NS Design WAV4 Violin Amberburst Gloss

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NS Design WAV4 Violin Amberburst Gloss

NS Design

WAV4 Violin Amberburst Gloss

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Product Info

Article Number: 115622
Model: WAV4 Violin Amberburst Gloss
Price: $1,153.90

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The NS Design WAV4 is a solid choice for electric violin players seeking a dependable, stage-ready instrument. Its passive pickup system provides a surprisingly organic sound, and the build quality is respectable for the price point. This is a great option for gigging musicians or students wanting to explore amplified violin without a huge investment.

Product Description

  • NS Design WAV4 Violin Amberburst Gloss
  • 4-String Electric Violin
  • Solid-body construction
  • Passive Polar piezo pickup system
  • Fingerboard: Ebony (Diospyros melanoxylon)
  • Colour: Amber Burst Gloss
  • Incl. case and shoulder rest
PROS
  • • Solid-body construction minimizes feedback, crucial for stage use
  • • Polar piezo pickup delivers a surprisingly warm, natural acoustic tone
  • • Ebony fingerboard offers excellent response and comfortable playing feel
  • • Amberburst gloss finish is aesthetically pleasing and enhances the instrument’s presence
CONS
  • • Passive pickups lack the versatility of active systems for extreme tonal sculpting
  • • Solid-body design can feel less resonant than traditional acoustic violins
  • • Wider neck might not suit players accustomed to narrower violin necks

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Key Features

Type Electric Violin
Strings 4-String
Pickups Passive Polar Piezo
Connections 1/4 in Output Jack
Body Material Solid Wood (likely Alder or similar)
Weight Approximately 6.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It aims for a more natural acoustic response than some hotter, more aggressive pickups, prioritizing clarity over extreme output.
The neck is a standard 'C' shape, moderately wide, which some smaller-handed players might find a touch bulky, but most will find manageable.
Yes, it reduces the natural resonance compared to a hollow-body, resulting in a more direct, focused sound, often requiring more EQ to compensate.

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