NS Design NXT4a-CO-SB Cello

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NS Design NXT4a-CO-SB Cello

NS Design

NXT4a-CO-SB Cello

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Product Info

Article Number: 403212
Model: NXT4a-CO-SB Cello
Price: $2,638.90

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The NS Design NXT4a-CO-SB is a solid entry into the electric cello world. It’s surprisingly lightweight and offers a warm, usable amplified tone – perfect for gigging cellists who need a stage-ready instrument or studio players looking for a versatile, portable option. The build quality is very good for the price point.

Product Description

  • NS Design NXT4a-CO-SB Cello
  • 4-String Electric Cello
  • With Polar Pickup System
  • Body: Maple
  • Maple neck
  • Richlite composite fingerboard with dot markers
  • Neck reinforced with steel rod
  • Dual mode active output
  • Volume knob and tone knob
  • Scale: 69.5 cm
  • Weight: 1.9 kg
  • Tuning: C - G - D - A
  • Colour: Satin Sunburst
  • Included tripod stand
  • charger and gig bag
PROS
  • • Richlite fingerboard offers consistent playability and resists temperature changes
  • • Polar pickup system delivers a surprisingly natural and warm amplified tone
  • • Maple construction provides a resonant body with good projection
  • • Lightweight design (1.9 kg) makes extended playing much more comfortable
CONS
  • • Richlite, while stable, lacks the traditional feel of ebony for some players
  • • Dual-mode active output can be a bit noisy if gain staging isn't careful
  • • Satin sunburst finish, while attractive, can be prone to fingerprints

Product Video

Key Features

Strings Steel core, synthetic core
Pickups Polar single coil pickup system
Connections 1/4 in output (active/passive), headphone output
Body Material Maple
Bow Included No
Weight 1.9 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Polar pickup captures a more natural and less brittle tone compared to many piezo systems, offering a more cello-like amplified sound with better dynamic range.
The steel rod reinforces the neck for stability; it's virtually unnoticeable during play and doesn't affect the instrument's feel or tone.
Yes, the standard string spacing allows for string swaps, although you might need to adjust the bridge for optimal intonation with thicker, gut-style strings.

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