NS Design CR4 Bass

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NS Design CR4 Bass

NS Design

CR4 Bass

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 194962
Model: CR4 Bass
Price: $5,379.00

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The CR4 is a fantastic option for gigging upright players wanting electric amplification without the full-size footprint. Its compact scale makes it surprisingly manageable, and the Polar pickups are incredibly versatile, handling arco and pizzicato with impressive clarity. Ideal for smaller stages or players who want upright tone in a more portable package.

Product Description

  • NS Design CR4 Bass
  • Double bass
  • Electric 4-string double bass
  • Maple body
  • Richlite composite fingerboard
  • Scale: 106 cm
  • Height adjustable bridge
  • Polar bridge pickup system with "arco" and "pizzicato" mode
  • Incl. stand and bag
PROS
  • • Richlite fingerboard offers exceptional smoothness and consistent feel.
  • • Polar pickup system delivers remarkably versatile tonal options, from arco to pizzicato.
  • • Maple body provides a balanced, resonant tone with good projection.
  • • Height-adjustable bridge allows for precise intonation and action customization.
CONS
  • • The CR4’s compact scale can feel a little cramped for players accustomed to full-scale basses.
  • • Richlite, while durable, lacks the traditional feel of a wood fingerboard for some.
  • • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for many players.

Product Video

Key Features

Strings Steel, typically 4/4 size
Pickups Polar pickup system with inarcoin and inpizzicatoin modes
Scale Length 106 cm (approximately 41.7 in)
Connections Standard 1/4 in output jack
Weight Approximately 13 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The inarcoin mode is specifically voiced to emulate the sound of a bowed double bass, emphasizing warmth and sustain for arco playing.
Yes, Richlite is known for its exceptional durability and resistance to changes in humidity, often outlasting traditional wood fingerboards.
The shorter scale offers a slightly looser, more flexible feel, and a bit less low-end fundamental, but retains the upright’s characteristic character.

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