Open Box 2023 Dingwall Left-Handed Combustion 5 in Blackburst with Quilt Maple Top

Boutique Multi-Scale Precision for the Left-Handed Bassist

Finding a premium, high-performance 5-string bass in a true left-handed configuration is notoriously difficult. Finding one engineered with Dingwall’s industry-defining multi-scale technology is nearly impossible. The Guitar Sanctuary is proud to offer this Open Box 2023 Dingwall Left-Handed Combustion 5 in a stunning Blackburst finish over a deeply figured Quilt Maple top.

The Combustion Series represents a breakthrough in performance-per-dollar. By pairing North American-sourced tonewoods and hardware with precision manufacturing and final hand-setup at the Dingwall shop in Saskatoon, Canada, this instrument offers custom-shop playability, flawless intonation, and massive low-end authority at an accessible price point.

Why the Multi-Scale Fanned-Fret System Changes Everything

Traditional left-handed 5-string basses frequently suffer from an uneven low-B string—resulting in a floppy feel, muddy pitch clarity, and inconsistent hand attack. Dingwall solves this by individually scaling each string from a massive 37" on the low-B down to a singing 34" on the G string.

• Thunderous Low B Definition: The 37" scale provides tight string tension and crisp fundamental pitch clarity, even in low or drop tunings.
• Even Tension Across Strings: Maintain a consistent right-hand attack across all five strings without adjusting your technique.
• Balanced String-to-String Tonality: Eliminates volume jumps and tone discrepancies when moving across the fingerboard.

Product Intelligence & Performance Profile

• Best For: Progressive Metal, Modern Rock, Fusion, Funk, Gospel, and High-Definition Studio Tracking.
• Tone Profile: Punchy, articulate, and expansive. Delivers clean, hi-fi clarity or tight, aggressive growl depending on preamp engagement.
• Condition Note: Open Box (2023 Model in Mint Condition). Fully inspected, bench-tested, and set up by our expert tech team.
• Sanctuary Expert Note: "Lefties rarely get access to multi-scale instruments of this caliber. The low-B string on this Combustion 5 sits in a mix with total clarity and zero mud. A phenomenal studio and touring tool."

Technical Specifications

• Model: Left-Handed Combustion 5-String
• Finish: Blackburst Gloss (Polyester base with Polyurethane topcoat)
• Top Wood: Figured Quilt Maple
• Body Wood: 2-3 Piece Swamp Ash
• Neck Wood: 5-Piece Maple (Medium Thin 'C' Carve)
• Fingerboard: Maple, 9.45" Radius with 3mm Face Dots
• Scale Lengths: B: 37″ | E: 36.25″ | A: 35.5″ | D: 34.75″ | G: 34″
• Frets: 24 Frets (18% Hard Nickel Silver Fretwire, Banjo-size 50s-60s Spec)
• Pickups: 3 x Dingwall FD3n Neodymium High-Output Pickups
• Electronics: EMG 3-Band Preamp (Volume, 4-Position Rotary Selector, Bass, Mid, Treble, Active/Passive Toggle)
• Hardware: Smoked Chrome Hipshot/Dingwall Hardware & Lightweight Open-Back Tuners
• Nut Width: 45.5 mm (1.8″)
• Bridge Spacing: 18 mm (.709″)
• Pickguard: Matte Black (Included, Uninstalled)
• Case: Included Dingwall Deluxe Gig Bag

Photos are of the actual bass for sale, SN 13529.

Scale Lengths:
B String: 37″
E String: 36.25″
A String: 35.5″
D String: 34.75″
G String: 34″

Fingerboard Radius: 9.45"
Bridge spacing: 18 mm – .709″
Nut width: 45.5 mm – 1.8″
Heel width: 75 mm – 2.95″
Neck thickness @ 1st fret: 21 mm – .827″
Neck thickness @ 12th fret: 24 mm – .945″
2-3 pc Swamp Ash body
Matte Black pickguard (not installed)
Smoked Chrome Hipshot/Dingwall hardware
Finish: The Gloss Combustion finishes are a polyester base topped with polyurethane color and top coats. This industry standard finish is long-wearing and beautiful for years of service life
Neck: 5-Piece Maple
Neck Carve: Medium thin C shape
Neck Reinforcement: Heavy duty truss-rod
Headstock design: Flat, string retaining bar
Fingerboard: Maple
Frets: 18% hard nickel silver fretwire, banjo size (50's-60's spec)
Position Markers and Inlays: 3 mm plastic face dots, 2 mm plastic side dots
Pickups: 3 FD-3N pickups made to Dingwall's specifications. They feature Neodymium magnets which offer high output and a smooth but aggressive tone
Standard Electronics: EMG 3-band, FD-3n pickups, Vol, rotary pickup selector, Bass, Mid, Treble, Active/Passive switch
Tuning Machines: Lightweight Open Back
Bridge: Fully Adjustable with Custom Riser
Case: Deluxe Gig Bag