Spector NS Ethos HP 4 Black Gloss

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Spector NS Ethos HP 4 Black Gloss

Spector

NS Ethos HP 4 Black Gloss

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 575134
Brand: Spector
Model: NS Ethos HP 4 Black Gloss
Price: $2,172.50

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The Spector Ethos HP 4 is a seriously powerful bass, built for players who want a modern, aggressive tone with incredible clarity. The neck-thru construction and multi-scale design make it a joy to play, and the Darkglass preamp gives you a ton of tonal shaping options. This is a fantastic choice for rock, metal, and any genre needing serious low-end thump.

Product Description

  • Spector NS Ethos HP 4 Black Gloss
  • Electric Bass
  • Body: Alder
  • 3-Piece neck-thru-body: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • Fluorescent neck markings
  • Scale: Multi-Scale
  • Pickup: 2 EMG 35DC humbucker
  • Darkglass Tone Capsule preamp
  • Black hardware
  • Colour: Solid Black
  • high-gloss
PROS
  • • Alder body provides excellent resonance and sustain.
  • • EMG 35DC pickups deliver aggressive, modern lows and clear highs.
  • • Multi-scale design optimizes string tension for improved intonation and feel.
  • • Ebony fingerboard offers a slick, fast playing experience and bright tone.
CONS
  • • The high-gloss finish can be a fingerprint magnet and require diligent care.
  • • Weight, typical of neck-thru designs, might be tiring for some players over long gigs.
  • • Darkglass preamp, while powerful, may be overly aggressive for subtle, vintage tones.

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Key Features

Body Material Alder
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Ebony
Pickups 2 EMG 35DC humbucker
Scale Length Multi-Scale (likely 34" - 36.5" varying by fret)
Frets 24, Jescar Stainless Steel (likely)
Strings 4, Nickel-Plated Steel (likely)
Weight 9.5 lbs (approximately)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Darkglass Tone Capsule offers a more aggressive, modern distortion character than many alternatives; it's known for its tight, articulate low-end and distinct saturation.
The transition is subtle, but the optimized string tension across the fretboard often results in a more even feel and improved intonation, particularly for players with smaller hands.
The finish itself has minimal impact, but the high-gloss surface reflects more light and can alter perceived brightness – it's primarily an aesthetic choice.

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