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Description

The D'Angelico Excel Bass brings a new level of elegance and performance to the realm of electric bass guitars. Combining a classic aesthetic with modern functionality, this instrument is designed for the discerning bassist who values both style and sound. Crafted with precision, the Excel Bass features a semi-hollow body that provides a rich, resonant tone, perfect for a wide range of musical genres. Its dual humbucking pickups ensure a powerful and dynamic output, allowing you to deliver everything from smooth, warm lows to bright, punchy highs.

The maple neck with a rosewood fingerboard offers smooth playability and a comfortable grip, making long sessions feel effortless. Its versatile tone controls give you the flexibility to shape your sound to fit any musical context, whether you're grooving in a jazz ensemble or rocking out on stage. The Excel Bass is also equipped with a tune-o-matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece, ensuring stable tuning and reliable intonation.

With its combination of traditional craftsmanship and modern enhancements, the D'Angelico Excel Bass stands out as a sophisticated choice for musicians who demand quality and versatility in their instrument.

Key Features:

  • Semi-hollow body design for enhanced resonance
  • Dual humbucking pickups for a wide tonal range
  • Maple neck with rosewood fingerboard for smooth playability
  • Versatile tone controls for sound customization
  • Tune-o-matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece for stable tuning and intonation
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D'Angelico Excel Bass Demo

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D'Angelico Excel Bass Demo

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D'Angelico Excel Bass test

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D'angelico Excel bass Groove

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Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about D'Angelico Excel Bass.

Build quality

  • The headstock is highly praised for its design, but the tailpiece is considered visually disappointing by some, resembling a Gibson more than a D'Angelico.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Some owners suggest replacing the T-shaped tuner knobs with vintage-style gold clover tuners for a more cohesive look.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Round wounds have been successfully used by some players for a different tonal character compared to the more traditional flat wounds on fretless basses.

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User experience

  • Experienced double bass players report ease of transition to fretless electric bass, leveraging their familiarity with fretless playing techniques.

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See how Chester Hansen uses D'Angelico Excel Bass

Chester Hansen

Bassist

BADBADNOTGOOD

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In this live session on KRCW, Hansen is spotted playing a D'Angelico Excel Bass. The item can be seen 0:14 in to the video.

See how Acey Slade uses D'Angelico Excel Bass

Acey Slade

Guitarist, Bassist

Misfits

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This video of Digital Tour Bus', "Gear Masters Ep. 74" features touring bassist Acey Slade and his musical equipment. At 4:00 of this video, Acey begins showing the gear he uses when he tours with Dope. He shows us his D'Angelico Excel Hollow-Body Bass Guitar.

He says, "They're sick!"

See how Matthew Embree uses D'Angelico Excel Bass

Matthew Embree

Guitarist, Bassist

Rx Bandits

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In this Instagram post, Embree shows his bass rig when playing with Dispatch, which features the D'Angelico Excel Bass

See how Henny Vrienten uses D'Angelico Excel Bass

Henny Vrienten

Composer

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Behind Henny you can spot the D'Angelico bass

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