NS Design 2Ns Cr4B Ams

A Radius conceived as a "new classic" at NS Design

Made in the Czech Republic, the Radius Bass exemplifies NS Design's approach: reinventing the electric bass with innovative solutions without sacrificing musicality. Every detail has been rethought by Ned Steinberger to create an instrument that is modern, reliable, and immediately familiar in hand, with a refined finish and a true sense of "useful design."

For which bassists and styles?

This 4-string bass is aimed at intermediate to advanced bassists seeking a comfortable, precise instrument capable of covering many contexts: studio, stage, pop, rock, funk, fusion, contemporary music, and more nuanced playing thanks to the piezo. The long scale provides sustain and clarity, ideal for chords, fast lines, and well-defined lows.

Sound

The combination of a maple body and flamed maple top promotes a quick response, sharp attack, and excellent clarity, particularly useful for articulated lines and precise playing. On the electronics side, the magnetic pickups (a collaboration between EMG and NS Design) deliver a solid, present sound that is easy to place in a mix, while the Polar piezo sensor adds a more acoustic dimension, rich in dynamics and detail. The piezo/magnetic balance allows switching from a modern, punchy tone to a more "woody" texture, and the active bass/treble EQ quickly refines the tone according to style.

Recommended compatible accessories

This Radius Bass comes with a high-density deluxe gig bag, ideal for daily transport and protection.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	Hybrid	Electronics	Active
Left handed	No	Electroacoustic	Yes
Strings	Steel	Color	Brown
Nbr of strings	4	Finishing	Satin
Nbrs of frets	24	Hardware	Black
Bridge / tailpiece	Fixed

Type	4-string electric bass	Bridge	exclusive bridge with aluminum nut and piezo sensor
Wood	maple	Pickups	magnetic pickups from a collaboration between EMG and NS Design
Top	flamed maple	Piezo	Polar piezo sensor with 3-position selector
Finish	AMS (Amber satin)	Selectors	3-position magnetic pickup selector, piezo mode selector
Fingerboard	ebony	Controls	master volume, active treble EQ, active bass EQ, piezo/magnetic balance
Frets	24 frets	Manufacturing location	Czech Republic
Scale length	34" / 864 mm	Case/gig bag	high-density deluxe gig bag
Tuners	NS Design's exclusive patented system, tuning keys located at the bridge