NS Design WAV5c Bass Black Gloss

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NS Design WAV5c Bass Black Gloss

NS Design

WAV5c Bass Black Gloss

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 402018
Model: WAV5c Bass Black Gloss
Price: $2,253.90

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The NS Design WAV5c is a fantastic option for gigging upright bass players wanting amplified acoustic tones without the back-breaking weight of a traditional double bass. The 5-string configuration opens up new harmonic possibilities, and the included accessories make it instantly usable. It's a premium-priced instrument, but offers a lot of value for the money.

Product Description

  • NS Design WAV5c-DB-BK Double Bass
  • 5-String Electric Upright Bass
  • Self-powered Polar Piezo pickup
  • Pizz/Arco switch
  • Fingerboard made of Coform
  • Colour: Trans Black Gloss
  • NXT/WAV tripod stand and gig bag included
PROS
  • • Coform fingerboard offers exceptional stability and smooth playability
  • • Polar Piezo pickup delivers a natural, amplified acoustic tone
  • • NXT multi-voicing system provides versatility across pizzicato and arco styles
  • • Included tripod stand and gig bag offer immediate playability and portability
CONS
  • • The Coform fingerboard, while stable, can feel slightly less 'traditional' than ebony
  • • The self-powered pickup requires an external amplifier for volume and tone shaping
  • • WAV basses, while lighter than traditional uprights, still demand physical stamina

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Key Features

Strings Steel, typically DR or similar light gauge
Pickups Polar Piezo, self-powered
Scale Length 33.5 in
Connections 1/4 in output jack
Weight 32 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's known for a more natural acoustic representation than many magnetic pickups, but lacks the extreme output of some high-end systems requiring preamps.
Coform is specifically engineered for stability; it's far less susceptible to environmental changes than wood, offering a reliable playing surface.
Yes, the voicing changes subtly, enhancing the bowed sound with warmth and clarity while maintaining percussive attack for plucked notes.

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