NS Design WAV5c-OB-BK Omni Bass

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NS Design WAV5c-OB-BK Omni Bass

NS Design

WAV5c-OB-BK Omni Bass

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 412106
Model: WAV5c-OB-BK Omni Bass
Price: $2,035.00

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The NS Design WAV5c-OB-BK is a fantastic option for gigging musicians needing a versatile, amplified double bass. Its compact design, built-in preamp, and comfortable setup make it a great choice for smaller stages or players who want to avoid pedalboards. It’s particularly well-suited for folk, jazz, and contemporary styles.

Product Description

  • NS Design WAV5c-OB-BK Omni Bass
  • 5-String Electric Bass
  • Self-powered Polar Piezo pickup
  • Pizzicato / Arco switch
  • Fingerboard: rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
  • Colour: Black High gloss
  • Incl. Boomerang strap and bag
PROS
  • • Rosewood fingerboard offers warm tone and comfortable playability
  • • Polar Piezo pickup delivers surprisingly natural and articulate amplified sound
  • • Boomerang strap provides excellent comfort for extended playing sessions
  • • Solid construction and high-gloss finish suggest a durable, premium instrument
CONS
  • • The self-powered pickup might lack the nuance of a higher-end external preamp
  • • WAV basses are known to be a bit neck-heavy, requiring careful strap adjustment
  • • 5-string configuration can feel cramped for players with smaller hands

Product Video

Key Features

Strings DR Natural Series
Pickups Polar Piezo (self-powered)
Scale Length 34 in
Connections 1/4 in output, piezo preamp controls
Weight 11.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Polar Piezo captures more of the acoustic tone, offering a more natural and detailed sound, but it lacks the aggressive growl often associated with magnetic pickups.
Yes, the neck can feel a bit front-heavy, which requires a well-adjusted strap and might necessitate a neck-support device for some players to avoid fatigue.
While the built-in preamp is convenient, you absolutely can connect an external preamp for more tonal shaping and control – the bass is wired for both.

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