Alembic Orion 5 - $1300

Flame maple top
Mahogany body
Active electronics
Solid brass hardware
Brand new Sadowsky strings
ebony fingerboard

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You won’t believe how effortlessly the Orion responds to your touch, easily reproducing even the most subtle fingering techniques. The Orion can help you achieve tones you only dreamed were possible. Set neck construction gives the Orion warm, well-defined midrange response. The cross-grained maple neck is supported by two dual truss rods that adjust at the body. Topped off with a durable ebony fingerboard, the neck has a comfortable shape and complete access to upper frets. The construction, control, and sheer playability of the Orion combine to create an instrument that responds instantly to its player. [partially reproduced from the Alembic website - www.alembic.com]