NS Design NXT4a-CO-SB-F Fretted Cello

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NS Design NXT4a-CO-SB-F Fretted Cello

NS Design

NXT4a-CO-SB-F Fretted Cello

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 407881
Model: NXT4a-CO-SB-F Fretted Cello
Price: $3,410.00

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This NS Design is a fantastic option for gigging cellists or students looking for a reliable amplified instrument. The fretted neck makes it far more accessible than a traditional cello, while the Polar pickups provide a surprisingly organic sound. It's a well-built, versatile instrument perfect for contemporary music and studio work.

Product Description

  • NS Design NXT4a-CO-SB-F Fretted Cello
  • 4-String Electric Cello
  • Fretted
  • Dual mode active output
  • With Polar Pickup System
  • Body: Maple
  • Maple neck
  • Richlite composite fingerboard with frets
  • Neck reinforced with steel rod
  • Volume and tone controls
  • Scale: 69.5 cm
  • Tuning: C - G - D - A
  • Weight: 1.9 kg
  • Colour: Satin Sunburst
  • Tripod stand
  • charger and gig bag included
PROS
  • • Richlite fingerboard offers exceptional playability and fret stability
  • • Polar pickup system delivers a surprisingly natural, warm amplified tone
  • • Maple construction provides a balanced, resonant acoustic foundation
  • • Fretted design simplifies learning and allows for easier intonation
CONS
  • • Lightweight design might feel 'floppy' to players accustomed to heavier cellos
  • • Dual-mode output can introduce noise if grounding isn’t perfect
  • • Satin sunburst finish, while attractive, can be prone to fingerprints

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Key Features

Strings Steel core, synthetic wrap – typical for amplified instruments
Pickups NS Design Polar Pickup System (piezoelectric)
Connections 1/4 in. jack (Hi-Z/Line Out) and 1/4 in. jack (Low-Z/Mic Level)
Body Material Maple (top, back, sides)
Bow Included No
Weight 1.9 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Polar pickups offer a more acoustic-like tone, capturing more of the cello’s natural resonance compared to the often harsher sound of magnetic pickups.
Richlite is a very stable composite, significantly more resistant to humidity-related warping than traditional ebony, ensuring consistent playability.
Yes, the Hi-Z output is designed for direct connection to amplifiers and mixing consoles; however, a preamp might be beneficial for optimal signal strength.

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