More than any other electric cello on the market, the NS Electric Cello is designed for performance excellence in the plugged in world of effects, amplifiers, and high-powered sound reinforcement. The Polar Pickup system, which is at the heart of every NS, delivers full-bodied natural tone, absent troublesome wolf-tones, with an amazingly even and pleasing response in every range. Lightweight and travel ready, and with the stand and strap system options, the NS cellos offer exceptional mobility and freedom in any performance setting.
CR Series Electric Cello
The NS Cello line-up includes the sophisticated CR Series crafted in the Czech Republic to the highest standards of quality. NS Polar piezo pickup system and active circuit by EMG™ with an internal headphone amp / circuit. Interchangeable support systems provide new performance options. A fully adjustable tripod stand can be used seated or standing. The inventive Boomerang™ Strap System and Frame Strap System allows full mobility, while the conventional Cello End Pin Stand provides the traditional points of cello contact and position.
NXTa Series Electric Cello
The NS Cello line-up includes the NXTa Series dual mode and battery-free cellos. Crafted in the Czech Republic by the makers of the renowned CR Series, the NXTa exemplify flawless workmanship at an exceptional value. Interchangeable support systems provide new performance options. A fully adjustable tripod stand can be used seated or standing. The inventive Boomerang™ Strap System and Frame Strap System allows full mobility, while the conventional Cello End Pin Stand provides the traditional points of cello contact and position.
WAV Series Electric Cello
The NS Cello line-up includes the durable and affordable WAV Series, compact and lightweight at 4.5 lbs, with NS Polar Pickup System it has the same design features as the CR and NXTa. Interchangeable support systems provide new performance options. A fully adjustable tripod stand can be used seated or standing. The inventive Boomerang™ Strap System and Frame Strap System allows full mobility, while the conventional Cello End Pin Stand provides the traditional points of cello contact and position.
The NS Design cello and harness system are so versatile in design and tone that they lend themselves to any situation
Katie Larson
Feature Comparison
All NS Cellos Have:
- Adjustable height bridge
- Polar™ Pickup System
- Maple Neck/Body/Bridge
- Hand-graduated fingerboard; intonation referenced with cascading dot markers.
- Adjustable truss rod for precise fingerboard relief adjustment.
- Scale Length: 69.5 cm (27.36″)
- Length: 94 cm (37″); Width: 14 cm (5.5″); Thickness: 9.5 cm (3.75″)
- Padded gig bag standard with bow holder, handle, strap and accessories pouch
- Tool kit, Owners Manual
- Optional NS accessories include: Cello Bow, Cello End Pin Stand, Cello Neck Heel (Thumbstop), Frame Strap System, Boomerang™ Strap System, Flight Case.
CR Series
Electronics
18-volt active onboard preamp by EMG™
Controls
Rotary for Volume, Treble EQ, Bass EQ; 3-way toggle switch for Polar Pickup System and Electronics
Tuning Machines
Premium grade, heavy-duty, fully encased worm gear tuners; black finish.
Fingerboard
Richlite™
Weight
2.5 kg (5.5 lbs.)
Finish
Flame maple, traditional Amber satin finish. Flame maple, traditional Amber satin finish. Custom finish also available: Quilted Maple, Poplar Burl, Zebrawood, Slate Gray.
Stand
CR Tripod Stand
Other
1/8″ headphone jack for silent practice and self-monitoring; Brass escutcheon pin on the rear of the neck serves as a reference point corresponding to the heel of an acoustic cello.
Model Options
Fretless or Fretted. 4 string tuning: CGDA; 5 string tuning: FCGDA; High E tuning also available by request: CGDAE; 6 string tuning: FCGDAE.
Origin
Czech Republic
NXTa Series
Electronics
Battery-Free Dual Mode Active / Passive
Controls
Rotary for Volume, Tone (Treble roll off); Push Pull for Active/Passive Mode; 2-way toggle switch for Polar Pickup System
Tuning Machines
Heavy-duty, fully encased worm gear tuners; black finish.
Fingerboard
Richlite™
Weight
1.9 kg (4.2 lbs.)
Finish
Solid, straight grain maple, with maple face (Satin Black model) or flame maple face (Sunburst model) on body
Other
Includes NXTa AC charger. Brass escutcheon pin on the rear of the neck serves as a reference point corresponding to the heel of an acoustic cello.
Model Options
Fretless or Fretted. 4 string tuning: CGDA; 5 string tuning: FCGDA; High E tuning also available by request: CGDAE.
Origin
Czech Republic
WAV Series
Electronics
Passive, high impedance output
Controls
Rotary for Volume, Tone (Treble roll off), 2-way toggle switch for Polar Pickup System
Tuning Machines
Heavy-duty, fully encased worm gear tuners; black finish.
Fingerboard
Rosewood or Coform™
Weight
2.1 kg (4.7 lbs.)
Finish
Flame Maple face with transparent high gloss lacquer, colored stain undercoating for Amberburst, Transparent Red, Transparent Black
Model Options
4 string tuning: CGDA; 5 string tuning: FCGDA
Origin
India