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
NXTa Series Electric Viola
- Active/Passive dual-mode electronics, battery-free
- Crafted in the Czech Republic
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
 CR Viola |  NXTa Viola | |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 9-Volt Active, EMG™ onboard preamp | Battery-Free Dual Mode Active-Passive |
| Controls | Rotary for Volume, Treble EQ, Bass EQ; 3-way toggle switch for Polar Pickup System and Electronics | Rotary for Volume, Tone (Treble roll off); Push Pull for Active/Passive Mode; 2-way toggle switch for Polar Pickup System |
| Weight | 775g | 650g |
| Finish | Flame 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 Options | 4 String CGDA | 4 String CGDA |
| Origin | Czech Republic | Czech Republic |
| Includes | 1/8″ headphone jack for silent practice and self-monitoring | Includes NXTa AC charger. |