{"product_id":"ns-design-wav-contrebasse-electrique-noire-transparente-4-cordes-248609","title":"Wav - Electric Double Bass Transparent Black (4 Strings)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThe WAV Series: Access to the NS Design Universe Without Compromising on Essentials\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1990 by award-winning instrument designer \u003cstrong\u003eNed Steinberger\u003c\/strong\u003e, NS Design develops electric instruments that blend innovation and tradition to meet the needs of today's musicians. Within this philosophy, the \u003cstrong\u003eWAV series\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho Is This Electric Double Bass For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe NS Design WAV is aimed at musicians seeking an \u003cstrong\u003eaccessible\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eimmediate\u003c\/strong\u003e instrument without sacrificing quality craftsmanship and design. It is well suited for double bassists at the \u003cstrong\u003ebeginner to intermediate level\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegarding 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSound\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the WAV is the \u003cstrong\u003ePolar System piezo pickup\u003c\/strong\u003e, 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 \u003cstrong\u003ebow response\u003c\/strong\u003e, promotes a clearer attack, and helps achieve a more natural sense of control, particularly useful for working on bow consistency and articulation precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe electronics are deliberately \u003cstrong\u003epassive\u003c\/strong\u003e : no power supply needed, thus no battery constraints or maintenance. 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