Dingwall Owners Club

[xnewyorka]

The entire reason for the Vertigo being my choice apart from the fantastic protection in and of itself is the top loading and boot. It's exactly what I've always wanted from a gigbag. So many banged up basses from unloading in too small rehearsal spaces with regular bags. Being 6'5" tall, the Vertigo really saves my back as well.

I just watched the video on that bag. I had not seen it before. It looks really fantastic - I'd like to see one in person. As I said, I'm very happy with the Contego, and for rehearsals, I think it's fine. But for gigging, I can definitely see the value of the Vertigo. Especially with a Dingwall that doesn't have a strap button right at the bottom end of the bass to land on when the gig bag hits the floor hard with a bass inside it.

 

[AB Nate]

The ABZ, although not the very top of the product line, is well justified as being a Wall Hanger to reach for when the urge strikes. Such an amazing bass!. Congrats on getting one to live with such noble brothers on the wall. I have been thinking about doing the same thing with a couple of basses. My music room is separate; this is so I can just reach up and grab one. I think such will lead to more "couch" practice time than having to go to the separate room or get a bass out of it's case.

I have 3 hangers in the living room so a bass is never too far away and since I've done that it has increased my practice time 10 fold.

 

[AmazingMumford]

I have 3 hangers in the living room

If I tried that in my house, the basses wouldn't be the only things hanging!

 

[BurningSkies]

If I tried that in my house, the basses wouldn't be the only things hanging!

This is why having a dedicated music room is a solid move. I actually only have a single bass in our 'living area', the one I wake up and play and do exercises each morning before work.

 

[BurningSkies]

And here I was still not 100% sure about my G&L SB-1 'cause I kept thinking about a bridge pick-up for down-tuned modern metal, knowing that Dingwall do not offer left handed models.
Calling my want to have a Dingwall GAS would be disrespectful, I've been set on eventually having one before I purchased my first instrument (which admittedly, was quite recent, summer 2016).

It's genuinely and absolutely heartwarming knowing that a left-handed tool would be available for the job once it calls for one.

You know, if you're on top of your game, you may be able to score a NAMM lefty if it's not already claimed. Sheldon will sell that stuff in advance.

 

[AB Nate]

If I tried that in my house, the basses wouldn't be the only things hanging!

My wife appreciates that I'm passionate about it. I'm a lucky guy with a small house. Our living room is pretty much the main gathering point and with that in mind we try and keep it as insirational as possible. I can play bass, while watching a YouTube video, while working on or helping her with a leather project all at the same time.
I'm sure if I had room for a music room I'd probably have one but I prefer it this way. Side note. We are also a 1 tv household. Not a lot of BS gets watched as we are always busy working on something. The TV is more of a tool in our living room then a focal point so I guess you could say our living room is our music room?!??

 

[BuffaloBob4343]

The entire reason for the Vertigo being my choice apart from the fantastic protection in and of itself is the top loading and boot. It's exactly what I've always wanted from a gigbag. So many banged up basses from unloading in too small rehearsal spaces with regular bags. Being 6'5" tall, the Vertigo really saves my back as well.

I have found that the double bag sits vertically pretty nicely even though it is not a Vertigo, as its bottom is wider to accommodate the two basses. The Vertigo version is nice for the single instrument bag, as it really helps it to sit up vertically for load and unload. I'm sure the others mentioned here are nice as well. But I am very happy with my Monos.

 

[bebass]

I have 3 hangers in the living room so a bass is never too far away and since I've done that it has increased my practice time 10 fold.

If I tried that in my house, the basses wouldn't be the only things hanging!

My wife said no amps in living room - but was open to the idea of a nice bass or two. So amps in music room and "noodling" on the couch. Although I did bring in a neat small and cute little 110 with mid tweeter array combo and she hasn't thrown that out the back door yet.

 

[The_Owl]

First rehearsal with the proper rig today. Tone heaven!

 

[Joeykun]

I have a Line 6 Helix. I use that with headphones in our living room. Easy enough to setup/breakdown. Plus it doesn’t bother my teens watching YouTube and memes!!! LOL

 

[BurningSkies]

My wife said no amps in living room - but was open to the idea of a nice bass or two. So amps in music room and "noodling" on the couch. Although I did bring in a neat small and cute little 110 with mid tweeter array combo and she hasn't thrown that out the back door yet.

My Voodoo-Prima sits around the corner behind the door in our master bedroom, so its out of the way and generally unseen. I sit at the dining room table from about 6:40 until 7:50 every morning with it in my lap, a cup of coffee and my laptop. I read news, twitter, FB, TB while I do scales, finger exercises or tighten up parts for our actual songs.

I retain a 112 and either my LMII or my Kern IP777/IPR downstairs for amplified practice which happens rarely, or if I'm woodshedding something new to recordings. Luckily we have a dry, humidity controlled finished basement level. I generally don't want music gear, or paraphernalia in the living room, although most likely these days it will be band paperwork and financial stuff more than instruments.

Most of my serious playing gear remains in a rented 2-room practice place, or in a locked van.

 

[MDBass]

Another jam with the NG3X: LOVE this bass

 

[gunai]

You know, if you're on top of your game, you may be able to score a NAMM lefty if it's not already claimed. Sheldon will sell that stuff in advance.

I was contemplating waiting for NAMM before placing the order for my G&L SB-1 just under 2 weeks ago, but I really wasn't expecting lefty Dingwalls to be a reality so soon. Definitely something to look forward to in the not too distant future though. I've been in love with the clarity and precision of the lower strings on Dingwalls ever since first hearing one.

 

[BrBss]

Yep, they are. Google Andy Irvine's videos - they're with an NG-2, admittedly, but his videos were what finally convinced me that the Combustion series (and NG-2 especially) weren't just good for rock.

eg:

As a fan of Warwicks for many years who's watched Andy play dozens of high end Warwicks, I think my favorite tone of his is through the NG2.

 

[been_effected]

As a fan of Warwicks for many years who's watched Andy play dozens of high end Warwicks, I think my favorite tone of his is through the NG2.

Yeah, same here. Tasty.

Really does yet again prove though that so much of tone is in the player too, not just the bass.

 

[dtsamples]

Hey guys, long time no speak. Hope everyone had a happy new year. Crazy times lately, hope everyone's musical journeys are prosperous.

I've been fortunate to have some work lately, and wanted to share it with the club. This track was recorded with a passive super J, a Monique, and a fearless F115. Played a few dingwalls on this record, but this is one of my faves. I hope you all like it!

Dropbox - Calloused Hands_11 7 17.mp3

 

[BurningSkies]

Hey guys, long time no speak. Hope everyone had a happy new year. Crazy times lately, hope everyone's musical journeys are prosperous.

I've been fortunate to have some work lately, and wanted to share it with the club. This track was recorded with a passive super J, a Monique, and a fearless F115. Played a few dingwalls on this record, but this is one of my faves. I hope you all like it!

Dropbox - Calloused Hands_11 7 17.mp3

Sounds good, but then, no one should be surprised, Dingwall-Monique-Greenboy.

 

[dtsamples]

Thanks man, you're right, hard to make that combination sound bad! Would've sounded even better if I had a fancy white mo'! #jealous

 

[BuffaloBob4343]

Thanks man, you're right, hard to make that combination sound bad! Would've sounded even better if I had a fancy white mo'! #jealous

Dustin! Nice to hear from you. I can’t seem to download the file to my iPad. Going to have to try again later on the laptop. Looking forward to it.

 

[Zoomie]

Hey guys, long time no speak. Hope everyone had a happy new year. Crazy times lately, hope everyone's musical journeys are prosperous.

I've been fortunate to have some work lately, and wanted to share it with the club. This track was recorded with a passive super J, a Monique, and a fearless F115. Played a few dingwalls on this record, but this is one of my faves. I hope you all like it!

Dropbox - Calloused Hands_11 7 17.mp3

Awesome.

Other than those times where it must be a P (which is rare), still camping my SJ5. Have over 300 gigs, shows, and services on it and it still gives me bass face. Pretty astounding.