White Cloud

Smashing work, really enjoying this build.

I can basically say that a bass is indeed the best type of bass for providing the bass as necessitated by the requirements of a prog/metal band which includes a bass player for playing bass on a bass. To clarify, yes...a bass is best for playing bass in a prog/metal band - best bass or best anything being defined by the subjective reality as perceived by said bassist's perception of reality as it isn't but actually is in his world.

Wow, stunning bass...congrats!

Rush - several gigs, every one a loser. Terrific band...pitiful mix.

"Head over heels" - Tears for Fears

Far be it for me to tell you that the prospect of swapping a Lakland 5502 for a Jazz bass is crazy.....

I have seen Rush six times over the years....one of my all time favourite bands, but the sound quality/mix has been consistently diabolical. Strange that one of my favourite bands gigs should have proved some of the biggest disappointments.

[quote name='leschirons' timestamp='1447853615' post='2910931'] Apart from the fact I'm 500 miles away? [/quote] ....and if you really want to gain access you will find a way....

[quote name='zawinul' timestamp='1447797319' post='2910574'] yes exactly it is wonderful. .. I think its jot the instrument its more my lack of inspiration in ME! [/quote] [i]You [/i]have [i]unlimited potential[/i]....whats holding you back? Start by [i]doing whats necessary[/i]; then [i]do whats possible[/i]; and suddenly [i]you are doing the impossible![/i]

If you really want to gain access to the gig you will find a way.... Jimmy Johnson is one of the greatest modern electric bassists and a true gentleman.

[quote name='zawinul' timestamp='1447806742' post='2910658'] Probably my favourite band of all time, I keep discovering new things in their music. . Its got immense groove and technically so complex on another planet really!! [/quote] I agree completely

It doesn't matter what bass you play - its a tool used for making sounds that express your musical creativity. The name playing the bass is more important that the name on the headstock. A good prog/metal bassist can make good prog/metal on any decent quality bass ....you are the vital component.

[quote name='zawinul' timestamp='1447793621' post='2910516'] maybe its me... I'm just not feeling very innovative right now.... right more pedals.... [/quote] Dear oh dear oh dear....all this from a man who has just received a lovely new ACG. Shocker!

Oh, and forgot to say....great basses for little cash

45-105's

[quote name='Wolverinebass' timestamp='1447526200' post='2908379'] Apologies mate, I missed that! Such a pity it's black as price wise it's not completely horrific. I doubt you'd get that much alembic similarities out of that though aside from the shape. Just a shameless cash in really. On the other hand, you could get something more like it by putting in an ACG filter preamp but that's another £200 or so on top. Just a thought. [/quote] No need to apologise dude, its only rock n roll!

Awesome basses, incredible tone and electrics. My Custom was probably the best bass that I ever owned during 35 yrs of playing.

[quote name='Wolverinebass' timestamp='1447406435' post='2907345'] An Alembic re-issue spyder costs $15500. So, call it £[u]16000[/u]. Even if it were a series 2 Alembic that would be 10 times more than the Dean, not 20 times more. [/quote] Yes, however the cheaper Dean explorer featured in the OP's original post is priced at £775....we aren't discussing the higher priced Dean explorer. 775 x 20 = 1550 Just sayin!

Its an earlier Japanese made variant of the currently available Prestige model, the highest marque that Ibanez offer...the inlay was standard. Cant remember the model number (Sr 3000?) They are very high quality professional instruments...they tend to sell 2nd hand for a fraction of the original price, and are usually an absolute bargain.

[quote name='Wolverinebass' timestamp='1447249046' post='2906099'] the Dean is a 9th rate cousin to the Alembic it has ripped off in the most brazen way. [/quote] Perhaps...but at approximately a 20th of the price it gives those with very little disposable income (most of us) the opportunity to get at least a 9th of the Alembic vibe.

Congratulations, stunning bass! Well done.

I owned a Supernatural bass during the late 80's (swapped my Wal for it)...it was the most beautiful looking bass I have ever owned, but I found the electrics to be weak and after a few weeks the neck developed a terminal back bow which resembled Robin Hoods weapon of choice. I moved it on, and such was my disapointment and grief would never, ever buy another. Just saying!