{"product_id":"nordstrand-dingstrand-nordwall-4-string-bass-pickup-set-emg-40-bartolini-bc","title":"Nordstrand Dingstrand Nordwall 4-String Bass Pickup Set – EMG® 40 \/ Bartolini® BC","description":"\n\u003c!-- BEGIN BULLETED FEATURES --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-bullet-points\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0078\/6697\/4298\/files\/puzzle2.png?v=1610133311\" width=\"22\" height=\"20\" alt=\"puzzle bullet icon\" style=\"vertical-align: middle;\"\u003eDINGWALL FD3-INSPIRED PICKUP DESIGN\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0078\/6697\/4298\/files\/check-list2.png?v=1610133150\" width=\"22\" height=\"20\" alt=\"checklist bullet icon\" style=\"vertical-align: middle;\"\u003eOFFSET SPLIT-COIL CONSTRUCTION\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0078\/6697\/4298\/files\/good.png?v=1612885035\" width=\"22\" height=\"20\" alt=\"thumbs up bullet icon\" style=\"vertical-align: middle;\"\u003eNEODYMIUM MAGNETS \u0026amp; COPPER SHIELDING\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0078\/6697\/4298\/files\/datascience.png?v=1612480490\" width=\"22\" height=\"20\" alt=\"data science bullet icon\" style=\"vertical-align: middle;\"\u003eEMG® 40 OR BARTOLINI® BC HOUSING\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- BEGIN OBJECTION BUSTERS --\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"producttrust\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0078\/6697\/4298\/files\/empty-box-50x48.png?v=1609811646\" alt=\"empty box icon\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFREE SHIPPING IN THE USA\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0078\/6697\/4298\/files\/configuration2.png?v=1610131891\" alt=\"configuration icon\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEXPERT TECHNICAL SUPPORT\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0078\/6697\/4298\/files\/check-list2.png?v=1610133150\" alt=\"checklist icon\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIN STOCK MEANS IN STOCK\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- BEGIN DESCRIPTION --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-area-white\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLove the distinctive clarity and response of Dingwall bass pickups, but play a conventional parallel-fret bass? The \u003cstrong\u003eNordstrand Dingstrand Nordwall 4\u003c\/strong\u003e brings the Dingwall FD3 pickup design to a 4-string replacement pickup set. Developed through a collaboration between Nordstrand and Dingwall, these pickups deliver a neutral, even, and clean tonal response with excellent dynamics and definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach pickup uses an offset split-coil design with neodymium disc magnets, individually copper-shielded coils, and wax-potted construction. The result is a focused, articulate pickup with the quick response and balanced character associated with the Nordwall design. These sets are intended for conventional parallel-fret basses with 18mm to 19mm bridge string spacing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCHOOSE YOUR HOUSING:\u003c\/strong\u003e This listing offers two different housing configurations: \u003cstrong\u003eEMG® 40 Shape\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eBartolini® BC Shape\u003c\/strong\u003e. They are not interchangeable sizes. Carefully compare the dimensions diagrams below with your existing pickup cavities before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- BEGIN TECH \u0026 SPECS - GREY TWO COLUMN --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-area-grey-grey-border-single-column\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTECH \u0026amp; SPECS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"one-half columns medium-down--one-whole product-description-two-columns\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nordstrand Audio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dingstrand Nordwall 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dingwall FD3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstrument:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-string bass guitar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neck and bridge pickup set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePickup construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offset split coil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neodymium disc magnets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"one-half columns medium-down--one-whole product-description-two-columns\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoil shielding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Individual copper shielding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBobbins:\u003c\/strong\u003e Laser-cut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wax-potted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHousing options:\u003c\/strong\u003e EMG® 40 \/ Bartolini® BC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntended bridge spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18mm–19mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntended fret layout:\u003c\/strong\u003e Parallel fret\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"clear: both;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- BEGIN DIMENSIONS - WHITE TWO COLUMN --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-area-white\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDIMENSIONS \u0026amp; FIT\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT:\u003c\/strong\u003e EMG® 40 and Bartolini® BC are different housing shapes. Choose the version that matches your existing pickup cavity, and verify the mounting dimensions before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"one-half columns medium-down--one-whole product-description-two-columns\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEMG® 40 SHAPE\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis variant uses the EMG® 40-size housing configuration. It is not the shorter EMG® 35 shape listed for the standard Nordwall 4 on Nordstrand's website.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse the diagram below to verify:\u003c\/strong\u003e overall length, width, mounting-hole locations, and fit against your existing pickups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0078\/6697\/4298\/files\/Nordstrand_Dingstrand_Nordwall_EMG_40_Shape_Dimensions.png?v=1793329544\" alt=\"Nordstrand Dingstrand Nordwall EMG 40 shape pickup housing dimensions\" style=\"display: block; max-width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 15px auto;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEMG® 40 shape — refer to the measurements shown in this diagram.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"one-half columns medium-down--one-whole product-description-two-columns\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBARTOLINI® BC SHAPE\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis variant uses the Bartolini® BC-size housing. Nordstrand publishes a nominal housing length of \u003cstrong\u003e3.99\"\u003c\/strong\u003e and width of \u003cstrong\u003e1.27\"\u003c\/strong\u003e for the standard BC version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse the diagram below to verify:\u003c\/strong\u003e overall length, width, mounting-hole locations, and fit against your existing pickups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0078\/6697\/4298\/files\/Nordstrand_Dingstrand_Nordwall_BC_Shape_Dimensions.png?v=1793329528\" alt=\"Nordstrand Dingstrand Nordwall Bartolini BC shape pickup housing dimensions\" style=\"display: block; max-width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 15px auto;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBartolini® BC shape — refer to the measurements shown in this diagram.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"clear: both;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFIT NOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matching the general EMG® 40 or Bartolini® BC footprint does not guarantee a drop-in installation. Confirm your existing cavity dimensions, mounting-hole locations, pickup depth, and string alignment before ordering. These pickups are designed for conventional parallel-fret basses rather than being a universal replacement for every Dingwall instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- BEGIN TONE SECTION --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-area-grey-grey-border-single-column\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTHE NORDWALL SOUND\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dingstrand Nordwall is designed around a relatively neutral, clean, and even response rather than an exaggerated bass or midrange character. Its offset split-coil construction and neodymium magnets contribute to the distinctive response of the FD3 design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNordstrand publishes the following relative tonal ratings:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTonal Balance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/10 — toward the brighter, less bass-heavy side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidrange:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/10 — relatively restrained mids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDynamics:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8\/10 — quick, tight, and controlled response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharacter \/ Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4\/10 — relatively neutral overall voicing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese are Nordstrand's subjective tonal ratings, not laboratory measurements. The final sound will depend on your bass, strings, electronics, pickup height, and playing technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- BEGIN VARIANT SELECTION --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-area-white\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWHICH HOUSING SHOULD I CHOOSE?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBoth options belong to the Nordwall 4 pickup family. The key selection difference is the physical housing shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEMG® 40 Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose this option when your bass has EMG® 40-size pickup cavities and the measurements in the diagram match your instrument. This is the EMG® 40 housing configuration offered by Fat Bass Tone, not Nordstrand's published standard EMG® 35 configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBartolini® BC Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose this option when your bass has Bartolini® BC-size pickup cavities. The standard BC housing measures approximately 3.99\" long by 1.27\" wide, but you should also verify the mounting dimensions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not select based on string count alone.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bass manufacturers use different soapbar housing dimensions, even on instruments with the same number of strings. Measure the pickups currently installed in your bass before choosing a variant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- BEGIN FAQS --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"faq-question\"\u003eWhat is the Dingstrand Nordwall pickup?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dingstrand Nordwall is Nordstrand's production of the Dingwall FD3 pickup design for use in conventional bass guitars. The Nordwall 4 is intended for 4-string parallel-fret basses and uses an offset split-coil construction with neodymium magnets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"faq-question\"\u003eAre these pickups hum-cancelling?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nordwall uses an offset split-coil design, which provides hum-cancelling operation. It is not a conventional single-coil soapbar pickup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"faq-question\"\u003eWhat's the difference between EMG® 40 and Bartolini® BC?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary difference in this listing is the physical housing shape. The EMG® 40 housing has a different footprint from the Bartolini® BC housing. Check both dimensions diagrams before ordering, as these sizes are not interchangeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"faq-question\"\u003eWhy does Nordstrand list EMG® 35 for the Nordwall 4?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNordstrand's published standard 4-string configuration lists an EMG® 35 housing. Fat Bass Tone also offers the EMG® 40 housing configuration shown in this listing. Refer to the supplied EMG® 40 dimensions diagram to verify the version you are purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"faq-question\"\u003eWill these fit my Dingwall bass?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nordwall line is intended primarily to bring the Dingwall FD3 design to conventional parallel-fret basses. Do not assume direct compatibility with a specific Dingwall model or multiscale instrument without verifying its pickup requirements and dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"faq-question\"\u003eWhat bridge string spacing are these designed for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNordstrand specifies 18mm to 19mm bridge spacing for the Nordwall 4. Verify your instrument's spacing and pickup alignment before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"faq-question\"\u003eAre the pickups active or passive?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore replacing an existing active pickup system, confirm the wiring and electronics requirements for your particular installation. The Nordwall's published specifications describe its offset split-coil construction and neodymium magnets, but compatibility with every active system should not be assumed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c!-- Need the above line breaks to give space before next items --\u003e\n","brand":"Nordstrand Audio","offers":[{"title":"Bartolini BC","offer_id":51361587167471,"sku":"Dingwall4BC","price":370.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"EMG 40","offer_id":51361587200239,"sku":"Dingwall4EMG40","price":370.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0078\/6697\/4298\/files\/Twin_Black_Soapbar_Pickup_Covers.png?v=1793338396","url":"https:\/\/fatbasstone.com\/products\/nordstrand-dingstrand-nordwall-4-string-bass-pickup-set-emg-40-bartolini-bc","provider":"Fat Bass Tone","version":"1.0","type":"link"}