The bass was ordered as a custom Essence bass. Back then, the serial number code was retained for the starting model. It would be classified as a pure custom with a "C" for the serial number code. Here's what's in the file from Alembic:

serial number: 02K12713
model name: Custom Essence bass
model number: CKLB5
top: Coco Bolo
accent: Maple
body: Mahogany
body shape: 3/4 Omega
neck: 7-piece Maple and Purpleheart
scale: long, 34"
fingerboard: Ebony
inlays: Pearloid (plastic)
peghead shape: Crown
pickups: Alembic AXY56
controls: "Signature" volume, pan, filter x2, Q-switch x2, mono output
backplates: brass
finish: polyester gloss
originally made for: Dixie Music, KY
birthday: January 7, 2002

The original owner was registered in Indiana. Bass now lives in Iowa. Original case included. Everything in immaculate condition.

$4,200 USD

Nice one. If it was a 4-string I'd be in trouble. I'm hoping to find a 70's MSB Omega cut.

SOLD! Thanks for looking!

Someone is doing a happy dance... real beauty there.

That's a sweet bass there!