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Now I've got the Sei Jazz that Mr Russ had (via Tony) - it's really rather lovely!

Sterling offer and clearly a gentleman of generous spirit and deed - more power to you sir!

I've seen and played a Classic Vibe jazz (Olympic White) - it looked fantastic and sounded fairly good. It really needed a good set-up but I've no doubt it could be an excellent bass

[quote name='clauster' post='353635' date='Dec 13 2008, 03:13 PM']it was the Alembics that blew me away, I've never seen such beautifully built basses in my life[/quote] They're not to everybody's taste and they have their detractors but I've honestly not seen anything that comes close in many, many years of playing

Great to hear of a good outcome and a supportive dealer - I'm excited for you!

I have a natural '76 Mustang that I may be selling (bl**dy lovely - bought from Beedster 6 weeks ago but may have to go) - I'll throw in a can of blue nitro for £425!? On the Japanese version - I've played one and it was really good - I've not seen one in blue however, and didn't know they were available.

Absolutely lovely - I'm smitten (and I've never had the pleasure of a F).

I'm pleased to hear that you're sorted out on both counts (well hopefully on the repair). The offer stands if there's any problem.

First, I'm really sorry to hear about this - we all take precautions but sometimes things like this just happen. I hope there's a happy outcome in terms of repair. I use Ged Green in Manchester - he's extremely good and very experienced with respsect to neck breaks and may be able to help. I can see that you're getting good offers. I have a couple of basses (decent stuff) that I won't be using over the next month or two and would be happy to offer a loan. PM if you're interested.

Now my arithmetic isn't good, but I deduce that you're expecting a pretty lovely bass (around €2400?) - do tell and we can share your excitement!

I came across an Alembic Series II a few months ago...my other basses are certainly not 'in the bin', but there's an absolute chasm in tone and playability

Extremely high for me with every bass - I tend to play in a seated position mainly, and kind of slump/slouch over the bass. This makes the bass sit very high on my chest, just below the chin really, with the back section of the body pushed well under my arm. So, when I stand, the bass has to be very high to replicate the position. I just find it much easier to reach the whole of the neck with the bass very high and wrist rotation is much reduced at the bottom end. I did spend many years (mid to late '70s) playing rock with the bass hung very low - it was never comfortable but I was able to tolerate the difficulty then.

"Are you homophobic? Cos i aint." I'm pleased to hear this. In answer to the question, I don't think so and hope not. However, it's probably for others to judge.

Maybe I'm not the only one uncomfortable with aspects of this thread

[quote name='ARGH' date='Nov 5 2008, 07:35 PM' post='322908'] Nothing is ever a problem for Jim... It was when I called him.

The Original is not my favourite shape but that is just gorgeous (and I don't have a problem with the headstock shape) - congratulations. The headless six is jaw-dropping!

Playability, tone, quality, price, re-sale value Good luck!