giblett123

[quote name='jackjazz' post='826605' date='May 3 2010, 04:54 PM']how heavy is the bass?[/quote]
Not entirely sure, I'll brave the bathroom scales when I get in & post it for you.

[quote name='giblett123' post='826323' date='May 3 2010, 11:43 AM']Apparently so, there aren't that many epics knocking around so I suppose that makes it rare(ish)![/quote]
Things very slow & I have something else coming in so I've shaved £150 off the asking price taking it to £999.

[quote name='richardrickenbacker' post='826249' date='May 3 2010, 10:28 AM']Only 60, WOW!![/quote]Apparently so, there aren't that many epics knocking around so I suppose that makes it rare(ish)!

[quote name='giblett123' post='824913' date='May 1 2010, 03:22 PM']Okey doke.. more info, apparently they were a run of 60 commissioned by the Guitar Centre USA to celebrate their anniversary, the differences over the standard model are: Flamed maple top, engraved brass plate truss rod cover, oval inlays, walnut & purple heart striping (whatever that means)![/quote]
Sunday PM bump.

[quote name='giblett123' post='824634' date='May 1 2010, 10:18 AM']Cheers Barry, I'll go have a look & see what I can find.[/quote]Okey doke.. more info, apparently they were a run of 60 commissioned by the Guitar Centre USA to celebrate their anniversary, the differences over the standard model are: Flamed maple top, engraved brass plate truss rod cover, oval inlays, walnut & purple heart striping (whatever that means)!

Hi all,

I've seen something that I have lusted after since the dawn of time & would sell my grannie to own, but for the sake of a quiet life I thought I'd better try & sell my ray first! Its a 5 string 3 eq in cherry burst with 34" scale & a maple board. Condition wise its probably a good 9/10, neck & fret work are excellent & it has been recently set up by the Gallery, the body has a couple of small dings (pictured) but is otherwise in good order with no sign of abuse, electronics are fine, this bass has no issues whatsoever. Price.... I'm taking a hit on this for a v quick sale so I don't miss the bass I'm after, I'm floating it at £650 or a "sensible" offer, I can ship & if your ever in the Midlands you are welcome to come & try it out.
Cheers for looking Chris
PS Sorry but no trades on this one please.

[quote name='molan' post='824413' date='Apr 30 2010, 09:52 PM']I posted on the Alembic owners forum for you - might be someone there who knows a little more for you [/quote]
Cheers Barry, I'll go have a look & see what I can find.

[quote name='molan' post='824297' date='Apr 30 2010, 06:37 PM']Do you know why this is a 'special' (other than being very nice indeed, lol).[/quote]
Fraid not, I have very little info on it other than it has a funky little brass plate telling me it is number 38 from 60, there also a 5 string special ed up at the mo (not mine), they are fantastic basses, real top draw stuff, its just I've found something else that I really like playing, ironically it is cheaper than one of these!

[quote name='richardrickenbacker' post='823708' date='Apr 30 2010, 09:21 AM']Wasn't that from the bass gallery?? You must be taking a massive hit on the price??
Quick everyone, take advantage of his madness!![/quote]
Behave! nope, this isn't the one from the gallery, that was a walnut topped standard model, & I am taking a bit of a hit on this but something has caught my eye! not thinking of opening your famously clam like wallet are you?!

[quote name='bobpalt' post='823522' date='Apr 29 2010, 10:57 PM']Yes thanks, thats the one. Looksa bit more like the real colour in those photos.

Cheers,

Bob[/quote]
Used to be mine at one time, it is a fantastic bass & cost me a fair bit more than this, well worth a punt!

[quote name='budget bassist' post='818776' date='Apr 26 2010, 01:38 AM']Been there, mate! Good luck with the sale, should fly out the door, something that pretty![/quote]
Now definitely up for sale & with a reduced price tag.

[quote name='JMT3781' post='819703' date='Apr 26 2010, 05:34 PM']sorry, i need cash for another shuker, its pretty though, good luck[/quote]
Go on Rich, don't be a tight wad, you've played it & you know its worth every penny & more!

[quote name='JMT3781' post='819632' date='Apr 26 2010, 04:53 PM']bump for pics, need to make a phonecall as this may already have gone, ill keep you all posted[/quote]
It is a wonderful bass, looks & feels great with a gorgeous sound (alas it was way beyond my humble technique!), it's in great condition & someone could grab themselves a very serious bargain here!

[quote name='budget bassist' post='817623' date='Apr 24 2010, 09:46 PM']oh lordy, what a pretty bass[/quote]Yep, its a lovely bass, a great bit of wood & sounds fantastic, just fancy a change! no sign of my 5 yet Jack, I assume he's doing a mighty fine job the amount of time it is taking!

Hi all,
here we have my Alembic Epic 4, now sold.

[quote name='JD1' post='815091' date='Apr 22 2010, 03:37 PM']Sandberg PM5. Bookmatched bubinga top with matching headstock. Block inlays and black hardware. Delano pups and I believe a Glock pre amp. It also has a passive option.

This is a great bass and is unmarked. Very versatile. Does a reasonable stingray impression (maybe a bit less scooped) and its not too shabby as a P bass either - although I've not used the P pup as much as I thought I would. Only downside is its not the lightest bass I've ever had. I will sort out pics asap but in the meantime there is a pic in a previous thread:

[url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=49610&hl=sandberg"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=...amp;hl=sandberg[/url]

There are also some sound clips at DWband.co.uk. Not the best as its DI (from a GK head post eq) taken from the desk. Also the mid and top are boosted quite a bit to cut through the wall of guitar, keys and brass in that band - still it will give you an idea.

I have an incoming classic SR5 so I'm looking to trade this for something that gives me a different option sound wise - probably looking at a J bass derivative but not completely married to that. Just thought I would gauge interest and see what's out there.

Tried some Laklands that I really liked so that would be a good starting point - 55-02, JO5 or a DJ5.

Only looking at trades and only intersted in 5 strings.

Either collection from the north east or I may be in the Leeds, Nottingham and Telford areas over the next couple of weeks. NB: I have a mate who might be interested in buying it so I might withdraw it if he makes his mind up

Thanks

John[/quote]Lovely basses & Johns a good bloke to deal with, someone will be very happy with this one!

[quote name='Steve Amadeo' post='776766' date='Mar 16 2010, 11:29 PM']Thanks Steve, good to meet you too!

Wirralisation in progress.[/quote]
Just traded a Joe Osborn for a stingray 5, pleasure doing business! cheers Steve.

[quote name='bigthumb' post='810190' date='Apr 18 2010, 11:42 AM']Was that the one you had off me? Beautiful basses and TBH I think this one looks nicer.[/quote]
That's the & it was an excellent bass, I agree that this one looks nicer though, lovely grain & a slightly different shape, a real work of art, I'm guessing at his price it will probably be long gone before I can raise any cash though.

[quote name='soggs' post='809466' date='Apr 17 2010, 02:53 PM']thankyou for the kind words i just wish more people new how nice they are,
its a hell of a bass for this money!!, cheers[/quote]
Bump for a fine bass at a fine price, I still miss mine & admit to being a real plank for parting with it!

[quote name='2x18' post='810035' date='Apr 18 2010, 08:49 AM']PMs replied to!

Will.[/quote]
I love this, very good price too, shame I'm skint!

[quote name='Matt42uk' post='803380' date='Apr 12 2010, 08:55 AM']bump![/quote]
I picked one of these up recently in a trade, its really good and is well worth a punt, especially at this price, bargain!

[quote name='richardrickenbacker' post='807206' date='Apr 15 2010, 02:55 PM']One of the best fives I've played ever!

You up for trades? What you after this week?[/quote]
You know me Rich, I'm broadminded but not your left handed Kramer! Stingray's are nice tho......

[quote name='JTUK' post='806148' date='Apr 14 2010, 03:42 PM']Nice looker[/quote]Cheers, it is & the pics don't really do it justice, it has a really nice grain & a slightly darker tint than a lot of naturals, really well finished as well.

[quote name='Golchen' post='805840' date='Apr 14 2010, 11:12 AM']Looks superb! I was after one of these a couple of years ago and they still totally look the business.[/quote]
It is a lovely bass, very big sound & the build on these really is excellent, I'm just hankering after a Ray or something a little different.

Morning all,
Here we have a Lakland Skyline Joe Osborn 5 string which I bought from new a couple of weeks ago but after extended playing I've decided it isn't really what I'm looking for, doh!

Now Gone.