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The Dingwall Z series has become an increasingly familiar sight within the bass world, largely thanks to breathtaking bass displays from the likes of Jacob Umansky (Intervals) and Jared Smith (Archspire). “My Z3 is the most versatile and playable instrument I’ve ever come across,” says Jacob. “It’s truly my dream bass. The team at Dingwall brought my vision to life in every way possible.”
Thoughtfully designed and beautifully crafted to the highest standards, the Z encapsulates the very best our custom shop has to offer. It’s an astonishing example of both workmanship and artistry.
Body & Neck:
Years ago, Dingwall was building the Z series from Northern Ash which is a heavier denser wood compared to Swamp Ash. The tone was extremely solid with a heavy body as a sacrifice. Dingwall built a prototype out of alder and found the B string was lacking however there was a sweetness to the treble side that Northern Ash did not provide.
Using the Dual Density concept from the Dingwall Lee Sklar Signature and Prima Artist series, Dingwall made a body using Northern Ash for the bass side and Alder for the treble side. "I didn't expect it to work as well as it did" said Sheldon Dingwall, "The solidity and sustain we were looking for was there in the lower strings, and the warmth and sweetness in the top end of the treble strings was there too." As a result, all of the Dingwall Z series bodies are standard with a dual density Swamp Ash body and consistent in weight and tone.
The Z series neck features a thin, flattened "C" Shape profile.
Pickups and Electronics:
The Z series come standard with Super Fatty II pickups and a Passive tone circuit. Active Preamps and Toggle Switches are available to bring out the most of your custom Z build.
Hardware:
The Z series comes fully loaded with Dingwall and Hipshot hardware. The Dingwall Bridge is an adaptable design that allows you to set the string height and intonation of each individual string. Once the string height and intonation is set, each saddle can be locked in place for a perfect coupling ensuring that the saddle never comes loose. Dingwall uses Aircraft aluminum for the saddles, which are incredibly lightweight. The riser screws are made of 18-8 Stainless Steel.
Dingwall collaborated with Hipshot to modify their Ultra-Lite tuning machines which feature a shorter notched tuning post that allows for a proper downward angle at the nut for maximum string sustain. A side-mounted Neutrik Jack completes the instrument's hardware.
