AFTERBURNER I OVERVIEW
With the ABI we set out to create the ultimate passive bass. It’s lightweight and perfectly balanced. On stage or in the studio, perfect tone is as simple as plugging in and playing.
OVERALL RATING 
(14 VOTES)
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My introduction to Dingwall. I lovingly played this bass for almost two years before upgrading to a Z3. I still play it on occasion though, the passive electronics are the loudest I’ve ever heard, the ergonomics and playability of the fanned frets sold me within 5 minutes of playing it. If I had to choose one bass to go through the rest of my life with it would be the AB1 because of versatility and no upkeep.
I always played on fender then moved to lakland.
but in the studio recording the new album i was been introduced to Dingwall i was stunned the sound was better deeper greater and i needed a new bass. so i bought two of them. after the recording everybody was very pleased about the new sound.
Thanx for building great bass guitars.
Cheers Dave (NL)
Ever since I first saw a Dingwall I’ve wanted one. Having played many 6 string basses and all active too, I was intrigued to get my hands on an AB1 6 string and quite frankly, I’m am totally blown away. I have genuinely been after just one bass that will suit me for all my needs and after many years, I have found it. I can’t wait to use it on the next album and on the next tour. Thank you Dingwall and no, you can’t have it back.
Cheers,
Matt
The sound and the is just too fantastique
Sound, playability, weight, look – the AB-I is just perfect for me in every way.
I’ve been playing an ABI five string for six years now–it’s the only bass I play, it does absolutely everything I want. Passive is my preference: means no headaches or overcomplications. My amp has a preamp–why do I need two? The sound is versatile and varied enough to cop just about any tone I need. It’s light, it balances perfectly, it’s comfortable and easy to play. I sold all my other basses and haven’t been shopping for a bass since the Dingwall came through the door
I’ve had my AB-1 since 2003 and it still looks like new.
Just played a show on Friday and right in the middle of my soundcheck, the sound engineer’s voice comes over the monitors saying “Jeezus that bass sounds great!”
Thank you Sheldon & team for building such amazing instruments and for the unequaled support you provide those of us lucky enough to play them.
WOW!! What a bass, my afterburner1 is amazing. I recorded an album with it straight thru an avolon U5 into a DBX 160 into the board and the sound was amazing. The tension on the B string is so tight, it is a pleasure to play. Plus I love it when people come up after a show and are just amazed at the slanted frets. LOL.