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THE NS ELECTRIC VIOLA

All NS Violas feature the NS Polar™ Pickup, the patented Self-Clamping Tuning System, and adjustable height bridge; the include the body reference bout, shoulder rest, chinrest, and hardshell case.

CR Series Electric Viola

  • Active electronics (9v) with advanced tone-shaping controls
  • Headphone out jack
  • Crafted in the Czech Republic
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NXTa Series Electric Viola

  • Active/Passive dual-mode electronics, battery-free
  • Crafted in the Czech Republic
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Feature Comparison

All NS violas include

  • Adjustable height bridge
  • Patented Self-Clamping Tuning System
  • Polar™ Pickup System
  • Maple Neck/Body/Reference Bout/Bridge
  • Custom Shoulder Rest
  • Ebony Fingerboard/Chin Rest
  • Scale Length: 366 mm (14.4″); String spacing: Bridge 18 mm (0.7″) Nut 38 mm (1.5″)
  • Length: 585 mm (23″); Width: 116.8 mm (4.6″); Thickness: 51 mm (2″)
  • Manufactured in the Czech Republic
  • Compatible with any solid and stranded core viola strings, D’Addario™ NS Electric viola strings are standard. High stretch synthetic core strings not recommended.
  • Custom hardshell case standard with bow holder, handle, strap and accessories pouches
  • Tool kit, Owners Manual
  • Optional NS accessories include: Balanced Shoulder Rest, Adjustable Chin Rest, Violin Caddy, Flight Case
NS Electric Viola Feature Comparison Guide (PDF)Download

CR Viola

NXTa Viola
Electronics9-Volt Active, EMG™ onboard preampBattery-Free Dual Mode Active-Passive
ControlsRotary for Volume, Treble EQ, Bass EQ; 3-way toggle switch for Polar Pickup System and ElectronicsRotary for Volume, Tone (Treble roll off); Push Pull for Active/Passive Mode; 2-way toggle switch for Polar Pickup System
Weight775g650g
FinishFlame maple, traditional Amber satin finish. Custom finish also available: Quilted Maple, Poplar Burl, Zebrawood, Slate Gray.Solid, straight grain maple, with maple face (Satin Black model) or flame maple face (Sunburst model) on body.
Model Options4 String CGDA4 String CGDA
OriginCzech RepublicCzech Republic
Includes1/8″ headphone jack for silent practice and self-monitoringIncludes NXTa AC charger.

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