I'm looking for an alembic with the crown headstock in the distillate price range.  I might consider a persuader or spoiler with the right top or a signature if it is priced low enough.  Nothing with an offset body like an epic or essence. Let me know! Thanks

Here it is !
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=140491706945&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT#ht_500wt_1156

Thanks, but I forgot to mention I'd prefer one without a maple top!

How about Zebrawood? One built in '83 just went up for sale ($2250) at Lark Street Music in Jersey. From the photos it looks clean except for having the jack area broken and reinforced. Ask for Buzzy.
 
http://www.larkstreetmusic.com/stock.html

Zebrawood Distillates are the schnizel!
The price from the link above is decent . . .  go for it - you won't be sorry!

Thanks for the link.  Nice looking bass but I think I'll wait til something pops up without a major repair like that!

Okay, I bought the one mentioned above at Lark Street. My first Alembic bass. Always wanted one since the 70s.
What can I say that hasn't already been said? It's great. Plays like a dream. Sounds like a dream.
(The jack has been repaired most solidly; it's not going anywhere.)

Nice guys there. I'm bringing in a couple of my basses for fret dressing this week. I haven't developed my filing skills yet.
Congrats. Alembics can be addicting.

Wanted essence 4 or 5 string must be in good condition.
Cheers Johno.