NS Design WAV5c Cello Black Gloss Low F

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NS Design WAV5c Cello Black Gloss Low F

NS Design

WAV5c Cello Black Gloss Low F

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 412089
Model: WAV5c Cello Black Gloss Low F
Price: $1,969.00

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The NS Design WAV5c is a great option for gigging cellists or those wanting to explore extended range possibilities. It's surprisingly versatile for arco and pizzicato, and the low F adds a real richness – it’s a solid, playable instrument that gets you amplified without a huge investment.

Product Description

  • NS Design WAV5c-CO-BK Black Gloss Cello
  • 5-String Electric Cello
  • Self-powered Polar piezo pickup
  • Pizzicato / Arco switch
  • Coform fingerboard
  • Tuning: low F-C-G-D-A
  • Colour: Black high-gloss
  • Includes a NXT / WAV tripod stand and a bag
PROS
  • • The low F extension significantly expands the instrument's sonic range and depth.
  • • Polar piezo pickup delivers a surprisingly natural and responsive amplified tone.
  • • Coform fingerboard enhances playability and intonation, especially for arco playing.
  • • The included tripod stand and bag offer immediate convenience and portability.
CONS
  • • The piezo pickup, while decent, lacks the warmth of a magnetic or condenser system.
  • • The gloss finish, while visually appealing, is prone to fingerprints and smudging.
  • • The overall build, while solid, doesn't match the premium feel of higher-end European cellos.

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Key Features

Strings Steel core, synthetic wrap – standard NS Design setup
Pickups Self-powered Polar piezo pickup with Pizzicato/Arco switch
Connections ¼ in output jack, volume and tone controls
Body Material Nyatoh (back, sides, and top)
Bow Included No
Weight Approximately 13 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Piezo pickups generally offer a more acoustic-like tone, but lack the sustain and harmonic complexity of magnetic pickups – it's a tradeoff for a more natural sound.
Yes, the Coform fingerboard has a slightly different feel – it's often perceived as smoother and can improve intonation, particularly when playing arco, but it's a matter of personal preference.
Replacing the pickup is possible, but requires some technical skill and might involve modifications to the instrument's electronics; it's not a simple plug-and-play process.

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