Machines

I'm free for this also. Interesting I used to live about 200m away from the venue.

I also had a couple (2017). Could never get on with the neck pickup being so high up though. If the pickups were closer together (eg MTD Super 5) it would have suited me better.

Superb basses - I had one for a bit (white) and it was awesome, the Neve preamp is great.

Combustions and NGs i've had (a total of 5) were 9-10lb, my D-Roc being just under 10lb. My SP-1 was 9lb. I've picked up some Combustions in shops that were 10+, I think wood variation was the issue here. However my ash ABZ is under 8lb, this headless Effigy I would expect to be the same or even less.

Canadian. I'd assume an import option may occur in the future but these parts look very bespoke and if it does happen, I'd guess it won't be for at least 2 years.

I know they've been in development at least 3 years, I think Sheldon really wanted to get the design right - but agree they are a bit late to the party. I also expected a much more different body design to the Afterburner, but it is unmistakably a Dingwall. Not for me (i've just got an ABZ), but would definitely have a crack on one.

What's up with it ? My solution to such a terrible situation would be to have 2.

Always been into 5 strings since I was a nu-metal teenager 25 years ago, and this has not changed. I've had pretty much every popular 4 string going and always find myself going for something more modern (and 5/6 string), the 'traditional basses' just don't work for me overall. Although I do have a P with flats for occasional use.

I am a total fanboy for Dingwalls so am going to big them up, however that is BECAUSE of the B string. For clarity and harmonics, I think nothing beats them.

I had both briefly. The JT definitely covers some sounds but due to scale length and pickup type/positions does sound different. Would both be beneficial ? Not in my opinion if just about tones - the JT can do similar sounds but obviously has a very different feel. If you want a shorter than 37" scale for 'easier' reaches then yes, it could be useful. n.b. I kept the SP1

Late response, but I have the bag, all 3 of the EVOs fit.

Kind of, but they won't fit your EHB. Dingwall's are rounded and there's a sweet spot for anchoring. https://www.bassdirect.co.uk/product/dingwall-fd3n/

It looks like a lot like my 2005 MIM - they definitely don't spray the under pickguard part to 20 cents or something #everylittlehelps

Subjective experience is totally valid. Mine is that unless it has at LEAST a 35", the B string lacks clarity/harmonics. I have also had 35" basses with a mediocre B however, which does suggest the scale length alone is not a guarantee.

Had my SP1 almost 2 months, the B string is outstanding (just not quite as good as a 37), however the multiscale means the higher strings still have warmth and aren't at all 'pingy'. I still have my D-Roc for the heavier side of things.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Veblen_good

I think the coincidentally humorous name was not an issue for musicians.

Supply and demand, i.e. D-Rocs are readily available. The Super P is new, more traditional and has sold out immediately, thus price increases are a safe bet for retailers (as well as some of the price increase being at source of production).

I am unsure of the costs of such a system, especially integrating with a guitar hangar ?

The logic behind this was to avoid printing off new label cards every few days, as prices are subject to regular change when price matching with online stores.

Yes, but not a physical store in the UK.