Dingwall John Taylor Signature 4 SFG

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Dingwall John Taylor Signature 4 SFG

Dingwall

John Taylor Signature 4 SFG

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Product Info

Article Number: 588295
Brand: Dingwall
Model: John Taylor Signature 4 SFG
Price: $3,683.90

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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.

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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.

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