NS Design NXT5a-VN-BK-F Violin Fretted

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NS Design NXT5a-VN-BK-F Violin Fretted

NS Design

NXT5a-VN-BK-F Violin Fretted

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 286879
Model: NXT5a-VN-BK-F Violin Fretted
Price: $2,948.00

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This NS Design is a really interesting hybrid – it blends the familiar feel of a fretted guitar neck with the expressive capabilities of a violin. It's perfect for violinists looking to explore electric sounds, or guitarists eager to learn the violin with a much more forgiving learning curve. The sound is surprisingly articulate, and the build quality is solid.

Product Description

  • NS Design NXT5a-VN-BK-F Fretted Violin
  • Fretted Violin
  • 5-String
  • Polar pickup system
  • Pizzicato/Arco switch
  • Scale: 330 mm
  • Fretted ebony fingerboard (Diospyros Melanoxylon)
  • Colour: Satin Black
  • Includes charger
  • chinrest
  • shoulder rest and case
  • Made in the Czech Republic
PROS
  • • Fretted ebony fingerboard drastically simplifies intonation for less experienced players.
  • • Polar pickup system delivers a remarkably clear and responsive amplified tone.
  • • Czech Republic construction ensures a high level of build quality and consistent craftsmanship.
  • • Pizzicato/arco switch offers surprising versatility for studio recording and diverse performance styles.
CONS
  • • The 5-string configuration may feel unwieldy for traditional violinists.
  • • Satin black finish, while attractive, can be prone to fingerprints and smudges.
  • • The relatively compact scale length (330 mm) might feel cramped for players accustomed to full-size instruments.

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Key Features

Type Fretted Electric Violin
Strings 5-String
Pickups NS Design Polar Pickup System
Connections Standard 1/4 in Output Jack
Body Material Maple (likely a composite, but details are not public)
Weight Approximately 6.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The fretting subtly alters the timbre, adding a cleaner, more defined character, but it doesn’t eliminate the violin’s inherent resonance.
Absolutely; it's known for its clarity and dynamic range, making it a good match for everything from classical to folk to rock.
The extra string does add a bit of weight and can slightly alter the instrument's balance, requiring a short adjustment period.

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