Behind the A2 Guitar and Bass Design with Jeff Kiesel - Kiesel Guitars

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[@Sierra-xi2ty]

Glad to see companies directly going after the dingwall player base. Ibanez last year and Kiesel this year. It’s only going to make everyone better.

[@carlchameleon9847]

Im hoping it'll push Dingwall to come out with more variety and become even more versatile (I'd love to see a ground up headless model unlike anything they've done before.)

[@NLongleng]

​@@carlchameleon9847 😮😮

[@00Dusty]

Kiesel are no where in Europe and Dingwall everywhere

[@MarkNuuuuuutt]

@@carlchameleon9847 yeah hopefully a cheaper Dingwall production line will come maybe

[@carlchameleon9847]

@@MarkNuuuuuutt I saw in an interview that Sheldon said a headless is in the works, but its going to be a while, much like how the D roc took years to fully come to fruition. I am okay with Dingwalls hovering around the 2k USD mark because they are, at the end of the day, insanely well crafted and thought out instruments. And hey, in due time, the company will get bigger, and their infrastructure will be able to support having more output at a lesser cost, so it's really just a matter of time before some really cool stuff happens!

[@LogosWellness]

20:13 - Based on the limited demos of the A2 bass that are out so far, I have to disagree. Tone is absolutely subjective, however I really dislike the clean tones I'm hearing from the A2. Maybe as more players get these in their hands and release demos my opinion will change, but for now I'll stick with my Dingwall's.

[@MichaelSacamos]

The KIESEL A2 Bass was The DINGWALL Killer!!! 😊

[@rossmiller9552]

So cool seeing your design process, hope the people over the years who’ve said kiesel just presses play on a CNC get to see how much craftsmanship goes into these

[@kylegrossi8175]

I agree. I don't know why Kiesel got that stupid CNC label. Every major brand uses CNC machines these days. Guitar companies are a business and its costly to have thousands of workers cutting every guitar out by hand. Personally, i like the idea of my instrument being made with a very high level of accuracy.

[@martygraw1406]

The paint job makes me want to vomit.

[@clintwilson6380]

It might help it...

[@robbyclark6915]

I gotta say that listening to Jeff explain the process and show off his gorgeous guitars. It really, really makes you want one!

[@ehambright]

Wow incredible you show your full process! Killer new model congrats!

[@RockNRolisss]

boy, if only kiesel expanded beyond USA. Shame.

[@blakekilgore9815]

Hey Jeff, on an ultra v can you do a thicker neck option, a 20 inch radius, and a custom electronics layout like 1 volume, 1 tone, and a three way toggle switch with no push pull pot?

[@brokenlevelmusic]

Call his guys, lol🤘

[@mariosangermano]

Will the input jack on the back of the A2 guitars and basses become standard on all models?

[@darlyngton_nyc]

Yup

[@necrojoe]

They've mentioned that they've talked about it possibly being available on other models, but haven't decided either way, and I'd imagine it'd more likely be an option than a new standard.

[@davidkey9302]

Good god that finish is immaculate

[@DeanLamb]

🔥🔥🔥

[@pungentzeus]

wild dean spotting, hilarious - a comment above said "Kiesel still doesn't have any guitar icons playing it as endorsers" - i replied w "dean lamb" and here he is

[@monitorlizard9971]

The A2 is gorgeous. Anyone check out the manson oryx body its crazy secksi. I wish kiesel or some other companies would adopt a version of this model but also add in the leg cut in at the bottom to be ergonomic just like the boden. If any guitar builders out there are listening this must be done!!!

[@kevinwagner8697]

always progressing!!!

[@NoelPahati-n8y]

An accidental error strike on the 7th string can instantly create a bad chordal effect, for sure players using those model allocate lots of time, concentring in that bass string, creativity flies away quickly, fear of mistake they must secure their playiing ability. so as not to get incongrous notes, Its a great nice guitar really. Its freedom though.

[@JimDewdGuitars]

Just ordered my dream A2! Mastergrade buckeye burl top and black limba body! Custom 5pc neck and cocobolo fretboard and headstock! You guys are the best and I absolutely love what you are doing at the custom shop!

[@jakepyrett1715]

So the owner / CEO is designing the guitars This is like how Fender and Gibson used to do it. PRS takes the approach of letting these artists like Mayer design which most of the time doesn't work. Tremonti model and zappa model great but way too expensive. Gibson celebrity models end up being same guitar with different knobs

[@sixstringtheory6428]

I'm currently building a CS6, I'm torn between the thinner neck option on a 12" radius. I just need something very comfortable because of tendinitis. Thanks Jeff!

[@monitorlizard9971]

I heard from some reviews that the thinner neck profile isnt necessary. I was seriously debating this myself for months. But Its already a real thin neck. From what jntel I have gathered. Like thinner neck profile was an auto slam in on the builder. But now it isnt since I figured it actually isnt as necessary as I had originally thought. I want to shred and i love ibanez prestige so i figured thinner neck right. But meh.

[@monitorlizard9971]

I would suggest a 24.5 or 25" length fretboard though. For tendinitis. I know it helps me a massive amount. Only A couple models have this option atm :/

[@cre8alotdesign232]

Cool video I enjoyed watching the design process. Looks like a fun job for a guy like me.

[@TheAudivisioner]

As a bass player, Upright bass, electric fretted and fretless basses, and cello). They seem to be nice instruments. Must note: we all don't play consecutive sixteenth notes all the time. Take in consideration that most of us use a series of in between sounds for our work. I remember the Carvin products from the 1980's. Had three LB40F basses (which were stolen). One became a prize instrument. Single pickup basses that were better than some that cost way more! We all know you can't go back to the past. Remember the rack of gear people used to haul around. I have a few Carvin's from the 80's, 90's and 2000's. The newest Carvin is a 2012 BB76P bass. Bunny Brunell, six string bass, jazz pickup, MM humbucker, and piezo pickup in the bridge. Super tone. I could coast on the piezo for hours! In short, three pickups can have their use if used in the right matter (My BB76P can work with all the combinations). Just a puzzle with the new layout. ( I also have a borderline Carvin/Kiesel DC700 seven string guitar with FIshman electronics) Simple layout without no excess clutter. I bought a Kiesel Osiris Five string fretless bass. Maple neck with a walnut stripe, ale body, general finish, standard active/passive preamp, split pickup in the neck position, single coil in the bridge. A lot of wide range tones. Solid bass, single coil gives a boost to the fretless sound. Cool sounds in the single coil mode as well. No complaints so far. Wonder if the new picks are single coil or humbuckers. In short, those single pickup basses are easier to deal with. Desired sounds without the witchcraft. They say the Dingwall preamp is an improvement over the stock one. Wonder if they will offer it with other basses. Time will tell.

[@endze1613]

I never got why people need to dream up jack placements... When it's on the side of the guitar just use an angled jack... Job done... :)

[@MrJayArt]

I cannot wait for my custom A2!

[@bassmasta9117]

Really cool. Absolutely love the bass. Wish I could buy the pickups with darkglass electronics to put in my bass!

[@thebahana]

I tried to build my dream guitar with the A2. When it started to get over 2300, I needed to take a step back.

[@fatsuperfly]

Very cool! Glad you guys doing some bass, I love guitar but my start is on a bass. I’ve been saving up for a nice 5 string bass, it’s actually gonna be more than I spend on guitars. It’s more i feel the foundation, you need a good bass sound to make you stuff hit hard.

[@RyoCanCan]

The A2 looks like something that'd translate well into a headless design

[@EePingLiang]

That's a nice top!

[@InstructorGomez]

A2❤

[@jakepyrett1715]

" we didn't use anything from the aries" five mins later: "this is the original Aries neck pocket"

[@veryniceindeed]

Nice! You should just fix bass head shape.

[@RockMixerMusic]

PUKE!!!

[@juzzie]

That was a great video!!

[@toddready7593]

Will kiesel ever building a Strat style body with a 24 3/4 scale neck ?

[@KieselGuitarsTV]

If we get enough serious buyers wanting one of these new A2s in a 24 3/4" scale length, we will do it. If you are interested, give us a call at (858)GUITARS or email [e-mail].

[@necrojoe]

The JBYY is a bolt-on S-type that's 24.75" standard, though it's a very specific aesthetic. :)

[@jakepyrett1715]

Kiesel still doesn't have any guitar icons playing it as endorsers

[@pungentzeus]

dean lamb

[@jakepyrett1715]

@@pungentzeus never heard of. I'm 48 not entirely out of pop music. Keep up with rock news. Know of the main players

[@pungentzeus]

@@jakepyrett1715 okay boomer

[@ralphhiggs5803]

How much does it weigh?

[@necrojoe]

My guitar with a black limba body, maple top and trem is 8lb 2oz. My similar Aries guitar with a swamp ash body and fixed bridge is 6lb 11oz.

[@JohnFoxBass]

The rawtone black 7-string with Evertune bridge just over his right shoulder weighs 7 lbs 14 oz. Contact John Fox Bass if you'd like to buy it, I have it here now. It's killer.

[@swordfan1330]

If you ever make a neck thru version I won't be able to stop myself from getting another Kiesel (25" scale option would be nice too)!

[@kimseniorb]

its not a kiesel design, its one stolen off dingwall