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This needs to be seen (and sold - it's presence here is causing me considerable anxiety and has resulted in reduced ability to concentrate). I will write more about it in the next day or two - I'm lucky enough to have played it.

These are really lovely - very modern and hi-fi but with real presence and some excellent, useable features. In my experience, it's a versatile amp but the 'flat' sound with a modern, high-end bass (Sei, Overwater etc.) is exquisite. Build quality is extraordinary too. This is a good price (especially with the bag).

[quote name='metaltime' post='374719' date='Jan 9 2009, 01:39 AM']there is something special about Alembic. If i was buying a high end bass you could keep your smiths, foderas whatever[/quote] I really couldn't agree more. I'm a bit of a greedy b*****d and have an Alembic and a Fodera. The latter is very nice (very, very nice) but it doesn't come close to the Alembic. My 'bic is a Series II but it is honestly no better, nicer, more stunning etc. than this Triple O. Don't d*ck about - if you have any chance of raising £3k, just do yourself a favour and go and get this.

I only have time for the shortest comment now but will post more later. I've had the tremendous pleasure of meeting 4000, seeing this bass, and being offered a chance to play it. Forget pretty much everything you've ever seen/played before. I've been playing for well over 30 years and this bass is in the top 4 or 5 I've ever come across (and it's impossible to rank that 4 or 5 against one another). I can't begin to describe the walnut - it is the most breathtaking piece I've witnessed. Playability is simply stunning and the signature electronics are pretty close to those on a Series II. Nothing else sounds like an Alembic. Sure, these basses divide opinion: however, if you're on the 'pro' side, this is the best chance you'll have to acquire an as new, stunning, custom Alembic at an extremely good price. Trust me, I went over this bass very carefully and there really is not a mark on it (and the truss rod cover is as perfect as any I've seen). The only thing that stopped me from parting with cash on the spot was the scale length and general size of the bass - I have a fairly slight frame and the bass was simply too big for me. Yes, I know there's a recession, but it will pass. 'Deep breath, leap of faith, buy this now. You won't regret it and will be as smug and happy as f*** for a very long time to come.

Cheers, Thailand in the rain has got to be better than Manchester in pretty much any weather. No probs on the cab designation - just an idle query (I suspect its a Series I - the 'II's haven't been around too long). I was thinking it would pair nicely with my existing Series I but on reflection, it'd be serious overkill. Enjoy the rest of the break!

Hi, is this a Series I or II?

Hi, sorry if I've missed anything - is this bass in the UK, US, Europe or elsewhere (I'm sure this is an important issue for any potential purchaser)?

I really don't get on with wenge - if I did, this would be sold. Absolutely stunning - a credit to Alan's work. Good luck with the sale - I can't see this hanging around.

suggestions for price - I sold one on ebay around 18 months ago (a '78 in white, fair to good condition) for around £350. The market was very different then (!) but I'd still be aiming for something like £330 - 400 - a lot depends on who's looking for one and how much they want it.