This is very tough.  I'm going to part with my beloved Alembic.  After falling on some hard times financially over the past few years it's apparent I must.  It will not be my last Alembic this is for sure.  
 
This bass was conceived with lots of love from myself and tons of  help from Mica.  It was built at Alembic with lots of love as well.  I spared absolutely no expense on the features.  Part of the beauty of the bass was the experience of getting it made.  
 
I was very fortunate to have this bass become a Featured Custom, one of only a few for 2009.  
http://www.alembicguitars.net/info/fc_ben.html
 
It's a great sounding instrument, it plays great, it looks amazing.  Before I go the eBay route, I'd like to offer it here to our outspoken Alembic lovers club.  =)
 
The bass is still in perfect condition. I had only taken it to a few gigs.  The rest was recording sessions and practice.  It always went back in the case.  
 
http://www.alembicguitars.net/info/fc_ben.html
 
I'm asking $7,985 + shipping/insurance  here on  the forum only.  It's a pricey instrument but I'm sure most of you know how much it went for new.  Offers are welcome.  This is a ready to go, new condition instrument.   You will not find one this unique off the rack.  
 
Thank you for reading and please pass on to anyone who you think may be interested.  Feel free to write me with any questions. a n d b a s s f o r a l l @gmail.com
 
Best Regards,
Mike

Beautiful mike, in every definition of the word! Hope it finds a loving home!

AMAZING top!!!!!
Good luck with the sale.
 
Peter

Thanks so much guys.  Hoping it'll go to a loving home.

email sent

Hmm.... You want $8k.... I have zero dollars.... But I am willing to give it a great home for free!   : ).   Joking!  
It's really beautiful. Good luck with the sale.

Still on the market thus far.  Thanks for all the support guys!

Gone to eBay land!  Offers welcome.  Feel free to share post.  Thanks all!  http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=181017451910