The NS Omni Bass combines the feel and tonal character of an electric upright bass with the ease and familiarity of the 34″ scale, bridging the divide between an EUB and a bass guitar. The solid-body design enhances sustain and clarity, and is resistant to the effects of temperature change and humidity.
CR Series Omni Bass
The CR Omni Bass’s exclusive Polar™ piezo pickup is the only system that allows the bassist to control the attack and decay of the plucked string. EMG™ magnetic pickups add classic electric sounds. The on-board pre-amp, EQ, and mixer allow the player full control of this wide tonal palette right from the instrument. This bass combines the tonal purity of the acoustic upright with the awesome power of the full-blown electric, resulting in the most versatile bass on the market today. The Omni Bass responds to the bow with a natural and expressive voice, combining powerful bass resonance with brilliant harmonics. The strings are easily driven on both fretted and fretless models, making it possible for bassists with little bowing experience to add this beautiful dimension to their music.
NXTa Series Omni Bass
The NXTa Omni has both active and passive modes. The battery-free, high performance active electronics with capacitor-powered custom circuitry, integrates with the NS Polar Pickup System. The TransRadius™ fingerboard (9.25″ radius at the nut, 2″ radius at the bridge) provides a familiar large radius feel for the left hand but which is arched for the option to bow at the bridge. Check out the remarkable freedom of movement and instrument positioning which the Boomerang™ Strap System provides. Manufactured in Czech Republic.
WAV Series Omni Bass
The WAV is our most affordable Omni bass. It has passive, high impedance output. The TransRadius™ fingerboard (9.25″ radius at the nut, 2″ radius at the bridge) provides a familiar large radius feel for the left hand but which is arched for the option to bow at the bridge. Check out the remarkable freedom of movement and instrument positioning which the Boomerang™ Strap System provides. Manufactured in India. Flame Maple face with transparent high gloss lacquer, colored stain undercoating for Amberburst, Transparent Red, Transparent Black. 4-string EADG; 5-string BEADG or EADGC.
“I needed an electric double bass but always felt curious about playing a cello, and suddenly, I discovered an instrument right in the middle. I couldn’t resist the infinite possibilities of the Omni Bass, including all the things you can do connecting the instrument to an infinite pedal chain. The NS CR5 Omni Bass is amazing, I use it in every project I’m involved in.”
Daniel Escortell
Feature Comparison
All NS Omni Basses Have:
- Adjustable height bridge
- Polar™ Pickup System
- Maple Neck/Body/Bridge
- Scale Length: 34″ (86.36cm)
- Hand graduated fingerboard, asymmetric relief, TransRadius™ profile, 9.25″ radius at the nut, 2″ radius at the bridge; cascading dot pattern for position reference
- Adjustable truss rod for precise fingerboard relief adjustment
- Boomerang™ Strap System
- Length: 113 cm (44.5″); Width:146 cm (5.75″); Thickness: 8 cm (3.2″)
- Padded gig bag standard with bow holder, handle, strap and accessories pouch
- Tool kit, Owners Manual
- Optional NS accessories include: German or French Bass Bow, Bass End Pin Stand, CR Tripod Stand, CR Stand Conversion Kit, NXT Tripod Stand, Bass Neck Heel (Thumbstop), Frame Strap System, Flight Case.
CR Series
Electronics
18-volt active circuit; Low impedance EMG™ magnetic pickup system, with individually adjustable
coils, neodymium magnets and low noise, hum-canceling preamp.
Controls
Rotary for Volume, Balance pickups, Balance Polar, 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™
Finish
Flame maple, traditional Amber satin finish. Custom finish also available: Quilted Maple, Poplar Burl, Zebrawood, Slate Gray.
Weight
3.23 kg (7.2 lbs.)
Model Options
Fretted or fretless. 4-string EADG; 5-string BEADG or EADGC. Left-handed available as Special Order.
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™
Finish
Solid, straight grain maple, with maple face (Satin Black model) or flame maple face (Sunburst model) on body
Other
Includes NXTa AC charger
Weight
3.2 kg (7 lbs.)
Model Options
4-string EADG; 5-string BEADG or EADGC. Left-handed available as Special Order.
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™
Finish
Flame Maple face with transparent high gloss lacquer, colored stain undercoating for Amberburst, Transparent Red, Transparent Black.
Weight
3.23 kg (7.2 lbs.)
Model Options
4-string EADG; 5-string BEADG or EADGC
Origin
India