INSTA OF BASS
  • Basses
  • FX-Pedals
  • Amps
  • Accessories
  • The Lowdown
  • Videos
  • News
  • Shop
INSTA OF BASS
No Result
View All Result
ADVERTISEMENT
Home Basses

Bass of the Day: Dingwall Super PJ4

by Insta of Bass
November 5, 2021
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter

Sheldon Dingwall did it once again with the Dingwall Super PJ4. He has carried the design first seen in Leo Fender’s Precision bass into the twenty-first century. His instruments are perhaps the best interpretation of an old-school classic, utilizing the benefits of fan fret technology, which offers a more balanced tone and reduces dead spots.

Dingwal Super PJ
Dingwall Guitars

The Super PJ 4 is paired with a quality alder body and a maple neck with two carbon fiber spars. Alder and Maple is a traditional tone combination, and the wood choices here have a lovely resonant sound. A Wenge fingerboard with a very even grain throughout contrasts with pearl white block markers, which are expertly polished. Other fingerboard options include Maple, Pau Ferro, Macassar Ebony, and Ziricote. The instrument’s scale length ranges from 34.25″ on the E to 32″ on the G.

Dingwall is a company known for continuously pushing new ideas and having carved out their own niche in the industry, down to the tiniest details like making their knobs in-house.

ADVERTISEMENT

The Super PJ4 basses feature a 19mm spacing and are manufactured to standards for maximum tone. 

The SPJ4’s electronics are designed and manufactured in-house, with a Dingwall FDV vintage-sounding pickup in the bridge and a Neodymium Precision Bass type pickup in the neck position. A four-way switch pickup selector provides the three standard settings, as well as a series pickup setup for extra mids and output. The pickups are encased in Dingwall shells, which are also built in their Canadian facilities.

Furthermore, this instrument features a curved fretboard for more comfort. No more sharp edges to dig into your thumb after hours of gigging!

ADVERTISEMENT

If you’re a bass player who plays long gigs, you’ll be pleased to know that this bass won’t leave you with shoulder pains. These instruments weigh in at just over 8lbs – perfectly reasonable in my opinion!

Dingwall Super PJ4
Dingwall Guitars

The Dingwall Super PJ4 is, of course, based on the historic P bass, but it has been brought completely up to date with modern technology. Even without a million knobs and switches, it’s a versatile instrument with a naturally brighter and mid-present sound.

Yes, this is a high-end bass guitar; there are no two ways about it; but, it is an absolutely wonderful instrument.

ADVERTISEMENT

To find out more about these instruments go to their website – www.dingwallguitars.com

ShareTweet
ADVERTISEMENT

RelatedPosts

Bass ltd

Bass of the Day: LTD Arctic Metal Series

September 19, 2022

The LTD Arctic Metal Series bass takes the Black Metal Series' design theme...

Troy Sanders Bass

Fender Release Troy Sanders Precision Bass

March 4, 2023

The Troy Sanders Precision Bass is the second collaboration between Fender and Mastodon's...

Music Man Stingray Short Scale Sunburst

Ernie Ball Music Man – Stingray Short Scale

September 5, 2020

Ernie Ball Music Man has just released the new Stingray Short-Scale bass. The...

Joe Dart Sterling Signature Basses

Joe Dart Drops 3 New Sterling Signature Basses – All Under $500

April 5, 2025

 Alright, bass players, here’s something cool. Joe Dart - one of the funkiest...

Ashdown Releases New Basses at NAMM 2021

January 21, 2021

NAMM 2021 - Believe in Music Week Mark Gooday, an already experienced amp...

Ibanez UB805

Ibanez Release UB805 Electric Upright Bass

January 10, 2023

Ibanez has unveiled the UB805 as the newest electric bass in their Upswing...

Join the Party

Loading
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
  • Accessories
  • Amps
  • Basses
  • FX-Pedals
  • News
  • The Lowdown
  • Videos
Everything Bass, All in One Place

© 2025 Insta of Bass. All Rights Reserved. | Get in touch: contact [at] instaofbass [dot] com

No Result
View All Result
  • Accessories
  • Amps
  • Basses
  • FX-Pedals
  • News
  • The Lowdown
  • Videos

© 2025 Insta of Bass. All Rights Reserved. | Get in touch: contact [at] instaofbass [dot] com

This website uses cookies. By continuing, you consent to their use. Visit our Privacy and Cookie Policy.