It has been my great pleasure to join the NS family and start using the NS NXT4a Electric Upright Bass for Indian Classical musical study and performance. It has really been a dream come true to have this instrument with me for my touring and studies here in India. The NS NXT4a Electric Upright Bass is very well suited to the Indian Classical vocal and instrumental expressions. The ability to control the exact tuning, and the wide variety of tonal and dynamic nuances offered by both these instruments are helping me to grow closer to accurately representing this grand art form in a completely unique way. Sonically, I am constantly impressed with the brilliant piezo pickup system and tone control. This instrument has managed to capture a high quality acoustic bass tone, while eliminating the acoustic phenomenon that plagues every double bassist in so many situations. The pure direct signal captures everything I want to hear through a microphone, with no possibility of feedback, and subtle EQ possibilities that are not possible with a microphone. The last VERY important thing to note for now is how effortless it has been to travel with. I cannot believe every time I pick up the case, that inside is such a beautiful sounding upright bass. In the bag the size of a golf bag, I have a portable, stool, bow, stand and bass. All of this in a case that is less than 20 pounds, and below the oversize limit for any airplane. I realize more and more how unique and powerful the NS NXT4a Electric Upright Bass is, and how it is truly revolutionizing the way upright bass can be used in modern and traditional contexts. This instrument has made the impossible possible, and I am so grateful to NS Design for their brilliant vision and warm support.

—Justin Gray