NS Design NXT4a Bass LH BK

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NS Design NXT4a Bass LH BK

NS Design

NXT4a Bass LH BK

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Product Info

Article Number: 253365
Model: NXT4a Bass LH BK
Price: $3,069.00

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The NXT4a is a fantastic option for left-handed players looking for a versatile electric upright. It's surprisingly portable and sounds great for both arco and pizzicato, making it ideal for studio work, small gigs, or practice – a real workhorse for a wide range of musical styles.

Product Description

  • NS Design NXT4a Bass LH BK
  • Electric Upright Bass
  • Left-hand version
  • With Polar Pickup System
  • Selector switch for arco and pizzicato mode
  • Volume control and tone control
  • Passive electronics
  • Maple neck and body
  • Richlite composite fretboard
  • Height-adjustable bridge
  • Adjustable truss rod
  • Colour: Black Satin
  • Incl. a tripod stand
  • a charger and a Gigbag
PROS
  • • Richlite fretboard offers exceptional playability and stability.
  • • Polar pickup system delivers a surprisingly natural acoustic tone.
  • • Maple body provides a balanced, resonant foundation for the sound.
  • • Height-adjustable bridge allows for precise intonation adjustments.
CONS
  • • Passive electronics limit tonal shaping flexibility compared to active systems.
  • • Maple body can be somewhat prone to feedback at higher volumes.
  • • The included gigbag is functional but not exceptionally durable.

Product Video

Key Features

Strings Steel, typically 4/4 size
Pickups NS Design Polar pickup system
Scale Length 33.5 in
Connections 1/4 in output jack
Weight Approximately 13 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Polar pickup offers a warmer, more natural acoustic-like tone, avoiding the often brittle or artificial sound of many piezo systems.
Yes, Richlite provides a similar feel and durability to ebony while being more sustainable and resistant to temperature and humidity changes.
Maple is relatively stable, but seasonal changes can still affect the neck; occasional minor adjustments are possible, but less frequent than with some other woods.

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