NS Design NXT4a-VN-SB Violin

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NS Design NXT4a-VN-SB Violin

NS Design

NXT4a-VN-SB Violin

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 404643
Model: NXT4a-VN-SB Violin
Price: $2,519.00

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The NS Design NXT4a-VN-SB is a fantastic option for players looking to seamlessly integrate an electric violin into their setup. Its clean amplification and comfortable ergonomics make it ideal for contemporary music, studio work, and performers wanting a reliable, stage-ready instrument without the feedback issues of some older electric violins. The build is surprisingly robust for a composite body.

Product Description

  • NS Design NXT4a-VN-SB Violin
  • Electric Violin
  • Polar pickup system
  • Pizzicato/Arco switch
  • Ebony fingerboard (Diospyros Melanoxylon)
  • Scale: 330 mm
  • Dual Mode Output-Battery-Free Concept
  • Colour: Sunburst
  • Includes charger
  • chinrest
  • shoulder rest and case
  • Made in the Czech Republic
PROS
  • • Polar pickup delivers exceptionally clear, dynamic amplified tone.
  • • Diospyros Melanoxylon ebony fingerboard provides smooth, consistent playability.
  • • Czech Republic construction ensures solid build quality and reliable performance.
  • • Dual output system offers flexibility for stage and studio use.
CONS
  • • Sunburst finish might not appeal to all players' aesthetic preferences.
  • • The lighter body, while comfortable, can feel less resonant than a traditional acoustic.
  • • The Pizzicato/Arco switch, while functional, is a somewhat basic implementation.

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Key Features

Type Electric Violin
Strings Steel (likely NS Design’s proprietary alloy, similar to Dominant’s)
Pickups Polar Pickup System
Connections 1/4 in (standard instrument output), 1/4 in (battery-free output)
Body Material Composite (likely a carbon fiber/resin blend)
Weight Approximately 6.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It utilizes capacitive coupling; the violin’s vibrations generate a small electrical signal, making it usable in quiet environments but less powerful for loud stages – a direct cable is recommended for those situations.
Yes, it's finished with a durable gloss, but ebony still benefits from occasional cleaning and conditioning to maintain its smooth feel and prevent drying.
The Polar pickup offers a wider frequency response and less of the brittle, 'quacky' tone often associated with piezo systems, resulting in a more natural and nuanced amplified sound.

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