29 PM

pm'ed

downneck · #4 05-23-2008, 01:07 AM

answered

some very interesting trade options

9FingeredGroove · #5 05-23-2008, 10:41 AM

...Same year, same model.

This is a phenomenal bass at a fair price.

Someone will be _very_ happy!

downneck · #6 05-23-2008, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by 9FingeredGroove

...Same year, same model.

This is a phenomenal bass at a fair price.

Someone will be _very_ happy!

and to think, i was in that thread calling jazzyitalian nuts for selling his ;P

downneck · #7 05-23-2008, 04:53 PM

deal brewing

bassman10096 · #8 05-27-2008, 03:29 PM

Very nice bass. Somebody should look into this...

Dr. Riddim · #9 05-28-2008, 12:45 AM

Here's a free trip to the top from a Jersey-born bassist who knows what downneck means.

downneck · #10 05-28-2008, 12:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Riddim

Here's a free trip to the top from a Jersey-born bassist who knows what downneck means.

ha! we named my hard rock band DownNeck...we get a LOT of questioning looks outside NJ

Dr. Riddim · #11 05-31-2008, 03:00 AM

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Originally Posted by downneck

ha! we named my hard rock band DownNeck...we get a LOT of questioning looks outside NJ

My dad was from "Storange".

downneck · #12 06-01-2008, 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Riddim

My dad was from "Storange".

right around the corner! i still go down there occasionally to get fresh ravioli from andrea's

Dr. Riddim · #13 06-02-2008, 02:42 AM

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Originally Posted by downneck

right around the corner! i still go down there occasionally to get fresh ravioli from andrea's

I remember us making a special trip from down the shore (where we lived at the time) one day because my father just had to have some kind of bread that he could only get from this one bakery back in the 'hood. Funny stuff. Gas was a whole lot cheaper then.

A nostalgia trip to the top...

downneck · #14 06-02-2008, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Riddim

I remember us making a special trip from down the shore (where we lived at the time) one day because my father just had to have some kind of bread that he could only get from this one bakery back in the 'hood. Funny stuff. Gas was a whole lot cheaper then.

A nostalgia trip to the top...

hm...i'd be interested to know what bakery...i usually go to calandra's in newark right by my apartment for my bread

Dr. Riddim · #15 06-03-2008, 02:01 AM

I never knew the name of the place and Dad's passed on, so I'm afraid I can't help. Sorry.
But at least I can bump this baby...

Molan · #16 06-17-2008, 02:54 PM

Tried to look at the images and got a "page not available" message.

Just thought you'd like to know.

bassteban · #17 06-17-2008, 02:56 PM

Me too.

downneck · #18 06-17-2008, 03:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Molan

Tried to look at the images and got a "page not available" message.

Just thought you'd like to know.

thanks, forgot that i changed the url

should be fixed now

bassteban · #19 06-17-2008, 03:25 PM

Very nice bass.

downneck · #20 08-26-2008, 03:18 PM

aaaaaaaaaaaaaand a bump cuz i haven't been by here in a while...