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NS Design NXT4 Electric Upright Bass w/Bows & Extras!
$ 369.07
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Description
Condition is used but it is in excellent shape. The is the NXT version with passive pickups. I will also include 2 bows - French and German, a holder for a bow, some Pops rosin, a clip on tuner, instrument cable, and original NS Design paperwork.Details on the bass are below:
THE NXT SERIES DOUBLE BASS, whose electronics are based around the Polar™ Pickup System, shares the classic body design, ergonomics and performance support options of the CR and EU Series. These instruments are produced in the Czech Republic by the same craftsmen who build NS Design's most advanced instruments.
Arco and pizzicato techniques have unbounded expressive potential, thanks to the Polar Pickup System. A convenient switch allows selection of the traditional arco mode for percussive attack and dynamic bowed response, or pizzicato mode for a smooth, sustained tone. Passive electronics deliver unlimited overhead for the ultimate sound without batteries.
The solid maple body and neck, together with the graduated fingerboard, deliver a rich, full tone that rings true for every note. Asymmetrical fingerboard relief facilitates an even 'growl' from the higher strings and a clear, powerful lower register. The adjustable bridge and truss rod allow for low, fast action, or for higher string settings that encourage the traditional acoustic player to 'dig in' with gusto.
NS Electric Strings and most traditional acoustic strings fit all NS Double Basses, allowing the player to select from a wide range, each with a unique sound and feel. In combination with the easy adjustment of basic set-up parameters, the NXT Series Bass is adaptable to many different styles of music.
Several interchangeable support systems are available for the NXT bass: The NXT Tripod Stand (standard); the heavy-duty CR Tripod Stand (not included); the more conventional Bass End Pin Stand
(not included)
and optional Conversion Kit (used in conjunction with the CR Tripod Stand)
(not included)
; or full mobility either the Boomerang™ Strap System or the Frame Strap System
(not included)
.
GIG BAG AND FLIGHT CASE: The NXT double bass includes a padded gig bag that has a pouch for tripod stand, a bow compartment and room for accessories. The loaded gig bag will fit in the overhead compartment of most commercial aircraft. An optional hard-shell flight case is available for the NXT double bass
(not included)
.
SPECIFICATIONS
LENGTH: 132 cm (52")
WIDTH: 15 cm (6")
THICKNESS: 10 cm (4")
WEIGHT: 4.8 kg (10.5 lbs.)
SCALE LENGTH: 106 cm (41.73"")
STRINGS: 4. Equipped with NS Contemporary Bass Strings by D'Addario™. Compatible with most standard upright bass strings.
BODY/NECK: Solid, straight grain maple, with flame maple face on body.
FINGERBOARD: Hand-graduated. Intonation referenced with cascading dot markers.
TRUSS ROD: Single Action, accessible at nut.
TUNING HARDWARE: Fully encased worm gear tuners, black finish.
BRIDGE PICKUP: The Polar directional piezo pickup system responds selectively to either vertical vibration (for the sustained plucked sound, like an electric bass guitar), or lateral vibration (for dynamic bowing, and a percussive plucked sound).
ELECTRONICS & CONTROLS: Passive circuit with high impedance output, no batteries required. Volume control, tone control (treble roll off) and a switch to change between arco and pizz. mode.
PERFORMANCE SUPPORT SYSTEM
NXT TRIPOD STAND: Standard with the NXT, black painted steel, fully adjustable, self-standing tripod design. Folds for easy storage and fits into the NXT gig bag. Weight is 2.7 kg (6 lbs.).
TRANSPORT
GIG BAG: A padded gig bag is included as a standard accessory. It has a stand compartment, bow compartment, accessory pocket, handle and adjustable shoulder strap. Loaded weight is 11.2 kg (25 lbs.) including stand, and it fits in the overhead luggage compartment of most commercial aircraft.