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Description

Crafted for the discerning bass player, the Dingwall Lee Sklar Signature bass guitar is a masterpiece of innovation and craftsmanship. This multiscale beauty is designed in collaboration with the legendary session bassist Lee Sklar, bringing together precision engineering and the rich tonal versatility that Dingwall is renowned for. Its three Super Fatty II Neodymium pickups provide a robust and dynamic range, ensuring every note you play is delivered with clarity and depth.

The body, a sophisticated blend of ash and alder, is complemented by a 5-piece maple neck, offering stability and a comfortable playing experience. The wenge fretboard features 24 mandolin frets, providing a smooth surface for intricate playing styles. With a scale length ranging from 37 to 34 inches, this bass offers exceptional playability across its range.

A standout feature is the Lee Sklar Glockenklang 3-Band preamp, allowing you to sculpt your tone with precision. Combined with a master volume, quad-tone pickup selector, and active/passive toggle switch, this bass is as versatile as it is powerful. The Dingwall custom bridge and 18 mm string spacing ensure a perfect intonation and comfortable string spacing, while black-finished hardware adds a touch of elegance.

Every detail of the Dingwall Lee Sklar Signature has been meticulously crafted to meet the needs of professional musicians, making it a worthy addition to any bassist's arsenal.

Key Features:

  • Multiscale design (37-34 inches)
  • Ash/Alder body with 5-piece maple neck
  • Wenge fretboard with 24 mandolin frets
  • 3x Super Fatty II Neodymium pickups
  • Lee Sklar Glockenklang 3-Band preamp
  • Master volume, quad-tone pickup selector, active/passive toggle switch
  • Dingwall custom bridge with 18 mm string spacing
  • Black hardware finish
  • Includes Dingwall gig bag
  • Made in Canada

Product specs

Brand Dingwall
Model Lee Sklar Signature
Finish Candy Apple Red, Candy Black Cherry, Candy Blueberry, Candy Green, Candy Tangerine, Chrome Blue, Dark Candy Green
Year 2004 - 2020
Made In Canada
Categories 5- and 6-String Basses, Active Bass Guitars
Active / Passive Pickups Passive Pickups
Active Preamp Active Preamp
Body Material Alder
Body Shape Double Cutaway
Color Family Blue, Green, Orange, Red
Finish Style Gloss
Fretboard Material Wenge
Neck Material Maple
Number of Frets 24
Number of Strings 5-String
Offset Body Offset Body
Pickup Configuration HH
Right / Left Handed Right Handed

FAQs

What is the neck profile like on the Dingwall Lee Sklar Signature bass?

The Dingwall Lee Sklar Signature bass features a slim, fast-playing neck profile, designed for comfort and ease of playability, making it suitable for both intricate fingerstyle and slap techniques.

What tones can I expect from the Dingwall Lee Sklar Signature pickups?

The Dingwall Lee Sklar Signature bass offers a versatile tonal range with its passive pickups and active preamp, delivering clear, punchy lows and articulate highs, suitable for a variety of genres including rock, funk, and jazz.

Is the Dingwall Lee Sklar Signature bass suitable for advanced players?

Yes, the Dingwall Lee Sklar Signature bass is designed with professional features like a 5-string configuration, active preamp, and high-quality materials, making it ideal for advanced players seeking a high-performance instrument.

How does the Dingwall Lee Sklar Signature bass handle low-end clarity?

The Dingwall Lee Sklar Signature bass is renowned for its exceptional low-end clarity, achieved through its unique fanned-fret design and high-quality construction, ensuring precise and articulate bass tones even on the lowest strings.

What body material is used in the Dingwall Lee Sklar Signature bass?

The body of the Dingwall Lee Sklar Signature bass is made from alder, known for its balanced tonal properties, providing a strong midrange presence and a clear, resonant sound.

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Reviews

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Features and functionality

  • The Dingwall Lee Sklar Signature model features a 37" scale on the low B string and a 34" scale on the high G string, enhancing clarity and playability.

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  • The rotary pickup switch on Dingwalls allows easy switching between four distinct bass tones, providing a range of sonic possibilities without altering the instrument's core setup.

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  • The D-Roc 5-strings are initially made in South Korea with luminlay side dots and a solid bridge, differing from other models.

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Use cases and applications

  • Owners highlight the versatile application of the Dingwall in genres beyond metal, including pop, R&B, and rock, due to its unique tonal clarity and sustain.

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User experience

  • It's noted that after adjusting to the multi-scale design, returning to traditional parallel fret basses can make them appear visually skewed, demonstrating the ergonomic benefit.

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  • Owners describe the neck as the most comfortable they've played, with one user switching exclusively to Dingwall after trying it.

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Value and pricing

  • The active 18v preamp is recognized for its powerful, clear output, making it a standout feature that justifies the premium pricing for those needing high output and clarity.

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Build quality

  • The multi-scale design ensures a stronger, less tubby low B string sound, akin to the design principle of piano string lengths, enhancing overall tonal balance.

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  • Tiny banjo frets are praised for their smoothness, even on the more affordable Combustion model, requiring no additional fretwork.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Owners suggest using Nordstrand's Dingstrand Nordwall pickups and the Darkglass Tone Capsule preamp for those looking to replicate Dingwall's signature tone on other basses.

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Comparisons

  • Some owners prefer the sound of their Spectors over Dingwalls, citing a personal preference for tone despite Dingwall's superior balance.

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4.5 out of 5

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rossmacdonaldbass

The fanned-fret Dingwall Lee Sklar Signature Bass is over the top, and oozes tone.

This bass is fast under your fingers. It growls, it purrs. Single-note lines stand-out and are noticed. Chords sound better than any non-fanned fret bass. The EQ is exceptionally powerful and usable. The pickups are badass.

Lightweight, highly resonant, dual density Northern ash/alder body with a gorgeous high-gloss finish. The sleek 24 fret two-octave bolt-on maple neck has a Novak fanned Wenge fretboard with stainless steel mandolin-size frets and a pearl "D" logo at the twelfth fret. The scale length of this bass varies from 37" to 34" from the "B" string to the "G" string for the optimum tone of each string. The pickups are the passive Dingwall "Super Fatty" type with Z2 spacing and they are run through a multi-mode pickup selector switch and an active Glockenklang 3-band eq. system with an active/passive treble. The bass also has a Hipshot Xtender tuning key that allows you to go from a low "B" to a floor-shaking low "A" and back with the flip of a lever.

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See how Leland Sklar uses Dingwall Lee Sklar Signature

Leland Sklar

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The Immediate Family

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This is my signature Dingwall bass I've been with Sheldon for probably 17 years now

See how Toshiya uses Dingwall Lee Sklar Signature

Toshiya

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Dir En Grey

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Toshiya used a white Dingwall Lee Sklar Signature Bass to record the albums "ARCHE" and "THE INSULATED WORLD," as well as the track "The World of Mercy." This is supported by video evidence in a YouTube video titled "Dir en Grey — The World of Mercy (Scenes from Recording)" by Phidias, which features Toshiya playing the instrument.

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