NS Design WAV5c OMNI Bass (B-G) - Black - Coform Fingerboard WAV5c-OB-(B-G)-BK

The feel of a bass guitar with the expressiveness of an upright. Designed with the bassguitarist in mind, the WAV5c Omni Bass is the perfect choice for theplayer looking for a crossover instrument to the upright electric bassworld. Built with the familiar 34-inch bass guitar scale, thisinstrument allows the feel of a regular bass guitar with the uniquecharacter and expressiveness of the upright bass.

Equipped with the Polar Bridge Pickup System, this pickup allows fordual-mode operation with directional sensitivity, allows for a rich andexpressive response to Arco (lateral) and Pizzicato (vertical)technique. The strings are easily driven, making it possible for theplayer with little bowing experianece to add a new dimension to theirmusic. The WAV5c Omni can be played using any amplifier with a highimpedance input, or with any other gear using a direct box. The pickupdesign of the WAV5c Omni eliminates the hassle and cost of usingbatteries.

The asymmetrical fingerboard has a TransRadius profiledesign that allows for a left-hand feel which is familiar to theexperienced bass guitarist. The radius at the nut is 9-1/4 inches, whileradius of the fingerboard near the bridge is just 2 inches, which islarge enough to maintain good string-to-string articulation with the bowor comfortable pizzicato (plucked/picked) playing. The fingerboard alsofeatures Coform technology, which utilizes the engineered pairing ofmaple and high-tech acrylic to produce an ebony-like appearance withoutstanding feel and performance, while helping to sustain traditionallyused hardwoods. Features

• Asymmetrical fingerboard relief with TransRadius profile for easy playability for the bass guitarist
• Coform technology produced fingerboard
• Polar Pickup System with dual-mode control from lateral to vertical sensitivity

WAV5c Series 5-String Omni Bass B-G Specifications:

• Weight: 7.2 lbs. (3.23 kg)
• Scale Length: 34 inches (86 cm)
• String Tunings: B, E, A, D, G. The Omni Bass can also be tuned infifths, for fingerings more natural for the cellist seeking enhancedbass range (C, G, D, A, E)
• Strings: NS Omni Bass Strings. This instrument will also accommodate most long scale bass guitar strings
• Body/Neck: Solid, straight grain maple neck and body; flame maple face
• Fingerboard: Asymmetric relief, intonation reference with cascading dotmarkers and side dots. 34 inch scale is the same as a standard electricbass guitar. Coform maple and high-tech acrylic composite
• Fingerboard Profile: TransRadius profile with radius at the nut of 9-1/4inches and radius near end of fingerboard at the bridge of 2 inches
• Truss Rod: Two-way truss rod, accessible at nut
• Tuning Hardware: Fully encased worm gear tuners, black finish
• Bridge Pickup: Polar directional piezo pickup system with dual-modeselectivity for vertical vibration (sustained plucked or picked sound,like electric bass guitar), or lateral vibration (for dynamic bowing andpercussive plucked sound).
• Electronics and Controls: Passive circuit with high impedance output (nobatteries required). Volume control, tone control (treble roll off) andtwo-way toggle swich to select between Arco and Pizzicato mode.
• Includes: Boomerang Strap System which has a pivoting friction hub thatholds the instrument firmly in place close to the body. Attached with aguitar-style strap to its two support arms, the system allows theinstrument to be moved into virtually any position as it is played.Padded gig bag with handle and adjustable strap; stand compartment, bowcompartment (bow sold separately), and accessory compartment.