Spector NS-5 Bleached
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Spector
NS-5 Bleached
Product Info
Article Number:
582083
Brand:
Spector
Model:
NS-5 Bleached
Category:
5-String Basses
Price:
$8,798.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This NS-5 Bleached is a serious statement piece. The combination of the flamed maple, powerful EMG pickups, and Darkglass electronics delivers a modern, aggressive tone with a refined feel. It's perfect for players seeking a high-end, versatile 5-string for rock, metal, and progressive genres.
Product Description
- Spector NS-5 Bleached
- 5-String Electric Bass
- USA Customshop Model
- Weight-reduced body sides: Flamed maple
- 3-Piece neck-thru-body: Maple
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Mother of pearl fingerboard inlays
- Nut width: 46 mm
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Pickup: 2 EMG 40 DCX Humbucker
- Active tone control: Darkglass Tone Capsule
- Spector Locking bridge made of aluminium
- Hipshot UltraLite machine heads
- Black hadrware
- Colour: Bleached matt
- Includes case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • The Bleached finish reveals stunning flamed maple figuring, a real visual highlight.
- • EMG 40 DCX pickups deliver aggressive, articulate tone with excellent note definition.
- • Darkglass Tone Capsule provides incredible tonal shaping and a modern, powerful sound.
- • USA Customshop construction ensures meticulous attention to detail and exceptional build quality.
CONS
- • The weight-reduced body sides, while helpful, might still feel substantial for some players.
- • The Ebony fingerboard, while fantastic, can be prone to dryness requiring regular maintenance.
- • The premium-priced nature limits accessibility for players on a tighter budget.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Flamed Maple (Bleached finish)
Neck Material
Maple (3-Piece)
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
2 x EMG 40 DCX Humbucker
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
24 (Jumbo)
Strings
5-String (likely Spector branded, .045-.130 gauge)
Weight
Approximately 10.5 lbs (4.76 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Bleached finish itself doesn't directly impact the tone, but it removes any colorant, allowing the natural wood resonance to be more prominent – a subtle shift in character.
The Tone Capsule is fairly intuitive, but its extensive controls offer a wide range of sounds, so expect a bit of experimentation to find your sweet spot.
The NS-5 typically features a comfortable 'C' shape, slightly thinner than some older Spectors; it should be accommodating for most hand sizes, but a try-before-you-buy is always recommended.
