NS Design NXT5a-DB-SB Double Bass

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NS Design NXT5a-DB-SB Double Bass

NS Design

NXT5a-DB-SB Double Bass

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 253362
Model: NXT5a-DB-SB Double Bass
Price: $3,036.00

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The NXT5a-DB-SB is a fantastic option for gigging musicians who need a reliable and versatile electric double bass. The 5-string configuration expands your harmonic possibilities, and the active electronics give you a clean, amplified sound that cuts through any mix – it’s a real workhorse instrument for jazz, funk, and contemporary styles.

Product Description

  • NS Design NXT5a-DB-SB Double Bass
  • Electric Upright Bass
  • 5-String
  • Dual Mode Active Output
  • With polar pickup system
  • Selector for ARCO and pizzicato mode
  • Volume and tone controls
  • Maple neck and body
  • Rich Lite composite fingerboard
  • Height adjustable bridge
  • Adjustable truss rod
  • Colour: Satin Sunburst
  • Incl.Charger
  • gigbag and tripod stand
PROS
  • • Rich Lite fingerboard provides exceptionally fast and comfortable playing feel
  • • Polar pickup system delivers a remarkably natural and balanced amplified tone
  • • Dual mode switch offers versatile arco and pizzicato response for varied playing
  • • Maple body contributes warmth and sustain, a pleasant departure from typical composites
CONS
  • • The composite construction, while durable, lacks the traditional resonance of a wood bass
  • • Satin sunburst finish, while attractive, can be prone to fingerprints and smudges
  • • The weight, though manageable, might be a factor for smaller players or extended gigs

Product Video

Key Features

Strings Steel, typically 4/5ths scale
Pickups NS Design Polar pickup system
Scale Length 34 in
Connections 1/4 in jack, XLR balanced output
Weight 13 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

ARCO mode slightly reduces the gain and emphasizes the lower frequencies to better mimic the natural tone of a bowed acoustic bass.
The neck profile is a comfortable 'C' shape, slightly thinner than many vintage basses, designed for ease of playability across the extended scale.
The maple body adds a touch more warmth and sustain compared to their more common mahogany or bubinga models, providing a more rounded sonic character.

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