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NS-Design CR Electric Upright Bass 4-String / CR4T (amber)
Silent Double Bass
EUR 4855.65
Incl. VAT, free shipping in Germany
| Product # | 121304 |
| Brand | NS-Design |
| Category | Silent Double Basses | Brand Category | NS-Design - Silent Double Basses |
| Series | NS-Design CR Bass |
| Release date | June 2007 |
| Availability |  Will be ordered for you as quick as possible |
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Description
The new "traditional" version of the NS Double Bass is set up to satisfy the needs of the experienced upright bassist. Acoustic Helicore Hybrid strings by D'Addario, specially designed for NS basses, are standard on both 4 and 5 string CRT models. These deliver a classic upright tone, warm and percussive, with a great response to the bow. The bridge is raised to lift the strings above the fingerboard for action typical of the acoustic upright. Higher string tension and action make it possible to "dig in" like on an acoustic, with reserves of rich sound that can be eased back for a traditional tone, or brought forward for exciting new sounds.
Standard 106 cm acoustic upright scale length is employed to insure that fingering and string tension will be very close to conventional instruments. The neck shape is traditional, except that the small body allows unrestricted access to the upper register of the fingerboard. A small brass button on the back of the neck provides a tactile reference for the traditional "D neck" position. Optional dot markers provide a subtle but effective intonation reference.
The exclusive Polar pickup has 2 modes of operation, "arco" and "pizzicato," that may be blended together. When blended equally (balance control centered) the response is similar to an acoustic upright. The arco mode enhances sensitivity to the bow, and the plucked response is extraordinarily percussive. In the pizz. mode the percussive attack is reduced for a smooth sustained response. Bass and Treble EQ controls, in combination with the Polar pickup options, provide tremendous tonal range.
An End Pin Stand is standard equipment with the CRT series. The fully adjustable mono-pod design allows the player to set the instrument in a position like that of an acoustic double bass. The point where the end pin touches the floor can be easily adjusted so that the weight of the instrument is centered over the tip. This balances the instrument leaving both hands free for expressive play. As with all NS Bass models, a tripod stand and strap system are available.
Standard 106 cm acoustic upright scale length is employed to insure that fingering and string tension will be very close to conventional instruments. The neck shape is traditional, except that the small body allows unrestricted access to the upper register of the fingerboard. A small brass button on the back of the neck provides a tactile reference for the traditional "D neck" position. Optional dot markers provide a subtle but effective intonation reference.
The exclusive Polar pickup has 2 modes of operation, "arco" and "pizzicato," that may be blended together. When blended equally (balance control centered) the response is similar to an acoustic upright. The arco mode enhances sensitivity to the bow, and the plucked response is extraordinarily percussive. In the pizz. mode the percussive attack is reduced for a smooth sustained response. Bass and Treble EQ controls, in combination with the Polar pickup options, provide tremendous tonal range.
An End Pin Stand is standard equipment with the CRT series. The fully adjustable mono-pod design allows the player to set the instrument in a position like that of an acoustic double bass. The point where the end pin touches the floor can be easily adjusted so that the weight of the instrument is centered over the tip. This balances the instrument leaving both hands free for expressive play. As with all NS Bass models, a tripod stand and strap system are available.
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Properties
DIMENSIONS
LENGTH 132cm
(52")WIDTH 15cm (6")
THICKNESS 10cm (4")
WEIGHT (instrument only) 4.8 kg (10.5 lbs)
SCALE LENGTH 106 cm (41.73")
WEIGHT (w/ stand & gig bag) 8.2 kg (18 lbs)
CONSTRUCTION Solid rock maple body and neck, with a flame maple face. The neck has a traditional profile. A small brass pin on the back of the neck indicates thumb position.
FINISH Amber stain with clear satin polymer topcoat
TUNING MACHINES Schaller 20:1 ratio, fully-encased worm gear tuners, black finish
TRUSS ROD Powerful truss rod allows positive relief to provide optimal action.
FINGERBOARD Hand graduated ebony fingerboard. Fingering/intonation referenced with cascading dot markers.
BRIDGE Black phenolic; radius 7.9 cm (3.1"); string spacing 9.3 cm (3.66"); adjustable height.
STRINGS The CRT is equipped with D'Addario Helicore Strings. This instrument is compatible with most standard upright bass strings.
BRIDGE PICKUPS The Polar directional piezo pickup system responds selectively to either lateral string vibration (for arco, dynamic bowing, and a percussive plucked sound) or vertical string vibration (for the sustained plucked/pizzicato sound). A balance control allows the player to set the level of each mode as desired.
ELECTRONICS, MIXERS & CONTROLS
Top knob to bottom knob:
· Volume
· Pickup balance
· Counterclockwise - vertical mode (pizzicato)
· Clockwise - lateral mode (arco)
· Treble EQ
· Bass EQ
STANDS
ENDPIN STAND (standard) The End Pin Stand provides a conventional position and feel for acoustic players. Chrome-plated steel, fully adjustable, mono-pod design folds for easy storage and fits in gig bag.
TRIPOD STAND (optional) Chrome-plated steel, fully adjustable, self-standing tripod design folds for easy storage and fits in gig bag.
SHOULDER STRAP SYSTEM (optional): The Shoulder Strap System provides the bassist full walking mobility, comfortable for both arco and pizzicato techniques.
CASES
GIG BAG (standard): Padded tube, 137 cm (54") long; 18cm (7") in diameter. 8.2 kg (18 Ib) loaded weight, including tripod stand, handle and shoulder strap.
FLIGHT CASE (optional): Aluminum edged plywood, 145 cm (57") long; 25cm (10") wide. 25cm (10") high; 22 kg (48 Ib) loaded weight, including stand.
LENGTH 132cm
(52")WIDTH 15cm (6")
THICKNESS 10cm (4")
WEIGHT (instrument only) 4.8 kg (10.5 lbs)
SCALE LENGTH 106 cm (41.73")
WEIGHT (w/ stand & gig bag) 8.2 kg (18 lbs)
CONSTRUCTION Solid rock maple body and neck, with a flame maple face. The neck has a traditional profile. A small brass pin on the back of the neck indicates thumb position.
FINISH Amber stain with clear satin polymer topcoat
TUNING MACHINES Schaller 20:1 ratio, fully-encased worm gear tuners, black finish
TRUSS ROD Powerful truss rod allows positive relief to provide optimal action.
FINGERBOARD Hand graduated ebony fingerboard. Fingering/intonation referenced with cascading dot markers.
BRIDGE Black phenolic; radius 7.9 cm (3.1"); string spacing 9.3 cm (3.66"); adjustable height.
STRINGS The CRT is equipped with D'Addario Helicore Strings. This instrument is compatible with most standard upright bass strings.
BRIDGE PICKUPS The Polar directional piezo pickup system responds selectively to either lateral string vibration (for arco, dynamic bowing, and a percussive plucked sound) or vertical string vibration (for the sustained plucked/pizzicato sound). A balance control allows the player to set the level of each mode as desired.
ELECTRONICS, MIXERS & CONTROLS
Top knob to bottom knob:
· Volume
· Pickup balance
· Counterclockwise - vertical mode (pizzicato)
· Clockwise - lateral mode (arco)
· Treble EQ
· Bass EQ
STANDS
ENDPIN STAND (standard) The End Pin Stand provides a conventional position and feel for acoustic players. Chrome-plated steel, fully adjustable, mono-pod design folds for easy storage and fits in gig bag.
TRIPOD STAND (optional) Chrome-plated steel, fully adjustable, self-standing tripod design folds for easy storage and fits in gig bag.
SHOULDER STRAP SYSTEM (optional): The Shoulder Strap System provides the bassist full walking mobility, comfortable for both arco and pizzicato techniques.
CASES
GIG BAG (standard): Padded tube, 137 cm (54") long; 18cm (7") in diameter. 8.2 kg (18 Ib) loaded weight, including tripod stand, handle and shoulder strap.
FLIGHT CASE (optional): Aluminum edged plywood, 145 cm (57") long; 25cm (10") wide. 25cm (10") high; 22 kg (48 Ib) loaded weight, including stand.
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