Dingwall John Taylor Signature 4 Creme

The John Taylor Signature electric bass from Dingwall is based on the concept of the limited edition Rio Dream Bass, but with several design tweaks and new finishes including Metallic Black, Primrose and Seafoam Green. In addition to stunning looks and flawless craftsmanship, each bass offers great playability and tones with exceptional clarity and refinement. John Taylor of Duran Duran has contributed to the development of instrument specifications that reflect his personal preferences and style.

The body of the bass is made of lightweight nyatoh wood, the neck is maple and the fingerboard is pau ferro. Interesting design features include the "Rio Eye" inlay on the 12th fret and headstock graphics inspired by a collaboration with Patty Palazzo, a longtime Duran Duran collaborator. The typical Dingwall fret system ensures optimal scale length for each string individually, which contributes to excellent intonation and string tension, especially for the low B string.

The pickups are three Dingwall FD3n neodymium pieces, linked to a Quad-Tone system for their selection, master volume, master tone and a 2-band active EQ, which is driven by a quality Rupert Neve Designs preamp. Chosen for its historical legacy of Duran Duran recording, this preamplifier provides a wealth of sound customization options. For fans of Taylor's sound, it's ideal to stay in active mode, where the boost and cut EQ provide a wide variety of sonic options.

The guitar features lightweight tuning machines and a minimalist bridge from Dingwall. The magnetic battery cover is another handy feature that allows easy access without the need for screwing. Dingwall is known for precision and innovation, making this model an instrument that players will treasure for decades to come. The Dingwall's special strings are designed to optimize performance and harmoniously match any style of music, available in both nickel and stainless steel.