NS Design WAV4 Viola - Black

The NS Design WAV Electric Viola is a cutting-edge instrument that blends traditional feel with modern innovation. Designed for players exploring amplified performance, it offers full-bodied tone, effortless playability, and advanced electronics—all in a sleek, lightweight design.

Innovative Pickup System for Dynamic Expression
At the heart of the WAV Electric Viola is the NS Polar Pickup System, which uniquely analyzes the direction of string vibration. This allows players to switch between enhanced bowed response and sustained pizzicato tones, making it ideal for classical, jazz, rock, and experimental styles. The passive electronics require no batteries, offering maintenance-free performance with high-fidelity sound.

Comfortable, Lightweight, and Performance-Ready
Crafted with a maple body and neck, the WAV viola is highly carved for reduced weight and optimal comfort. The slim neck, graduated ebony fingerboard, and wide nut spacing provide a smooth, modern playing experience. The removable body reference bout offers traditional position cues while allowing unrestricted access for advanced techniques.

Premium Materials and Player-Centric Design
The black-dyed maple bridge is height-adjustable for personalized setup, and the patented NS Design tuning system ensures precise, stable tuning with quick string changes. Available in both 4-string and 5-string configurations, the WAV Electric Viola is compatible with NS Electric Strings and most solid or stranded core violin strings.

Specifications:
Length: 540 mm (21.25″)
Width: 110 mm (4 5/16″)
Thickness: 65 mm (2 9/16″)
Scale Length: 330 mm (13″)
Body/Neck: Solid maple
Fingerboard: Graduated ebony, asymmetric relief
Bridge: Black-dyed maple, height adjustable
Pickup: NS Polar directional piezo system
Electronics: Passive circuit, volume and tone control
Tuning Hardware: NS Design precision tuning system
Strings: NS Electric Strings (compatible with solid/stranded core strings)
Finish Options: Multiple available

A forward-thinking electric viola that delivers natural tone, ergonomic comfort, and professional-grade performance for today’s modern string player.