NS Design CR5M-DB Amber Bass

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NS Design CR5M-DB Amber Bass

NS Design

CR5M-DB Amber Bass

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Product Info

Article Number: 194967
Model: CR5M-DB Amber Bass
Price: $6,358.00

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The CR5M-DB Amber is a fantastic option for gigging musicians and studio players seeking a compact, powerful 5-string electric double bass. Its active preamp and EMG pickups give it a cutting edge, while the Richlite board provides reliable performance. This is perfect for players who want a modern, versatile sound without the bulk of a full-size upright.

Product Description

  • NS Design CR5M-DB Amber Bass
  • 5-String Electric Double Bass
  • With additional EMG magnetic pickup system
  • Maple body
  • Richlite composite fingerboard
  • 106 cm Scale length
  • Height adjustable brige
  • Polar bridge pickup system with active 18V preamp
  • With "arco" and "pizzicato" mode
  • Incl. stand and bag
PROS
  • • Richlite fingerboard offers exceptional smoothness and stability.
  • • EMG pickup system delivers a powerful, articulate, and modern tone.
  • • Maple body provides a balanced, resonant foundation for the instrument.
  • • Height-adjustable bridge allows precise intonation and action adjustment.
CONS
  • • The 106 cm scale can feel cramped for players accustomed to full-size basses.
  • • The composite Richlite fingerboard, while stable, lacks the traditional feel of wood.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many bassists.

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Key Features

Strings Steel, typically 45-55 gauge
Pickups Polar bridge pickup with EMG active 18V preamp
Scale Length 106 cm (approximately 41.7 in)
Connections Standard 1/4 in output jack
Weight Approximately 12-14 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Polar system is designed for a more aggressive and defined tone than the older Cafini pickups, offering more output and clarity – a good choice for contemporary genres.
Richlite is incredibly durable and resistant to changes in humidity, making it a very practical choice for touring musicians, though some players miss the traditional wood feel.
Inarcoin enhances arco (bowed) tones with warmth, while inpizzicatoin boosts percussive pizzicato attacks, adding versatility for different playing styles.

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