NS Design Wav - Electric Double Bass Transparent Black (4 Strings)

The WAV Series: Access to the NS Design Universe Without Compromising on Essentials

Founded in 1990 by award-winning instrument designer Ned Steinberger, NS Design develops electric instruments that blend innovation and tradition to meet the needs of today's musicians. Within this philosophy, the WAV series stands out for its deliberately streamlined approach: elegant aesthetics, direct handling, and everything needed to seriously explore the electric double bass. It serves as a coherent entry point into the NS Design range, with a focus on playability, stability, and reliable, simple, maintenance-free electronics.

Who Is This Electric Double Bass For?

The NS Design WAV is aimed at musicians seeking an accessible and immediate instrument without sacrificing quality craftsmanship and design. It is well suited for double bassists at the beginner to intermediate level looking for a versatile instrument to practice with headphones or amplification, as well as more experienced players needing a compact solution for concerts, tours, tight studios, or frequent rehearsals.

Regarding styles, its electric nature and piezo system make it comfortable in various contexts: contemporary music, jazz, pop, folk, film music, and of course classical repertoire work when the goal is to maintain a clean bow response. The ergonomics and easy access to the upper register also make it a good choice for those wishing to explore more melodic lines and advanced positions with greater comfort.

Sound

At the heart of the WAV is the Polar System piezo pickup, designed to take advantage of a key aspect of double bass playing: the way the string vibrates in different directions. By "reading" this vibration, the system improves bow response, promotes a clearer attack, and helps achieve a more natural sense of control, particularly useful for working on bow consistency and articulation precision.

The electronics are deliberately passive : no power supply needed, thus no battery constraints or maintenance. The high-impedance output is paired with simple controls: a volume and a tone control focused on treble attenuation to adjust brightness and soften overly sharp attacks depending on the amp, PA, or style. This simplicity serves musicality: less time spent "searching" for a sound and more time playing.

Playability also contributes to the sound: the asymmetric rosewood fingerboard is designed to require less effort during playing, while the height-adjustable bridge allows you to adapt the action to your right hand (pizzicato) and left hand, or find a comfortable compromise for alternating pizzicato and bowing.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

Each electric double bass has specific format and hardware characteristics depending on the manufacturer, so it is best to choose accessories (strings, bow, alternative gig bags, stands) based on exact dimensions and your playing setup. This NS Design WAV is already delivered with a gig bag and a tripod stand, covering the essentials to start immediately.

Technical specifications

Format	4/4	Fingerboard	Rosewood
Nbr of strings	4	Color	Black
Top	Maple

Type	electric double bass	Bridge	height-adjustable
Number of strings	4 strings	Configuration	4 strings
Body	maple	Pickup	Polar System piezo
Neck	maple	Electronics	passive circuit
Profile	traditional straight shape	Output	high impedance
Design	easier access to the upper register	Power supply	no power required
Markers	cascade dot pattern for precise position reference	Included	gig bag
Adjustment	adjustable truss rod	Dimensions	length 132 cm
Feature	asymmetric for less effort during playing	Weight	4.0 kg