Dec 5, 2025 · I was talking to fellow member about Ken Smith tones and this song came to mind because the most famous version was played during Louis Johnson’s short Alembic period …

Jan 9, 2005 · Yes, simpler than an SF-2 and you can still create an Alembic tone for non-Alembic instruments, which was my objective. I’m using it with my Starfire bass and it sounds really nice.

Feb 26, 2013 · My Alembic Orion sounds like a Jazz bass on steroids. I like it's sound very much, even more than my 62 Fender Jazz but the Jazz just plays better.

Jun 4, 2005 · I have Alembic Activators in my jazz bass, couldn't be more pleased with them. Alembic pickups will get you the alembic-esque sound, but of course it will never sound or …

May 4, 2002 · Alembic pre, Furmin Parametric EQ, BGW power amp, and the JBL Cabaret 15's.... pretty nice for the time... things IMO are much better now (smaller, lighter, punchier, louder), …

Jul 27, 2009 · Alembic is of course terribly proud of its high quality pickups, but mine simply sucked. I called Alembic a few times, was told to make sure the shielding on the wires was in …

Mar 27, 2010 · The Alembic Club at Alembic’s website is a wonderful source of information about how to set up and care for your Alembic. The FAQs and “Must Read” sections are invaluable.

Jul 25, 2021 · From what year is the Alembic that John Paul Jones used with Led Zeppelin? I know it's 70's, but which specific year? Thanks!

Jul 9, 2008 · For the detail-obsessed: Entwistle's Alembics weren't Exploiters, but rather Explorer-shaped Series basses. The Exploiter was an actual model, with different electronics & wood …

Jan 31, 2010 · Any independant Luthiers Build Alembic clones? Looks AND SOUND! Without it costing an arm and a leg??