Here for sale we have an NS Design WAV4 Radius Bass in Metallic Cobalt finish. An affordable version of Ned Steinberger's headless Radius design, this instrument was made in Indonesia in 2015 and features a bolt-on construction comprising a Straight Grain Maple body, one-piece Maple neck and 24 fret Ebony fingerboard. Black hardware is fitted, including the NS Patented Tuning System which is integrated into the body. A Custom EMG pickup is fitted in the middle position and the NS Polar piezo in the bridge. These are wired to an active on-board preamp with controls for master volume, pickup balance and independent pickup tone.
The Maple neck plays well, with the 'NS Radius' profile feeling somewhat like a rounded 'C' shape which promotes ergonomic thumb positioning in all registers. Substantial enough to sustain a firm grip whilst remaining slim enough for articulate playing, the profile feels well balanced and responsive in all positions. The Ebony fingerboard is pleasant under the fingers and adds a touch of luxury to the playing experience, whilst its 15" radius is practical for a wide range of styles and techniques. The Radius body design is supremely comfortable in both standing and seated positions, perfect for long gigs and practice sessions.
The Custom EMG Magnetic pickup installed in the middle position delivers a thick and full-bodied tone, perfect for filling out the low end in your mix. Lows are deep and rumbling, whilst the mids are punchy and clear. The NS Polar piezo pickup adds brightness and clarity to the sound, and with the on-board blend control helps to attain the perfect bass tone in a wide range of situations. Independent tone controls allow you to vary the sound right on the guitar, making this the perfect bass for a varied set.
Please be aware that for international buyers import fees are not included in our postage and packaging cost, this only covers the cost of the guitar being sent to you. Import fees will be charged by Customs upon the guitar's arrival in the recipient country. Due to Brexit, this also applies to EU buyers. We advise checking the total import cost with Customs as this is not information we are able to accurately provide.
NS Design WAV4 Radius Bass Metallic Cobalt 2015 Headless Electric Bass
Brand- NS Design
Model- WAV4 Radius Bass
Finish- Metallic Cobalt
Year- 2015
Made In- Indonesia
Body- Straight Grain Maple
Neck- Maple
Neck Profile- NS Radius
Fingerboard- Ebony
Fingerboard Radius- 15"
Frets- 24
Scale Length- 34"
Nut Width- 1.6"
Pickups- EMG Radius Custom Pickup (Middle), NS Polar Bridge-Mounted Piezo Pickup System (Bridge)
Controls- Active Preamp; Master Volume, Pickup Balance, Middle Tone, Bridge Tone
Our ID: 121082443720
Weight: 7.8lbs
Serial: W150336
Aesthetic Condition:
Headstock: Overall very good condition. Two very light chips are present to the edge of the metal headplate, on the bass side and the top edge. Any other markings to the headstock are difficult to discern.
Neck: Overall very good condition. Very light scratching to the rear of the neck is visible under direct light, as is common with high gloss finishes. Any other markings to the neck and fingerboard are difficult to discern.
Body: Overall very good condition. All aspects of the body show very light scratching under direct light, as is common with high gloss finishes. This is most notable to the bass side edge of the lower bout where a light dent is also present. Any other markings are difficult to discern.
Condition of Frets:
The frets demonstrate very light signs of use, not affecting playability. There is considerable material remaining for any fret work the new owner may wish to perform.
Current Set Up:
Truss Rod: Fully functional & adjustable. No truss rod tool included (hex 3/16")
Hardware: Fully functional with light signs of wear.
Structural: No concerns or issues to note.
Height of the string from the 12th Fret-2.5mm - Bass 3mm
Please be aware that the action on a guitar may move slightly in transit and this measurement is the current height.
Strings on Guitar - 45-100
Electrics:
Full working order. 9v battery not included.
Case & Accessories
NS soft case
Fully functional with light signs of wear. Truss rod tool not included.