NS Design WAV4 Violin Black Gloss

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NS Design WAV4 Violin Black Gloss

NS Design

WAV4 Violin Black Gloss

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 115668
Model: WAV4 Violin Black Gloss
Price: $1,153.90

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The NS Design WAV4 is a solid choice for gigging violinists and students wanting a dependable electric instrument. It’s comfortable to hold, delivers a surprisingly authentic acoustic-electric sound, and the included accessories make it a complete package. Perfect for those wanting a reliable, stage-ready violin without the fuss of complex electronics.

Product Description

  • NS Design WAV4 Violin Black Gloss
  • 4-String Electric Violin
  • Solid-body construction
  • Fingerboard: Ebony (Diospyros melanoxylon)
  • Passive Polar piezo pickup system
  • Colour: Black high-gloss
  • Incl. case and shoulder rest
PROS
  • • Solid ebony fingerboard provides excellent clarity and response.
  • • Passive piezo pickup offers a surprisingly natural acoustic-electric tone.
  • • NS Design’s ergonomic body design is comfortable for extended playing.
  • • Includes a quality case and shoulder rest – a great value addition.
CONS
  • • The passive pickup lacks the tonal shaping of active systems.
  • • Solid-body design can feel less resonant compared to traditional violins.
  • • High-gloss finish is prone to fingerprints and smudges.

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Key Features

Type 4-String Electric Violin
Strings Steel (typically D’Addario or Pirastro Tonica)
Pickups Passive Polar Piezo
Connections 1/4 in Mono Output
Body Material Solid Wood (likely Maple or similar hardwood)
Weight Approximately 6.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Passive piezo pickups offer a more direct, natural tone, but lack the EQ control found on active systems; it’s a trade-off between simplicity and tonal flexibility.
Yes, the fingerboard is finished with a durable lacquer, providing a smooth and consistent playing surface that reduces friction and improves response.
A full-range amplifier or PA system with a clean, neutral sound is ideal; avoid heavily colored or distorted amplifiers to best represent the violin’s natural tone.

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