NS Design WAV5c Cello - Black - Coform Fingerboard

For the cellist venturing into the world of the electric, this instrument offers a combination of design, performance, and affordability that exceeds any other instrument in its class. Compact and light (4.5 pounds!), the WAV cello is a pleasure to travel with, but in terms of features and performance, this instrument is no lightweight.True to the NS tradition, the WAV captures the essence of an acoustic,yet opens up an exciting range of new possibilities.

With electronics fully based around the NS patented system, the WAV provides amazingly natural cello tone, with freedom from feedback and wolf tones. Since 100% of the sound comes via the pickup,using looping and other electronic effects is easy and far more effective than with an amplified acoustic.

The body design allows effortless access to the full range of the fingerboard, and unparalleled freedom of movement on stage. The special asymmetrical fingerboard relief, a hallmark of all NS bowed electrics,provides extraordinary ease of playability from the lowest to the highest positions. To suit individual player preferences, the string heights can be modified via a remarkably simple bridge height adjustment, and the fingerboard relief can be modified using the readily accessible two-way truss rod.

The WAV cello is available in 4- or 5-string models with a variety of color options.

FEATURES

and most traditional acoustic strings fit all NS Cellos, allowing theplayer to select from a wide range, each with a unique sound a feel. In combination with the ease of adjusting basic setup parameters, the WAVcello is adaptable to a nearly limitless range of musical styles.

A fully adjustable can be used seated or standing. The optional provides the seated cellist familiar points of thigh contact and position. The optional andallow the cellist to stand up with full mobility for a new experienceof freedom and expression. An escutcheon pin on the neck, correspondingto the location of the heel on an acoustic cello, is standard; a moreconventional wooden neck heel is also available for installation.

The WAV electric cello brings unprecedented affordability to theplayer interested in world-class design, craftsmanship and performance.With a visual appearance a striking as its sound, the roadworthy WAV isan exciting and reliable partner for the most demanding performancecareer.

Specifications

LENGTH: 94.2 cm (37")

WIDTH: 13.9 cm (5.5")

THICKNESS: 9.4 cm (3.7")

WEIGHT:

4 string: 2 kg (4.5 lbs.)

5 string: 2.1 kg (4.7 lbs.)

SCALE LENGTH: 69.5 cm (27.36")

BODY/NECK: Solid, straight grain maple neck and body. Flame maple face on all colors: Amberburst, Transparent Red, and Transparent Black.

FINGERBOARD: Asymmetrical fingerboard relief. Intonation referenced with cascading dot markers. Rosewood or.

TRUSS ROD: Two-way truss rod, accessible at neck.

TUNING HARDWARE: Fully encased worm gear tuners, black finish.

STRINGING:
4 string tuning: C G D A
5 string tuning: Low F C G D A; High E tuning also available by request: C G D A E

STRINGS: supplied; the NS is designed to fit and is compatible with most standard strings.

BRIDGE PICKUP: The NS Cello features the Polarbridge-mounted piezo pickup system which responds selectively to eithervertical vibration (for the sustained plucked sound, like an electricbass guitar), or lateral vibration (for dynamic bowing, and a percussiveplucked sound).

ELECTRONICS & CONTROLS: Passive circuit withhigh impedance output, no batteries required. Rotary for Volume, Tone(Treble roll off), 2-way toggle switch for Polar Pickup System.

PERFORMANCE SUPPORT SYSTEMS

:The WAV/NXT tripod stand included, black painted steel, fullyadjustable height and instrument angle. Folds for easy storage and fitsinto the cello gig bag. Weight 2.7 kg (6 lbs.).

:The optional Cello End Pin Stand has traditional knee and chest contactpoints for seated play. The height, knee rest position and instrumentangle are adjustable. The knee rest folds so the stand fits in the gigbag. Weight is 1.36kg (3 lbs.)

: Optional, fully adjustable steel tripod stand. Weight is 3.6kg (8 lbs.).

:This optional support system has a pivoting friction hub that holds theinstrument firmly in place close to the body. Attached with a guitarstyle strap to its two support arms, the system allows the instrument tobe moved into virtually any position in relation to the hands and bodyas it is played. Weight is.45 kg (1 lbs.).

:This optional accessory is a lightweight frame structure that allowsfull mobility to perform in standing or upright position, holding theinstrument out from the body similar to the reference in traditionalpositioning. It is the strap system recommended for bowing. The systemis supported by a single guitar style strap extending over the leftshoulder. Weight is 0.68kg (1.5 lbs.).

TRANSPORT

GIG BAG: The standard gig bag with handle andshoulder strap, has a padded inner case for the instrument and a zipperpouch for the tripod stand.  It also has a bow compartment and storagepocket with room for accessories. 99 cm (39") long; 18 cm (7") indiameter. Loaded weight is 5 kg (11 lbs.), including stand. Fits in theoverhead luggage compartment of most commercial aircraft.

An optional hardshell flight case measures 136cm x 28cm x 27cm (53.5" x11" x 10.5") and weighs 28 kg (45 lb) fully loaded with instrument& tripod stand.