NS
DESIGN
CR series
Electric Upright Bass Pete McGregor Music is authorised New Zealand dealer for N S
Design
Overview
The CR Series electric upright bass, with its exceptional
versatility and tone quality, is fast becoming an indispensable
tool for the serious bassist. The lean, solid-body CR Series bass
takes its place in a long history of fine instruments crafted in
the Czech Republic.
Available
in 4- and 5-string models, the CR Series is made from select maple
and ebony. The full scale fingerboard is graduated for consistent
response from note to note, with adjustable relief and bridge
height to suit all playing styles. Our Polar ™ bridge pickup
system combines great sound with directional sensitivity, for
a rich and expressive response to pizzicato and arco technique.
Additional EMG magnetic pickups expand the range to include classic
electric bass sounds.
According to Bass Player magazine,
the Czech made CR Series "boasts impeccable craftsmanship
from a country with a reputation for quality upright bass building.
It's clean aesthetics, excellent playability, and great sound
put it ahead of the pack."
Features MAPLE BODY AND NECK:
The body and neck of the CR Series Double Bass are crafted of solid
European hard maple, with a flame maple face. The neck has a traditional
upright shape, but with extended access to the upper register of the
fingerboard. The solid-body body design enhances sustain and clarity,
and is resistant to the effect of changes in temperature and humidity.
EBONY
FINGERBOARD: The seasoned ebony fingerboard is hand graduated to
insure that each note is even and buzz free. An adjustable truss
rod allows for precise relief adjustment for different strings and
playing style. Small dots across the neck provide accurate position
markers.
POLAR
BRIDGE PICKUP SYSTEM: The Polar pickups can sense either lateral
or vertical string vibration - or both! Set in the lateral mode,
the pickup has unparalleled sensitivity in the direction of the
bow. In the vertical mode, plucked notes are remarkably even and
sustained.
EMG
MAGNETIC PICKUPS: The low-impedance EMG pickups incorporate individually-adjustable
coils and neodymium magnets. Each coil is buffered separately for
a full sound quality with very low noise.
ACTIVE
EQ AND MIXER: Controls include volume, a blend control for magnetic
and piezo pickups, a toggle switch to select the mode of the Polar
pickup, and individual bass EQ & treble EQ controls. The 18
volt power supply insures plenty of reserve overhead for full dynamics.
ADJUSTABLE
BRIDGE: Two screws in the back of the body are used to adjust the
bridge up and down. This allows the instrument to be set up to meet
the requirements of many different playing styles.
Tripod
Stand - Supplied as
standard equipment, the Tripod Stand provides stable support, with
full height and tilt adjustment. The stand folds down to fit in the
gig bag.
Specifications: LENGTH:
132 cm (52") WEIGHT: 4.8 kg (10.5
lbs.) SCALE LENGTH: 106 cm
(41.73") STRINGS 4 or 5 (Low
B or high C) CONSTRUCTION:
Solid rock maple neck and body, flame maple face FINISH: Traditional
amber stain with clear semi-gloss polymer coating. FINGERBOARD: Macassar
Ebony; 43.1mm (1.7") wide at nut; 89.0mm (3.5") max. width. BRIDGE: Black phenolic;
radius 7.9cm (3.1") string spacing 81mm (3.19"). NUT: Macassar Ebony;
radius 7.9cm (3.1"); string spacing 30mm (1.19"). BRIDGE PICKUP- The Polar™
directional piezo pick-up system responds selectively to either vertical
vibration (for the sustained plucked sound, like an electric bass
guitar), or lateral vibration (for dynamic bowing, and a percussive
plucked sound). MAGNETIC PICKUPS -Low
impedance EMG™ magnetic pick-up system, with individually adjustable
coils, and low-noise, hum-canceling pre-amp. ELECTRONICS: 18 volt
active circuit by HAZ Laboratories. Mono output.
CONTROLS: (top to bottom) CR-4M &
CR-5M Volume Blend
magnetic pickup Blend Polar™ pickup
Treble EQ Bass EQ
TRUSS
ROD: Double rod design. Accessible at nut. TUNING
MACHINES: Schaller 20:1 ratio, fully encased worm gear tuners; black
finish. STRINGS:
Compatible with most standard upright bass strings. Specially designed
D'Addario stainless steel flatwound strings standard. STAND: TRIPOD STAND (standard): Chrome-plated steel,
fully adjustable, standing tripod design. Weight 3.2 kg (7 lbs.) CASE
GIG BAG: (standard) Padded tube with handle and shoulder
strap, 137 cm (54") long; 18 cm (7") in diameter. Loaded
weight is 8.2 kg (18 Ibs.), including stand. Fits in the overhead
luggage compartment of most commercial aircraft.
Pete McGregor Music
is New Zealand agent for NS Design products
POLICY:
Pricing:
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Shipping:
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Unless otherwise requested shipping is by courier post for smaller
items or TNT or UPS for large items
Shipments will be sent within 3 working days of order being placed.
If goods are not in stock at time of order you will be notified
by email and you not be charged until goods are available.
In all cases there is a tracking system for keeping track of parcels
in the system. You will be allocated a track and trace number by
email.
Charging:
Your card will be charged the amount including freight shown in
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If goods are not in stock at time of order you will be notified
by email and you not be charged until goods are available.
In this case a deposit of 15% will be charged to confirm order,
then balance on completion of order.
Returns:
should you not be completely satisfied with your purchase please
return by insured mail to Pete McGregor Music (address below) for
complete refund. Strings must be unopened for refund. Please include
original order details with returns for accurate refund.
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MAPLE BODY AND NECK:
The body and neck of the CR Series Double Bass are crafted of solid
European hard maple, with a flame maple face. The neck has a traditional
upright shape, but with extended access to the upper register of the
fingerboard. The solid-body body design enhances sustain and clarity,
and is resistant to the effect of changes in temperature and humidity.
