Dingwall Owners Club

[LowBstring]

I read about that. I believe Gibson started doing it for a few reasons. First, it was similar to the finish applied to classical instruments with a lighter center. Second, the black edge allowed Gibson to use lower quality wood by hiding the edge.

 

[Energy]

I’d really like one in honeyburst someday.

Here's a pic of my (ex) honeyburst AB-1:

 

[J Posega]

Here's a pic of my (ex) honeyburst AB-1:

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So nice.

 

[Waltsdog]

I looked at the issue of checked baggage damage and it looks like it does happen but it's a minority. The vast majority of instruments ship just fine in a good case as checked baggage.

Of course, today you have to wonder if the positive posts are not astro turf by professional reputation managers like big corps have.

I brought a Dingwall back in my checked bag from the UK to Canada recently. Popped the neck off wrapped it in the gig bag and it went in my suitcase with all the cloths for more protection. It was a risk yes but if the airline managed to destroy it while surrounded in that much packing I think there would be bigger problems.
Things get lost and things get handled poorly for sure, but we only hear about the bad news stories through reviews.

 

[xnewyorka]

Here's a pic of my (ex) honeyburst AB-1:

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Very beautiful - I notice a theme! And Bach's complete Cantatas too! Did you ever attempt playing any of those on URB or Electric?

 

[Matt Dean]

When ever I’ve flown with my bass, I’ve just carried it on and either put it in the overhead or in the stewardess closet. Never had a problem.

 

[xnewyorka]

When ever I’ve flown with my bass, I’ve just carried it on and either put it in the overhead or in the stewardess closet. Never had a problem.

(In a gig bag of course.)
Domestic flights only, or also international?
Do you have any 'status' with the airline (Silver/Gold/Platinum/etc.) or are you just a commoner in Group 3/4/5?

 

[packrat]

I have status and am usually flying business and have found several non-US airlines to be perfectly happy to find a closet for a bass in a good gig bag on international flights.

 

[xnewyorka]

I have status and am usually flying business and have found several non-US airlines to be perfectly happy to find a closet for a bass in a good gig bag on international flights.

I have no personal experience with carrying on because the only time I flew with a bass, I took Mike Tobias' advice and put it in a gig bag, then into the below-linked flight case. (It worked great from NY to New Zealand and back, and I still have the case for future trips. I can make it available for rent for a nominal fee to any bassists in the NYC area.)
But I would suspect that having any sort of status with the airline would help, if for no other reason than that it allows you to board earlier while there is still room in the closet and overhead. I have noticed lately that only about the first half of passengers get to take their carry-ons onto the plane on my United flights.
Also, the value and importance of being kind, friendly, patient and understanding with the flight attendants during your boarding process CANNOT be overstated.
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[NOLA Bass]

When ever I’ve flown with my bass, I’ve just carried it on and either put it in the overhead or in the stewardess closet. Never had a problem.

Same here. Both times was Southwest, so I paid the extra $15 for early boarding to make sure I'd get on before bins filled up.

 

[LowBstring]

The problem with a carry-on arrangement is that if they turn the bass away at the gate you have no recourse. If you don't take the flight you don't get a refund unless you've specifically insured against it.

I might try this, but I'll buy travel insurance.

 

[Matt Dean]

(In a gig bag of course.)
Domestic flights only, or also international?
Do you have any 'status' with the airline (Silver/Gold/Platinum/etc.) or are you just a commoner in Group 3/4/5?

In a quality gig bag of course...

 

[been_effected]

Welp, I'm on the wait list for a 6-string Combustion 3X in trans blackburst with pao ferro fretboard. Estimated delivery is end of year from what I hear (Nov/Dec).

*crosses fingers and toes* really hope I like this one

 

[Energy]

And Bach's complete Cantatas too! Did you ever attempt playing any of those on URB or Electric?

Not yet. Would be a good exercise though.

 

[spiritbass]

Ventured into the control cavity of my NG2 to wire the pickups in series last night. I don't mind a little soldering (I like the smell ), but I sure do like the new rotary switch with screw connections! Sounding good through the home rig (Subway+110 Flex), looking forward to hearing it through the Reeves/2x110 Bodai on Sunday...

 

[Bassheart365]

Paint swirl, solid colors, burst, natural finishes. It's all good. But you got to admit, an uncolored Z3 exotic top under the stage lights is majestic...probably the best photo to date of my Z3 in action.

 

[BurningSkies]

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Sheldon’s autumn-inspired colors are awesome. I’d really like one in honeyburst someday. This is Two-tone Burst.

When and how did the sunburst finish originate, I wonder?

Look up 'french polish' guitars.

 

[LowBstring]

Some Z3's have the pickups tightly grouped, like arrowson's.
Others have a gap between the middle pup and the neck pup.

What are the advantages to each configuration?

 

[Resonance129]

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Another praise to Michael here too. He was very helpful in getting my bass. We believe it to be the 1st Purple Swirl 4 String to hit the states! ShoMe Music is THE place for Dingwalls in the US!

Oh my...

 

[sratas]

Some Z3's have the pickups tightly grouped, like arrowson's.
Others have a gap between the middle pup and the neck pup.

What are the advantages to each configuration?

Interested too