NS Design WAV4c Cello Transparent Red

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NS Design WAV4c Cello Transparent Red

NS Design

WAV4c Cello Transparent Red

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 412086
Model: WAV4c Cello Transparent Red
Price: $1,804.00

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The NS Design WAV4c is a fantastic option for gigging cellists or students needing a portable, amplified instrument. The carbon fiber body keeps it light, and the built-in piezo system provides a usable amplified sound without needing external gear—a great balance of convenience and quality for a wide range of musical styles.

Product Description

  • NS Design WAV4c-CO-TR Trans Red Cello
  • 4-String Electric Cello
  • Self-powered Polar Piezo Pickup
  • Switch: Pizzicato / Arco
  • Fingerboard: Coform
  • Colour: Trans Red Gloss
  • Includes NXT / WAV tripod stand and bag
PROS
  • • Excellent piezo pickup system delivers surprisingly warm, articulate tone
  • • Coform fingerboard offers improved playability and intonation stability
  • • Lightweight carbon fiber construction makes it easily transportable for gigging
  • • Included tripod stand and gig bag provide immediate playing convenience
CONS
  • • The piezo pickup, while good, lacks the nuanced complexity of a magnetic system
  • • Transparent red finish can show fingerprints and surface imperfections easily
  • • Limited tonal shaping options compared to cellos with more complex electronics

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Key Features

Strings Steel core, synthetic nylon
Pickups Polar Piezo Preamp (self-powered)
Connections 1/4 in output jack, piezo preamp on/off/blend switch
Body Material Carbon Fiber Composite
Bow Included No
Weight Approximately 13 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Piezo pickups tend to be brighter and more direct, lacking the 'roundness' of magnetic pickups. The Polar Piezo is surprisingly well-voiced, but it won't fully replicate the warmth of a magnetic system.
Yes, the Coform fingerboard offers a more consistent feel and improved intonation, which can be particularly helpful for beginners or those transitioning to amplified playing.
You'll need a standard instrument cable with a 1/4 in connector, the same type used for guitars and other instruments.

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