The Rick Turner/Alembic/Phil Lesh “Mission Control” bass, aka “Osage Orange”, aka “The Omega”. Started in 1972, completed in mid 1974. By his own admission Lesh finds it impossible to play exact repetitions of a bass line. Keith Godchaux. It was important to us that it go to a Deadhead, it has and now can be shared with the world. The show was originally built as being Stu Allen, Grahame Lesh, and Jason Crosby. This announcement also comes on the heels of the recent news that DSO guitarist Jeff Mattson will perform with two of Jerry Garcia‘s guitars, including his “Alligator” Fender Stratocaster, during the band’s two-night run at The Warfield in San Francisco this week. Mickey Hart. 5:46 "Touch of Grey" Grateful Dead bass cover - Duration: 5 minutes, 46 seconds. It was important to us that it go to a Deadhead, it has and now can be shared with the world. Vangelas will play Lesh’s bass, which was an integral component of the band’s legendary Wall of Sound PA system, on February 21st at the House of Blues in San Diego, CA and at The Wiltern in Los Angeles on February 22nd. The Rick Turner/Alembic/Phil Lesh “Mission Control” bass, aka “Osage Orange”, aka “The Omega”. As one of Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh’s most iconic instruments, ‘Mission Control’ was built at Alembic by luthier Rick Turner in 1973 not just for, but as part of, The Wall of Sound. Dark Star Orchestra was the obvious choice to debut the stage return of this historic instrument, and will be played by DSO bassist Skip Vangelas. Part of the of the early 70s sound was that both Phil's basses (Gibson EB3 & Guild Starfire II) are short scale basses with flat wound strings, And they were both modded by Alembic. A crucial figure in this period was the self-taught electronic engineer Ron Wickersham. Each guitar model is approximately 10” in length and comes complete with a high-quality miniature adjustable A-frame stand and an AXE HEAVEN® guitar case gift box stamped with silver foil. Phil Lesh. One of the first instruments ever built with LED dot markers on the neck, and they are still all original and functional. Bill Kreutzmann. The Rick Turner/Alembic/Phil Lesh “Mission Control” bass, aka “Osage Orange”, aka “The Omega”. Mickey Hart. Phil likes it because of its versatility for bass tone modification. Part of the of the early 70s sound was that both Phil's basses (Gibson EB3 & Guild Starfire II) are short scale basses with flat wound strings, And they were both modded by Alembic. The Rick Turner/Alembic/Phil Lesh ‘Mission Control’ bass, aka ‘Osage Orange,’ aka ‘The Omega,'” added Scheuner. He is an absolute gentleman and a new friend. Like many of his contemporaries, Lesh started out on a Gibson EB-0, before moving onto a Fender Precision Bass in 1968. Phil Lesh Alembic Osiris "Mission Control" Miniature Bass Handmade Model Regular price $39.99 Jerry Cantrell Vintage Blue Dress G&L Rampage Handmade Mini Guitar Model In this ruthlessly honest bestseller, the bass player for the greatest improvisational band in American history tells the full, true story of his life, Jerry Garcia, and the Grateful Dead. Phil Lesh. David Barile. Bill Kreutzmann. Phish.net. Robert Hunter. The Grateful Dead Movie – “The Wall Of Sound”eval(ez_write_tag([[300,250],'liveforlivemusic_com-banner-1','ezslot_2',109,'0','0']));eval(ez_write_tag([[300,250],'liveforlivemusic_com-banner-1','ezslot_3',109,'0','1']));eval(ez_write_tag([[300,250],'liveforlivemusic_com-banner-1','ezslot_4',109,'0','2'])); eval(ez_write_tag([[580,400],'liveforlivemusic_com-large-leaderboard-2','ezslot_6',112,'0','0'])); DSO will close out their winter tour with the shows on February 21st and 22nd. This is a very cool and unique bass tone. AXE HEAVEN® Guitar Case Gift Box w/Stamped Silver Foil and Adjustable A-frame Stand Included, Phil Lesh Alembic Osiris "Mission Control" Miniature Bass Handmade Model, (Also helped with the details on the original miniature guitar by AXE HEAVEN.) Serial Number 74 00008. Regular price $39.99 Phil Lesh Modulus 6-String Bass Mini Guitar Replica Collectible. Mickey Hart. Mickey Hart. You play this instrument in our band.' He also played on "Box of Rain", a song from American Beauty, and on "Greatest Story Ever Told" from Bob Weir's solo album Ace. Vangelas will play “Mission Control” on Friday, February 21 at the House Of Blues San Diego and on Saturday, February 22 at The Wiltern in Los Angeles. 'Phil,' he said, 'this is your bass. 11,666 views; 8 years ago; 14:05. Ron "Pigpen" McKernan. More information on # DemocracyComesAlive, which raised more than $40,000 an counting for HeadCount and participating artists: https://bit.ly/33CPqHe. Robert Hunter. FAMILY INSTRUMENT ALERT #2: Phil Lesh’s historic bass ‘Mission Control’ joins us on stage at House of Blues San Diego Feb 21 & The Wiltern in LA on Feb 22! Phil Lesh’s bass parts represent the very antithesis of this standard. Phil Lesh. Ron "Pigpen" McKernan. Phil Lesh & The Terrapin Family Band Capitol Theatre Port Chester, NY March 14, 2018. Bill Kreutzmann. For tickets and a full list of dates, head to the band’s website. Phil Lesh. Phil's "Mission Control" Alembic Bass in the shop 3 of 3 photos circa 1976. Phil and Dan met (photo) at the June 22 “Phil Lesh & Friends” show in Gilford NH. a close up look at Phil Lesh's Big Brown bass. Alembic Osiris "Mission Control" Miniature Bass Handmade Model by AXE HEAVEN, Information provided by :Jason Scheuner (Also helped with the details on the original miniature guitar by AXE HEAVEN.) Mickey Hart. Phil Lesh. He played bass for the latter group, replacing Phil Lesh during the sessions for their first album. The Mockingbird Foundation is a non-profit organization founded by Phish fans in 1996 to generate charitable proceeds from the Phish community.. And since we’re entirely volunteer – with no office, salaries, or paid staff – administrative costs are less than 2% of revenues! Phish.net is a non-commercial project … Lesh enrolled at UC Berkeley to become a music major, but he and a friend, Tom Constanten, quickly became appalled by the music department's tendency to discourage individual creativity. Searching for the Sound: My Life with the Grateful Dead. Lesh spent his early years using Fender Dual Showman amps. Started in 1972, completed in mid 1974. This is a very cool and unique bass tone. Dave Torbert (June 7, 1948 – December 7, 1982) was a Bay Area musician, best known for his associations with the Grateful Dead and the New Riders of the Purple Sage. Ron "Pigpen" McKernan. Follow This Thread Bookmark Bookmark with Email Notifications Do not follow Thread Order Oldest First Newest First Pagination Show 10 comments per page Show 25 comments per page Show 50 comments per page Show all comments on one page Share; Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Back to Forum. Copyright © 2020, AXE HEAVEN® STORE - Mini Guitar Replica Collectibles. We spent about twenty minutes discussing everything from bass strings to the challenges – and joys – of raising sons. Luthier: Doug Irwin; Client: Phil Lesh; Date: Circa 1970s; Medium: Dimensions: Length: 2 Responses Michael says: October 20, 2019 at 1:48 pm Masterpiece. As the ‘Dead’s live sound evolved, so did Lesh… Copyright © 2020 L4LM | Website by Computer Courage. Phil Lesh & Friends ist eine US-amerikanische Rockband, die vom ehemaligen Grateful-Dead-Bassisten Phil Lesh 1998 gegründet wurde. Started in 1972, completed in mid 1974. Mickey Hart. Keith Godchaux. Phil Lesh. Lesh played “Mission Control” on stage from 1974 until 1979, long after the Wall was shelved following the Dead’s hiatus beginning in October 1974. Lesh’s amplification and effects use runs in concert with his ever evolving use of the bass itself. We are thrilled to be the new custodian of the most significant bass guitar in Rock n Roll History! Dark Star Orchestra bassist Skip Vangelas will use Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh‘s “Mission Control” bass for a pair of DSO shows in Southern California. All Rights Reserved. And I was more than happy to see and hear the three of them play. More info on the Mission Control bass. which has since been gutted and sold. Bill Kreutzmann. It was important to us that it go to a Deadhead, it has and now can be shared with the world. Bass Guitar Details. Band Member: Phil Lesh. Tom Constanten. Phil's "Mission Control" Alembic Bass in the shop 1 of 3 photos circa 1976. Bob Weir. The story behind one of the most technically decorated and carefully crafted bass instruments in music history is one of true Grateful Dead lore. ‘Mission Control’ is likely the ultimate four string electric bass as a combination of lutherie and electronics. “It was important to us that it go to a Deadhead, it has and now can be shared with the world. Keith Godchaux. Dark Star Orchestra was the obvious choice to debut the stage return of this historic instrument, and will be played by DSO bassist Skip Vangelas. Here are a few photographs of Phil and that iconic bass. Osiris aka Mission Control Bass Document by : Jason Scheuner Alembic Custom Bass Guitar called “Osiris” aka “Mission Control” aka “Osage Orange” aka “The Omega”, built by Rick Turner for Phil Lesh not just for, but as part of the Grateful Dead’s legendary Wall of Sound. Alembic Custom Bass Guitar called “Osiris” aka “Mission Control” aka “Osage Orange” aka “The Omega”, built by Rick Turner for Phil Lesh not just for, but as part of the Grateful Dead’s legendary Wall of Sound. Ron "Pigpen" McKernan. You can get close to that sound by using a short scale bass with a rack mount Alembic Superfilters (SF-2). Jerry Garcia. Band Member: Phil Lesh. Ron "Pigpen" McKernan. “Phil’s Bass” In the late 1970s Phil Lesh briefly played a handmade Doug Irwin bass on tour with the Grateful Dead. You can get close to that sound by using a short scale bass with a rack mount Alembic Superfilters (SF-2). Dan notes, “Phil arranged for my wife and me to come backstage during their intermission. As one of Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh’s most iconic instruments, ‘Mission Control’ was built at Alembic by luthier Rick Turner in 1973 not just for, but as part of, The Wall of Sound. The neck and bridge pickups removed some 40 years ago have now been found and recovered (from Fred Hammon of Dark Star Pickups) and will be installed to complete the restoration of this historic instrument. Dark Star Orchestra has announced that bassist Skip Vangelas will perform with Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh’s iconic “Mission Control” bass during a pair of upcoming shows in California. Phil Lesh Alembic Osiris "Mission Control" Miniature Bass Handmade Model. of photos. Bob Weir. The Rick Turner/Alembic/Phil Lesh “Mission Control” bass, aka “Osage Orange”, aka “The Omega”. Alembic Custom Bass Guitar called “Osiris” aka “Mission Control” aka “Osage Orange” aka “The Omega”, built by Rick Turner for Phil Lesh not just for, but as part of the Grateful Dead’s legendary Wall of Sound. Ron "Pigpen" McKernan. His main bass is a custom-made Alembic with additional circuitry designed by George Munday of Pluto Electronics. Jerry Garcia. He briefly played a Gibson EB-3 before diving headfirst into modded gear. mind. Phil Lesh. Serial Number 74 00008. Tom Constanten. FAMILY INSTRUMENT ALERT #2: Phil Lesh’s historic bass ‘Mission Control’ joins us on stage at House of Blues San Diego Feb 21 & The Wiltern in LA on Feb 22! Watch Lesh soundcheck “Mission Control” ahead of one of The Dead’s farewell concerts at the Winterland Ballroom in San Francisco in October of 1974. The ever-evolving and greatly loved Levitate Music & Arts Festival is proud to announce the 2020 lineup for its eighth annual event happening July 10-12, 2020. Tom Constanten . I’m so happy to have been the luthier who built her and to be participating in the restoration to stage ready. This bass had a shit load of electronics in both the upper and lower part of the bass. It was just about a week before … Otherwise, bass notes on downbeats are scarce. Phil Lesh's iconic "Mission Control" bass will return to the stage for two California Dark Star Orchestra shows this month, after the guitar was gutted and lost for nearly 40 years. Make sure you # VOTE on November 3. Robert Hunter. Phillip Chapman Lesh (* 15. Phil's "Mission Control" Alembic Bass in the shop 1 of 3 photos circa 1976. When I heard the first few notes of Phil’s bass, I got pretty emotional. Photos with real Mission Control Bass by Jason Scheuner, AXE HEAVEN® STORE - Mini Guitar Replica Collectibles. 1, 5, 9, and 13 of the example). Jerry Garcia. Regular price $34.99 Phil Lesh Steal Your Face Bass Mini Guitar Replica Collectible. The one dots on the top part are actually buttons but I don't know what they did. Each AXE HEAVEN® ornamental replica guitar is 1:4 scale and is individually handcrafted from solid wood, with metal tuning keys. Rick Turner built “Mission Control” at Alembic in 1973 when the Dead were constructing the ill-fated Wall of Sound. Bill Kreutzmann. Lesh finally put the guitar away for good in 1980 when it was gutted for pickups and parts and lost for 40 years, but now it’s back and restored to its former glory thanks to the guitar’s current owner Jason Scheuner. Ha, I have to laugh! Top Covers - Phil Lesh Play all. Robert Hunter. Phil Lesh's began playing the trumpet when he was fourteen years old, having grown up being exposed to jazz greats such as John Coltrane and Miles Davis. Robert Hunter. Dark Star Orchestra was the obvious choice to debut the stage return of this … Dark Star Orchestrabassist Skip Vangelaswill use Grateful Deadbassist Phil Lesh‘s “Mission Control” bass for a pair of DSO shows in Southern California. The clip comes from The Grateful Dead Movie and captures Lesh in a moment of pure audiophile bliss. Bob Weir. März 1940 in Berkeley, Kalifornien; meist nur Phil Lesh) ist ein Musiker, der vor allem als Bassist von Grateful Dead bekannt wurde. The first leg of the band’s spring tour begins on March 27th at The Ritz in Raleigh, NC. Featured in The Grateful Dead Movie, this instrument was on stage with the Grateful Dead from 1974 until 1979. Phil Lesh Basses. Tom Constanten . Band Member: Phil Lesh. 2 and 6). The first two times through the pattern, he plays a C# on the downbeat of the 2nd measure (mm. She disappeared decades ago having been frightfully abused, but she lives again! Photos with real Mission Control Bass by Jason Scheuner, Live photo of Phil Lesh - (c) James Lee Katz. eval(ez_write_tag([[580,400],'liveforlivemusic_com-medrectangle-4','ezslot_1',140,'0','0']));Rick Turner, the instrument’s creator and now restorationist, said, Ahhh, the return of the prodigal bass! Which in my opinion is a real travesty seeing how much work was put into this one of a kind bass. Phil Lesh’s historic bass ‘Mission Control’ joins us on stage at House of Blues San Diego Feb 21 & The Wiltern in LA on Feb 22! Oh, what I wouldn’t give for one of thes Bill Kreutzmann. Bob Weir. Jerry Garcia. Rick Turner will be flying down to San Diego to complete the final step of the restoration before the first show. Jerry Garcia. Bob Weir. Related: DSO Announces 2020 Dark Star Jubilee Lineup: Oteil & Friends, Galactic, Zero, The Infamous Stringdusters, More. Wickersham and his wife, Susan had been enlisted by Grateful Dead sound man Owsley … Keith Godchaux. Phil Lesh Amps An illustration of The Grateful Dead’s live sound rig (aka Wall of Sound), circa 1974. Phil Lesh – bass/vocals Alex Koford – drums/vocals Grahame Lesh – guitar vocals Jason Crosby – keys/vocals Stu Allen – guitar/vocals. Phil plays the root B on the first beat of each pattern (i.e., downbeat of mm. Phil Lesh on bass and vocals Grahame Lesh on guitar and vocals Jason Crosby on keyboards Ross James on guitar and vocals Alex Koford on drums and vocals. Bob Weir. Phil Lesh Phil also uses George's tone-modifying Pluto Pedal, an active filter/boost/cut unit in which two filters can be swept at once. 2017 Limited Edition Experience Hendrix Tour Fender™ Strat™ Mini Guitar, 60th Anniversary Fender™ Sunburst Strat™ Guitar & Case Set Collection, Billie Joe Armstrong Signature BJ Blue Miniature Guitar Replica Collectible, Billy Gibbons "The Fur" Miniature Guitar Bass Replica Collectible, STOREFRONT  |  SEARCH STORE  |  TERMS & POLICIES  |  AXE HEAVEN® WEBSITE. I can’t wait to hear her in her full glory with Dark Star Orchestra in San Diego & Los Angeles next week!”. Significant degrees of repetition are present only with respect to the underlying harmonic-rhythmic core of the compositions, rarely within or across his own phrases. Robert Hunter. Neck pick up, Bridge pick up, Quad pick up (individual output for each string), Played at Grateful Dead’s return from hiatus show (by invitation only) at GAMH 1975, Played at GD’s most famous show 5-8-77 Barton Hall, Cornell University, Played at the Great Pyramid in Egypt Sept. 1978 and Closing of Winterland 1978, Played at first performance of the Grateful Dead at MSG in NYC 1979. The Osiris bass debuted on stage June 16th 1974 and was played at almost every show until 7-1-79, but was occasionally spelled by the Alembic modified Guild Starfire known as “Big Brown” 250+ shows, Featured in Rolling Stone article about Alembic Sept. 27th 1973, 6 Channel Bass. It was important to us that it go to a Deadhead, it has and now can be shared with the world. The Mockingbird Foundation. Jerry Garcia. 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