Clarky Posted July 8, 2010 Share Posted July 8, 2010 (edited) I just acquired this from molan (Barrie) in a trade. It had to be something special to dislodge my lovely Nash '63 Jazz and this sure is! Superb array of sonic options, beautiful colour scheme, really solid build, and it was played by the great Willie Weeks on one of Eric Clapton's recent tours. Will give it a proper play over weekend and take some photos. In between times, here is the shot from the AC website [attachment=53785:WW.jpg] Edited July 25, 2010 by Clarky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noisyjon Posted July 8, 2010 Share Posted July 8, 2010 Nice one Clarky, That's something special isn't it! Well done Mate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayman Posted July 8, 2010 Share Posted July 8, 2010 That's gorgeous, not your usual fayre though mate? I had you down for a slightly more traditional style bass? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legion Posted July 8, 2010 Share Posted July 8, 2010 I always liked the look of that bass - congrats Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarky Posted July 8, 2010 Author Share Posted July 8, 2010 [quote name='Rayman' post='889271' date='Jul 8 2010, 09:20 AM']That's gorgeous, not your usual fayre though mate? I had you down for a slightly more traditional style bass?[/quote] I see it as a bit of a retro nod to the early 60s pastel P-basses (sort of seafoam green-ish). Plus it means I get the option of a Jazz sound essentially through a P bass body and neck, which I have always preferred ergonomically. The pickup and electronics configurations allow you to sound like a traditional P or J bass, or alternatively a 'modern' active P/J bass. Its kind of a one-bass-does-all as well as looking the sh*t! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayman Posted July 8, 2010 Share Posted July 8, 2010 I'm jealous, it looks fabulous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cetera Posted July 8, 2010 Share Posted July 8, 2010 VERY nice, Clarky! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lozbass Posted July 8, 2010 Share Posted July 8, 2010 Wonderful! This is a stunning bass indeed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdy Posted July 8, 2010 Share Posted July 8, 2010 Great looking bass. Get some pics in the Alleva P0rn thread when you get chance!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubinga5 Posted July 9, 2010 Share Posted July 9, 2010 wow Clarky...what a bass...my hero too....Barrie has far too many top basses...love his Louis J bass... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niceguyhomer Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 Lush Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warwickhunt Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 Really tidy that like! Had I known Barrie had it and it was available I'd have been talking to him myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alanbass1 Posted July 11, 2010 Share Posted July 11, 2010 Very nice Clarky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayman Posted July 12, 2010 Share Posted July 12, 2010 Where are the ruddy pics !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarky Posted July 12, 2010 Author Share Posted July 12, 2010 [quote name='Rayman' post='892512' date='Jul 12 2010, 08:49 AM']Where are the ruddy pics !![/quote] Mrs C has gone off with sprogs for the week and taken the camera. Sorry! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Clarky Posted July 25, 2010 Author Share Posted July 25, 2010 Promised pics - sorry I am no lysdexia ('birds and basses') with a camera Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niceguyhomer Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 [quote name='Clarky' post='904727' date='Jul 25 2010, 01:41 PM']Promised pics - sorry I am no lysdexia ('birds and basses') with a camera [/quote] That may be Clarky but I assure you Mr Wiggly is very happy with your efforts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barks Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 Hi Clarky, That looks fab mate - love the green. (I've still got your old 3x10 cab by the way ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarky Posted July 25, 2010 Author Share Posted July 25, 2010 [quote name='barks' post='904965' date='Jul 25 2010, 05:39 PM']I've still got your old 3x10 cab by the way [/quote] One of several bits of kit I wish I had never sold with the benefit of hindsight! BassChat and my OCD together have a lot to answer for Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sprocketflup Posted July 25, 2010 Share Posted July 25, 2010 Ok , Im hoping I dont get flamed for this coz its a genuine question, and I mean no offence Ive never heard of Alleva-Coppolo. Its a nice looking bass thats for certain, but what are the qualities that would make someone choose this over any other p style bass please? i.e. exotic woods, amazing electronics package etc etc. Like I said, I mean no offence with the comment, just genuinely curious cheers, Dave Sprocketflup Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarky Posted July 25, 2010 Author Share Posted July 25, 2010 (edited) [quote name='sprocketflup' post='905035' date='Jul 25 2010, 06:24 PM']Ok , Im hoping I dont get flamed for this coz its a genuine question, and I mean no offence Ive never heard of Alleva-Coppolo. Its a nice looking bass thats for certain, but what are the qualities that would make someone choose this over any other p style bass please? i.e. exotic woods, amazing electronics package etc etc. Like I said, I mean no offence with the comment, just genuinely curious cheers, Dave Sprocketflup[/quote] Luthier made in small NY workshop with amazing attention to detail, top quality woods (eg high quality rosewood), hand sprayed nitro finish, exceptional preamplifier etc etc. Plus this toured with Clapton in the hands of one of the bass greats Check out the Alleva Coppollo thread in Gear Porn for more info Edited July 25, 2010 by Clarky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lozbass Posted July 26, 2010 Share Posted July 26, 2010 [quote name='sprocketflup' post='905035' date='Jul 25 2010, 06:24 PM']Ok , Im hoping I dont get flamed for this coz its a genuine question, and I mean no offence Ive never heard of Alleva-Coppolo. Its a nice looking bass thats for certain, but what are the qualities that would make someone choose this over any other p style bass please? i.e. exotic woods, amazing electronics package etc etc. Like I said, I mean no offence with the comment, just genuinely curious cheers, Dave Sprocketflup[/quote] No problem on the question at all. I think Clarky details the major qualities. Also as he says, it's worth a look at the AC website - there are details of the build philosophy and some of the techniques used in production. ACs are high-end, hand-built boutique instruments: the attention to detail is astonishing, and the materials used in production are of the highest quality - some are also very rare, for example 30+ years old Dalbergia Negra (rosewood). The finishing too is just fantastic. I'd recommend that you take a look at some AC basses - I think that the UK's dealer is now based in Harrogate (and he has a good stock). Just one point I think Clarky misses - production moved from Jimmy Coppolo's shop in New York to California in July-August 2008. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Posted August 28, 2010 Share Posted August 28, 2010 I love the colour and the whole P with J pups hybrid quality of it. Nice bass! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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