NS Design NXT5a-CO-BK High E

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NS Design NXT5a-CO-BK High E

NS Design

NXT5a-CO-BK High E

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Product Info

Article Number: 267072
Model: NXT5a-CO-BK High E
Price: $3,014.00

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The NXT5a-CO-BK High E is a fantastic entry point into amplified cello, especially for those wanting a fifth string for extended range. The maple body gives it a pleasing acoustic tone, while the Polar pickups deliver a solid amplified sound—ideal for studio work, smaller gigs, or anyone wanting to experiment with cello beyond the traditional acoustic setting.

Product Description

  • NS Design NXT5a-CO-BK High E
  • 5-String Electric Cello
  • With high E string
  • Dual mode active output
  • With Polar pickup system
  • Body: Maple
  • Neck: Maple
  • Richlite composite fingerboard with dot markers
  • Neck reinforced with steel rod
  • Volume and tone controls
  • Scale: 69.5 cm
  • Weight: 1.9 kg
  • Colour: Black
  • Stand
  • charger and gig bag included
PROS
  • • Richlite fingerboard offers exceptional playability and stability.
  • • Polar pickup system delivers a clear, amplified cello tone with good projection.
  • • Maple body provides a warm, resonant acoustic foundation.
  • • Steel-reinforced neck ensures stability and resists unwanted warping over time.
CONS
  • • The lighter weight (1.9 kg) may feel 'floaty' for some experienced cellists.
  • • High E string can be a bit finicky to tune initially, requiring patience.
  • • Dual-mode output limits versatility compared to more complex preamp options.

Product Video

Key Features

Strings Steel (High E), standard cello strings
Pickups Polar Active Pickup System
Connections 1/4 in output (high and low impedance selectable)
Body Material Maple
Bow Included No
Weight 1.9 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Polar pickups generally offer a more natural and warmer tone than piezo systems, with less of the brittle, 'quacky' sound sometimes associated with piezo transducers.
Richlite is exceptionally durable and resistant to temperature and humidity changes; it feels smooth and consistent, similar to ebony, and some players even prefer its slightly more matte texture.
The slightly shorter scale will feel a bit more manageable, particularly for smaller hands or players transitioning from other instruments; it's still very playable, but expect a slightly altered string tension and feel.

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