Paint my Dingwall: vote!

[J Posega]

The body colour is still to be 100% settled.

The shop can match any PPG color. I’d get something 100% unique over one of the stock choices. Out of your options, I’d go natural ABZ because the grain on the ash always looks fantastic.

 

[Nephilymbass]

Yeah 100% makes sense. But i prefer ab models in solid colours due to this area. I dont like the visual asymmetry it creates… even with bursts. Z3 is the way to go to showcase wood imho. Without a laminated top it is fine however.

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I see what you’re saying yeah it does look odd with two woods that contrast that much. Maple top on ash body though for example I think is a bit different because they are much closer in color

 

[aguacateojos]

There's something wrong with your poll, I don't see Shell Pink anywhere...

 

[Low Down Brown]

"Paint my Dingwall!"

At first, I thought that was some sort of euphemism for....well, that's not important...

Platinum metallic.

 

[Spiky_Bassist]

I happen to really like the color and the wood grain so I'm a big fan of the ceruse look. Jacob Umansky has a really nice ABZ that I quite like the look of. Not sure I'd do black grain on white wood, but it is a good look.

 

[edencab]

From your list… I voted aqua. But I like that platinum and the white too.

My 1st choice would be shade of purple.

maybe even a Deep Purple

 

[wintremute]

Platinum is my top vote, followed closely by that green.

 

[Afc70]

Out of those colors, I voted white, but the Ferrari green was next.. those Dingwalls remind me of a sporty Lamborghini and any wild color would look cool !
(Kubicki Exfactors do too!)
Congrats!

 

[mongo2]

Of the choices put forth I like the natural best.

If it were mine I'd go with a transparent amber lacquer.

 

[TOOL460002]

Metallic is the only one I legitimately dislike. Voted aqua. White looks good but is maybe a tad boring by comparison.

 

[micguy]

"Paint my Dingwall!"
At first, I thought that was some sort of euphemism for....well, that's not important...

I'd bet if you walked into a beverage establishment where there are Harleys and choppers outside and say that, you would often generate interest in a "boxing" match, with rather unfair rules (that they won't share with you beforehand). They might open the contest with a pool cue over your head.

In Australia, I would guess that phrase might be understandable to the locals, denoting an activity you don't want to proceed with.

I always contemplate what a bass will look like under different colored stage lights when color is discussed. I think the Platinum would be a nice chameleon color.

 

[Smallmouth_Bass]

Burnt orange is not an option?
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I have that same picture on my desktop as the burnt orange I'd want on a bass or refinish!

 

[C Stone]

I have that same picture on my desktop as the burnt orange I'd want on a bass or refinish!

Well what can I say, you sir clearly have very good taste!

 

[ComeHomeShane]

Write in vote for G&L's Tangerine Metallic.

 

[Auggieinks]

Another write in
HOUSE OF KOLORS
POISON APPLE
I'm not usually a red fan but this color looks great

 

[TTA]

My preference when using a dark neck/fretboard is to have a high contrast body. This typically means something bright. You have the Matte Ducati White option included, which is a great look but I've always found it to be a little cold. When I built my Super J I spec'd out a pearl white that I spotted on a coworker's Lexus. The paint shop didn't exactly match the references but what they did was excellent. It's a warmer option for white that would blend with the wenge differently than the Ducati white. Not sure if it's your thing or not, but thought I'd point it out.

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100% agree on the high contrast body.

 

[M.R. Ogle]

I always contemplate what a bass will look like under different colored stage lights when color is discussed. I think the Platinum would be a nice chameleon color.

Yes! This! Which is why most of my basses have been wood, white or black.

 

[micguy]

Yes! This! Which is why most of my basses have been wood, white or black.

All mine are wood or black. I'm a ninja bassist most weekends - you can tell I'm there, but hard to see.

 

[StereoPlayer]

Black!

 

[chris_b]

I prefer burst, but I know I'm not gonna win that one!!

Do they do metallic white?

Depending on the wood grain, I'd probably stay with natural.