Dingwall Owners Club

[The_Owl]

There's several examples of this in the club. @BurningSkies uses an NG3 regularly on his reggae gigs. I play an AB 3X in a power/progressive poprock band based on acoustic guitar and piano.

NG basses are very versatile for what they are, thanks to pickup settings and the preamp.

 

[Waltsdog]

Hello, Dingwall Owners!

I'm seriously considering purchasing my first 5 string Dingwall and I've been looking at the Combustion and NG2 models. I'm doing Top 40/RB/variety band gigs and after reading the reviews and looking at the you tube videos, I'm thinking that the Combustion is more suited to my situation but I have to admit, that Ferrari Yellow NG2 keeps calling out to me. So my question is, is there anyone here that is using the NG2 for non-metal "regular bar band/festival gigs" like me?

thanks!

Have a look at the dealer's list here: Invalid Link Removed there is probably one not too far from you that will have something in stock (it might not be a Combustion or NG). That way you should be able to try something out. I'm sure there was a shop in New York that had stock, also @xnewyorka has a few for sale, I don't remember if he has what you're after though.

There are quite a few players using the NG for what you're doing, if they have the finish options you prefer then just go for one of those, you can always move the pickups if you prefer the Combustion spacing.

 

[djaxup]

The NG-2 has beautiful regular bass tones to do solid pocket work. it is absolutely not a metal only bass. It is like a more versatile stingray... you can dial in very nice P and Ray tones with zero effort.

Imo, in active mode, if you cut the mids just a bit and the upper mids a bit more, it just sounds like a very basic bass guitar tone, solid and accurate. My go-to sound for playing covers etc... both PUs in parallel with the above settings.

My main band plays gothic/wave originals, and while I usually play a Rickenbacker live, the NG-2 works perfectly in that setting. Drums, 2xVocals, gritty and quite high gain guitar, along with a very good keys player. The NG-2 can lay down a nice foundation and the keys guy just loves the perfect intonation the Dingwall delivers. Every single note on the fretboard up to the 17th fret is spot on, on each string. He instantly noticed the difference when I first brought the NG-2 to rehearsal. We play quite some long lingering notes together, and it really shines in that aspect. It's sound is also focused in a way that it doesn't interfere with the other instruments as much as my other basses.

 

[BuffaloBob4343]

A little extra time for a lot more TLC...


Looks like walnut to me. Bassed on the serial number, 2006 or earlier. I just sold one in the mid 3800s which was from Dec 2006 and I still own one in the 3900s from 2007.

I can vouch for their goodness (Bubinga/Wenge).

I owned one with FD1 pups, bubinga top and neck, mahogany body. Two-band Aggie pre. I wish I could have that one back. I loved the bubinga neck. Good get!

 

[BurningSkies]

Hello, Dingwall Owners!

I'm seriously considering purchasing my first 5 string Dingwall and I've been looking at the Combustion and NG2 models. I'm doing Top 40/RB/variety band gigs and after reading the reviews and looking at the you tube videos, I'm thinking that the Combustion is more suited to my situation but I have to admit, that Ferrari Yellow NG2 keeps calling out to me. So my question is, is there anyone here that is using the NG2 for non-metal "regular bar band/festival gigs" like me?

Andy Irvine and one other guy have NG2 videos on youtube where they get a variety of tones out of them but I'm wondering if I can get some comments about NG2's performing in these types of gigs in the wild.

thanks!

Sure! I play reggae/soul that also touches on rock/funk and occasionally heavier stuff. I was unsure when I purchased the NG if it would be 'my thing' but Sheldon told me that he was sure that I'd find a few settings that I'd like...and he was right. I have an NG3, but I use the "bridge/middle in series' setting 95% of the time. To the point where I took this stock Combustion:

And did this (excuse the mockup pickguard):

 

[singlemalt]

Either one should do it. Plus the pickup set is flexible. Don’t overthink it, just step into the Dingwall magic!

 

[Bassheart365]

The_Owl approves of this purchase. Bubinga and Wenge together is pure magic, tone wise.

Yes, and the HS ("heavy solids") rule!

 

[BurningSkies]

Either one should do it. Plus the pickup set is flexible. Don’t overthink it, just step into the Dingwall magic!

I was really unsure that the 2x-at the bridge pickup position would work for me, but I've found that what it nets is some more clarity and intelligibility and and perceived loss of low end isn't all that extreme and can be dialed in comfortably if you really desire.

 

[Jason42]

As I looked at multiscale basses from other vendors before buying my Dingwall, I did not see any others which had the same type of ratio of fanning. All of the other ones seem to have a much smaller difference between the length of the E and G strings with Dingwall's difference being superior (naturally). Does Dingwall have some type of special claim to their specific formula?

 

[Salciniclas]

I get to love my NG3 more and more. Plays so f**king smooth and fast. Didn't even need more than half an hour to adjust from my corvette. And man this B-String is gorgerous. Today i got a bit of fret buzz after i drove half an hour in the cold car with it but i guess it will be gone tomorrow again after having a good night in my room. And if not i just set the action a bit higher since it is incredibly low from factory.

 

[BurningSkies]

As I looked at multiscale basses from other vendors before buying my Dingwall, I did not see any others which had the same type of ratio of fanning. All of the other ones seem to have a much smaller difference between the length of the E and G strings with Dingwall's difference being superior (naturally). Does Dingwall have some type of special claim to their specific formula?

I think @Sheldon D. probably can speak to this best, but I think there's a whole lot of time and trial and error and engineering that went into the final 34-37" scale length on the 5 strings (obviously a bit shorter on the 4-strings, since you're talking E to G. That 3" or (give or take 2.5 inch on the 4's) can feel extreme at the...well...extremities of the neck. So I think that other companies use a smaller fan to make that seem a bit less intense.

 

[BurningSkies]

I get to love my NG3 more and more. Plays so f**king smooth and fast. Didn't even need more than half an hour to adjust from my corvette. And man this B-String is gorgerous. Today i got a bit of fret buzz after i drove half an hour in the cold car with it but i guess it will be gone tomorrow again after having a good night in my room. And if not i just set the action a bit higher since it is incredibly low from factory.

Sounds less like 'action' and more like a quick truss rod adjustment. Most likely due to humidity differences between outdoors and in the house at this time of year.

 

[Jason42]

I think @Sheldon D. probably can speak to this best, but I think there's a whole lot of time and trial and error and engineering that went into the final 34-37" scale length on the 5 strings (obviously a bit shorter on the 4-strings, since you're talking E to G. That 3" or (give or take 2.5 inch on the 4's) can feel extreme at the...well...extremities of the neck. So I think that other companies use a smaller fan to make that seem a bit intense.

I played a few Ibanez & ESP's, and they are definitely missing out due to their lack of 'intensity'

 

[BurningSkies]

I played a few Ibanez & ESP's, and they are definitely missing out due to their lack of 'intensity'

it seems silly, but aesthetics are a huge consideration. We know that the 3" fan is right, but others don't and plenty buy with their eyes. So, a lesser fan seems less 'radical' (keep in mind how many people assume that because of the fan that the basses must be harder to play)...also, I have a feeling that with less fan there's less overall engineering geometry to work with. Things like the ibanez read to me like a parallel fret bass that's had a fanned neck slapped on it.

 

[MDBass]

Hello, Dingwall Owners!

I'm seriously considering purchasing my first 5 string Dingwall and I've been looking at the Combustion and NG2 models. I'm doing Top 40/RB/variety band gigs and after reading the reviews and looking at the you tube videos, I'm thinking that the Combustion is more suited to my situation but I have to admit, that Ferrari Yellow NG2 keeps calling out to me. So my question is, is there anyone here that is using the NG2 for non-metal "regular bar band/festival gigs" like me?

Andy Irvine and one other guy have NG2 videos on youtube where they get a variety of tones out of them but I'm wondering if I can get some comments about NG2's performing in these types of gigs in the wild.

thanks!

Claudio Rocha is another guy using an NG2 for pop/funk/rnb/etc, and Will Shively uses an NG3 for Boyz 2 Men now as well.

Here's me using an NG3 on a reggae track



I use mine for Top 40/wedding gigs as well, it's the single most versatile bass I own.

 

[Bassheart365]

Hello, Dingwall Owners!

I'm seriously considering purchasing my first 5 string Dingwall and I've been looking at the Combustion and NG2 models. I'm doing Top 40/RB/variety band gigs and after reading the reviews and looking at the you tube videos, I'm thinking that the Combustion is more suited to my situation but I have to admit, that Ferrari Yellow NG2 keeps calling out to me. So my question is, is there anyone here that is using the NG2 for non-metal "regular bar band/festival gigs" like me?

Andy Irvine and one other guy have NG2 videos on youtube where they get a variety of tones out of them but I'm wondering if I can get some comments about NG2's performing in these types of gigs in the wild.

thanks!

To answer your question, yes, I've used Dingwalls for 8 years now in a 'non-metal' context, i.e., R&B, Soul, Funk, Blues, Rock for bar and festival gigs. Also for recording.
Here I'm using a Z3 with flat wounds on the Bonnie Raite cover, Tangled and Dark.

 

[spiritbass]

To answer your question, yes, I've used Dingwalls for 8 years now in a 'non-metal' context, i.e., R&B, Soul, Funk, Blues, Rock for bar and festival gigs. Also for recording.
Here I'm using a Z3 with flat wounds on the Bonnie Raite cover, Tangled and Dark.

Bonnie's my girl. Soundin' good, brother!

 

[pbass6811]

Hello, Dingwall Owners!

I'm seriously considering purchasing my first 5 string Dingwall and I've been looking at the Combustion and NG2 models. I'm doing Top 40/RB/variety band gigs and after reading the reviews and looking at the you tube videos, I'm thinking that the Combustion is more suited to my situation but I have to admit, that Ferrari Yellow NG2 keeps calling out to me. So my question is, is there anyone here that is using the NG2 for non-metal "regular bar band/festival gigs" like me?

Andy Irvine and one other guy have NG2 videos on youtube where they get a variety of tones out of them but I'm wondering if I can get some comments about NG2's performing in these types of gigs in the wild.

thanks!

Non-metal guy here. I play in a hard/modern rock cover band. The closest we get to metal is probably FFDP, Chevelle, and maybe Metallica. We also do a good bit of pop rock like 3 Doors Down, Finger 11, Billy Idol, and Bon Jovi. Although I'm not currently playing Dingwalls, I did for a while(ABZ5 & Combustion V1) and they were outstanding! I feel like any of Sheldon's basses would be perfect in any genre of music. I can see a jazz guy killin' on a NG-3 and I can see a metal guy killin' on a Super series, they both seem legit.

If you want an NG to play pop tunes, GO FOR IT! I can't wait until Q4 of this year...

 

[Jason42]

Hello, Dingwall Owners!

I'm seriously considering purchasing my first 5 string Dingwall and I've been looking at the Combustion and NG2 models. I'm doing Top 40/RB/variety band gigs and after reading the reviews and looking at the you tube videos, I'm thinking that the Combustion is more suited to my situation but I have to admit, that Ferrari Yellow NG2 keeps calling out to me. So my question is, is there anyone here that is using the NG2 for non-metal "regular bar band/festival gigs" like me?

Andy Irvine and one other guy have NG2 videos on youtube where they get a variety of tones out of them but I'm wondering if I can get some comments about NG2's performing in these types of gigs in the wild.

thanks!

Don't forget that Lee Sklar was one of the first (I think) Dingwall endorsers, and he sure isn't metal. I was in the same decision and ended up with a Combustion because I decided I didn't want a Darkglass Preamp. The 3 pickup option is ridiculously flexible for tone.

 

[BassikBrad]

Hello, Dingwall Owners!

I'm seriously considering purchasing my first 5 string Dingwall and I've been looking at the Combustion and NG2 models. I'm doing Top 40/RB/variety band gigs and after reading the reviews and looking at the you tube videos, I'm thinking that the Combustion is more suited to my situation but I have to admit, that Ferrari Yellow NG2 keeps calling out to me. So my question is, is there anyone here that is using the NG2 for non-metal "regular bar band/festival gigs" like me?

Andy Irvine and one other guy have NG2 videos on youtube where they get a variety of tones out of them but I'm wondering if I can get some comments about NG2's performing in these types of gigs in the wild.

thanks!

Our band plays blues/rock, & I have a Combustion & can verify wholeheartedly, that it is flexible
enough to handle any genre with complete & stunning impact. How it compares to the NG2, I cannot
comment. Life without this bass would be boring. I cannot go a half a day without playing it. Only real
bass players have a Dingwall, LOL.