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Players in search of the ultimate bass guitar can officially stop looking. The Spector USA NS-2 4-string bass offers world-class tonewoods, state-of-the-art Aguilar pickups, and supple playability dressed in a visually appealing package that’s available only at Sweetwater. Its iconic NS-shaped body is constructed from ash and a walnut burl top. Meanwhile, the 3-piece neck-through maple neck and ziricote fingerboard feel at home in your fretting hand. Plug in, and Aguilar pickups and preamp reward you with clean, punchy tones fit for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a comfortable bass, amazing tones, or visual appeal, the Spector USA NS-2 delivers the goods on all counts.





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Head-turning tonewoods





Spector enlisted elite tonewoods and a neck-through design when constructing this USA NS-2. It all starts with a 3-piece maple neck, which sets you up for seriously impressive sustain. Then, Spector attaches ash body wings on either side to boost resonance. The body is finished with an attention-grabbing walnut burl top. Last but definitely not least, the USA NS-2 showcases an exotic ziricote fingerboard and roasted maple inlays.





Sculpt your sound with Aguilar electronics





Your new USA NS-2 is equipped with two Aguilar pickups and an onboard preamp. An Aguilar DCB M4 humbucker in the bridge pumps out thick, heavy tones. In the neck position, you’ll find a DCB 4P split-coil pickup for vintage-style thump and clarity. Both pickups run through a low-noise Aguilar OBP-3 preamp. You can shape the tone with a 3-band active EQ and push-pull midrange frequency selector. All told, the USA NS-2’s Aguilar formidable electronics package will take your bass’s voice to the next level.





The iconic NS body shape





In 1997, Spector teamed with Ned Steinberger to develop a comfortably contoured NS body design. Simply put, the body shape is built with bassists in mind. There are no hard edges to irritate your forearm and cause discomfort. Plus, the NS body design is incredibly well-balanced while playing ? both sitting and standing. Spector’s NS body has been championed by iconic bassists, including Garry Tallent, Ian Hill, Rudy Sarzo, and countless others. Whatever your playing style, the Spector USA NS-2’s comfortable design takes your playing experience to the next level.





Spector USA NS-2 Bass Guitar Features:


NS body shape promotes playing comfort


Walnut burl top adds an eye-catching look to this axe


Ash body wings supply a resonant tonal foundation


Neck-through construction boosts resonance and overall instrument stability


3-piece maple neck and ziricote fingerboard offer superb playability


Aguilar active pickups and preamp deliver perfectly sculpted tones


Spector locking bridge enhances sustain and note definition