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This page shows NS Design electric string instruments including the WAV4 and WAV5 electric upright basses, WAV violins and the NXTa electric violin and bass.
- WAV4 electric upright bass
- WAV5 electric upright bass
- NXTa electric violin
- WAV4 electric cello
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How to choose
Choose an NS Design instrument by type first, then by the WAV or NXTa series depending on features you want.
Beginner
Players moving from acoustic to electric upright bass for the first time should start with the WAV4, getting used to how it feels without the resonant body of an acoustic bass. Practice with headphones or a small amp at first to adjust to the different feedback you get from an electric instrument.
Intermediate
String players wanting more portability for rehearsals often choose the NXTa electric violin, which is lighter to carry than a full acoustic setup. Spend time adjusting your amp EQ, since electric string instruments respond differently to eq settings than typical instruments.
Expert
Touring and session players rely on the WAV5 electric upright bass or the WAV4 electric cello for consistent amplified tone across different stages, since electric bodies resist feedback better than acoustic instruments through a PA. Keep a backup cable and battery if the instrument uses active electronics, since a dead battery mid-set is hard to recover from quickly.
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About NS Design
NS Design builds electric string instruments, including upright basses, violins and cellos, designed for players who need a compact, amplifiable instrument for touring or stage use.
This page covers the WAV series upright basses and violins, the NXTa 4-string electric upright bass and violin, and the WAV4 electric cello.
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Buying NS Design in South Africa
Looking for NS Design? Everything on this page is priced in Rand and held in real stock at OneStopMusic — the online store of Marshall Music Pretoria. We deliver anywhere in South Africa, usually within 2–4 working days, and you are welcome to try the gear in person at our Menlo Park store. Not sure which model is right for you? Call 012 991 6077 — our team plays this gear every day and will give you honest, pressure-free advice.