NS Design NXT5a-CO-SB-F Fretted Low F

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NS Design NXT5a-CO-SB-F Fretted Low F

NS Design

NXT5a-CO-SB-F Fretted Low F

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 407882
Model: NXT5a-CO-SB-F Fretted Low F
Price: $3,729.00

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This NS Design is a fantastic option for cellists wanting a versatile, amplified instrument. The fretted neck makes it accessible for those used to guitar or bass, while the low F opens up new sonic possibilities. It's a premium-priced instrument, but the build quality and sound are genuinely impressive for stage or studio.

Product Description

  • NS Design NXT5a-CO-SB-F Fretted Cello
  • 5-String Electric Cello
  • Fretted
  • With low F-string
  • 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
  • Weight: 1.9 kg
  • Colour: Sunburst
  • Tripod stand
  • charger and gig bag included
PROS
  • • Richlite fingerboard offers exceptional fret stability and comfortable playing feel.
  • • Polar pickup system delivers a remarkably natural and balanced amplified tone.
  • • Maple construction provides a warm, resonant core with excellent projection.
  • • Low F string expands range, ideal for solo work and orchestral textures.
CONS
  • • The lighter weight (1.9 kg) might feel unstable for some traditional cellists.
  • • Fretted design limits expressive sliding and vibrato techniques.
  • • Dual-mode output may require experimentation to find optimal settings.

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Key Features

Strings Steel core, synthetic core, nickel-wound
Pickups NS Design Polar Pickup System (piezoelectric)
Connections 1/4 in (standard), 1/4 in (switchable to pre-amp mode)
Body Material Maple (top, back, sides)
Bow Included No
Weight 1.9 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Polar pickups capture more of the cello's natural resonance and dynamic range, offering a more acoustic-like amplified sound than the harsher tone often associated with magnetic pickups.
Yes, it changes the feel considerably; you’ll lose the ability to slide freely, but it simplifies intonation and is a great starting point for non-traditional players.
Experiment with both modes—the direct output is cleaner, while the pre-amp mode offers added warmth and EQ shaping, but can be prone to feedback at higher volumes.

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