Hey everybody. I am ready to buy one of these basses. I have the funds and I am ready to pull the trigger for the right bass. 4 strings only. Hope to hear from someone soon.
Thanks

May also consider a 34 scale Mark King as well as a nice Spoiler, thats not overpriced.
 
(Message edited by Bassman8416 on March 20, 2016)

Here is one on Ebay, a 34 Mark King in Japan although I think the price is a bit off reality.  
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ALEMBIC-Mark-King-Signature-4string-1987-Super-Rare-Free-Shipping-/152020733992?hash=item2365245028:g:PhcAAOSwvgdW25ZZ

Yeah, thats way beyond what i can spend .

Here's one on Craigslist:
 
http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/msg/5435120082.html

There is a fellow on the Facebook Alembic musical instruments page that has been trying to sell a Mark King Standard for the past several months.  It's 34 scale, grafted walnut top.  He's from the UK.  If you've never played a long scale Alembic before, I'd recommend trying one before buying.  1st position on an Alembic long scale is a serious stretch for some folks, myself included.  I just picked up a Distillate in December and love it.  The bass/treble cut & boost switches are very handy on a live stage.

After some thought...I am just looking for 32 basses. I do have hand issues. Thanks for all the help thus far....much appreciated.

I just purchased a DeArmond with Novaks, so Mark King is out. Looking primarily for a Spoiler or Distillate.
thanks

Here's a 32 Series 1 you might consider...
 
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/msg/5502070938.html

To add to the comment by pas, I think the body size and shape affects playability of long scale basses as well.  For instance, first position can be a challenge for my standard point series 1.  I compensate by wearing it a little higher and pivoting it to the right of my body to enable me to more easily play the first position.  In contrast, my Orion is long scale but has a better ergonomic design and is much easier to play.  I attribute this to the smaller body size and contoured stomach shaping, all of which reduces the distance to the first fret and makes it easier to reach and play the first position.  So, pas is right, if you are considering long scale, try out a few models to see what works best for you, if at all.  Have fun!

Thank you all for the sound advice...at this point I am only looking for Spoiler and Distillate basses. I have an SF-2 to pair it with so I feel the combination will be amazing.

I have an 83 Koa Spoiler bought new in 83 and refinished by Alembic in black. $2000 with case and a calzone road case if you'd like.
pictures down the page a bit.
http://club.alembicguitars.net/Images/395/137397.html?1402675429

Hey Danno, the black Spoiler looks really nice and clean...was hoping for a wood finish though. Nothing shows up in a couple weeks or so, I may have a change of heart. Thank you for reaching out. I do have my fingers crossed for a Distillate, let a couple slip away this past month.

Check out this Distilate, here. Auction has a day left.

This Spoiler looks quite beautiful:
 
http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/msg/5505438423.html