and because Alembic SC and MK are the nicest basses, for me.

All other basses got dull compared to it, as I suddenly discovered a 3d dimension on my canvas.

I remember well (It was only 2 months ago).
I had just purchased a PRS bass and was searching the net viewing images, when I saw a picture of a guy holding a bass. I clicked on the image and it was Big Tony holding his Alembic Series I. The picture was from this forum. This was the first time I actually heard of the Alembic brand.  
After some research and a couple of calls to some well-known musicians in our area, I caught the must have one bug.  
Every forum member I have talked to dealt with my ignorance to the brand with respect and patience, and has taught me a lot. I have even gotten great advice on my playing.  
I guess my MK not only came with great looks and awesome sound, it came with a great community of musicians.  
I can't say enough good things about Mica. She assisted in our (used bass) transaction as if I was buying a new bass directly from the Mother Ship. When I am able to purchase a new bass it will be from Alembic!!!
 
 
(Message edited by billostech on February 17, 2011)

In the later 70's, when I was about 17 I heard Stanley for the first time. Yeah he was good, LOL, but that sound was what I wanted. I was hooked... and when I identified it as 'Alembic', I tracked them down (no internet... but I was on a quest).
 
I wrote to them and rec'd an info packet (which I still have to this day), including a 1980 price list. Ouch! There goes that idea. But a couple of years later I saw an add for a stock model, the Distillate.
 
This time I called and asked if they could tell me who might have one to try. That led to a Saturday, driving over 4 hours to a store in Cleveland. They had just gotten a Spoiler. I played two notes and melted to the floor. But alas, still couldn't afford.
 
So I looked for the closest thing I could find, and settled for an Aria Pro II SB-1000, which had similar features and I could afford.
 
But finally my luck changed (fate). In '85, a muscian I had recently met, contacted me about someone who was selling one. I finally had an Alembic, a 2 year old Distillate.
It's a tank, and has been my main bass for over 25 yrs. Still in the same shape as adopted.
 
It was getting lonely though, and recently I was lucky enough to find another 32 Alembic. A custom Elan with the bonus of Anniversary electronics. Pristine, so my poor Distillate will still have to do the bulk of out-of-studio work.
 
Yes... I've been obsessed (or posessed)!

James-
 
32 Elan?  I'd love to see pictures if you have them.  You should open a thread in the showcase section if you have pictures and a few moments.

That's a good idea 't'... here's what I found I have of the '89 Elan... and a bonus pic with the '83 Distillate

Killer stuff.... I have a 32 Elan with Signature electronics on my wish list.

very nice... and the licence plate is killer, too

Beautiful basses you have there James. We can see why you are an Alembic player!!!
 
The license plate has given me another idea....

Mine has always been a conversation starter...

Officer: ?Drivers license and registration please?
Paul: ?Here you go officer. May I ask why I got pulled over?
Officer: ?No reason, I am a bass player too. I am thinking about a custom Elan with a walnut top. What do you think?
Paul: ? Well?...?

BTW, James....
 
GO BUCKS!

Hmmmm.  Nice plates - What would you think if Mica's plate read  Fender?

That's some funny stuff... I'm still laughing.
 
I especially like the plate because, few know the name (or is it a word to them?). People ask all the time 'What does that say, Alll Em ba.... So if something happens, they'll be reporting...
 
I think it was alimbis, or something like that

I play Alembic basses because they are the only basses I have. :-)
 
Jazzyvee