Dingwall John Taylor Signature 4 SFG
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Dingwall
John Taylor Signature 4 SFG
Product Info
Article Number:
588295
Brand:
Dingwall
Model:
John Taylor Signature 4 SFG
Category:
Multi-scale Basses
Price:
$3,683.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This John Taylor Signature Dingwall is a seriously cool instrument. The multiscale design and Neve preamp give it a unique voice—modern punch with a vintage warmth. It's perfect for players wanting a refined, articulate tone and a comfortable, modern playing experience, especially suited for funk, pop, and progressive styles.
Product Description
- Dingwall John Taylor Signature 4 SFG
- Electric Bass
- John Taylor (Duran Duran) Signature Bass
- Preamplifier developed and configured in collaboration with Rupert Neve Designs
- Body: Nyatoh
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Fingerboard radius: 240 mm (9.45")
- Multiscale scale: 864 - 921 mm (34" - 36.25")
- Graph Tech Black TUSQ saddle
- 24 Frets
- Pickups: 3 Dingwall FD3n humbuckers
- Controls: Master Volume
- Master Tone
- Bass
- Treble
- Quad-Tone rotary pickup selector switch
- Active/Passive toggle switch
- Rupert Neve Designs 2-Band EQ
- "Minimalist" Custom Dingwall 1-piece recessed bridge
- Open light-weight machine heads
- Black hardware
- Strings: Dingwall .045 - .100 Nickel Plated Steel
- Colour: Seafoam Green
- Includes gig bag
PROS
- • Nyatoh body offers a surprisingly resonant and warm tonal foundation.
- • Rupert Neve preamp delivers a uniquely smooth and musical EQ response.
- • Multiscale design optimizes string tension for improved intonation and feel.
- • Dingwall FD3n pickups provide a focused, articulate, and punchy tone.
CONS
- • Nyatoh, while resonant, isn't as tonally complex as some premium hardwoods.
- • The minimalist bridge, while aesthetically pleasing, might be less adjustable for some setups.
- • Seafoam Green finish, while striking, might not appeal to all players.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Nyatoh
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
Dingwall FD3n Humbuckers
Scale Length
864 - 921 mm (34" - 36.25")
Frets
24
Strings
Dingwall .045 - .100 Nickel Plated Steel
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's noticeably smoother and more musical; less aggressive than many active preamps, emphasizing warmth and clarity over raw distortion.
While a 5-piece neck might offer slightly more stability, the bolt-on design delivers excellent sustain and a comfortable, familiar feel, and is well-executed here.
The transition is subtle but beneficial; the varying scale lengths reduce string tension, making lower notes easier to fret and improving overall intonation consistency.
