At the heart of the rich, powerful sound of the NS Design Violin - the preeminent solid body, electric violin on the market today - is the innovative Polar™ Pickup System, which is able to selectively capture the string vibration favored for both bow and pizzicato technique with stunning brilliance and sensitivity. 

The violinist who prefers the elegant tone of a fine acoustic will not be disappointed, and for those who wish to explore new sonic territory, the sky really is the limit. Its direct amplification and recording capabilities will allow the violinist to experience the vast range of electronic and amplified performance opportunities, yet continue to savour the essence and timeless magic of the violin.

The NS Violin is available in both 4 and 5 string configurations in the luxurious CR Series and the battery-free, active NXTa Series. Both styles offer a radical, new fretted option which adds yet more colour to the forward thinking violinist's tonal palette. NS performance quality is also available in the affordable WAV Series, with a choice of three striking colour options.

Freedom of expression is the guiding principal behind the NS Design Viola. Now the violist can shed the constraints of the acoustic instrument, and enjoy full, rich, powerful sound from a smaller sized viola that is very comfortable to play.

The 4-string NS Viola - available in CR and NXT Active variants - has all the electronic and structural features of the NS Violin, but voiced significantly lower, providing a full bass response not possible with an acoustic viola. Perfect for stage and studio and the rigorous demands of modern high-fidelity performance  the violist can set the Polar pickup and on-board electronics for a convincing traditional sound, or to create exciting new sounds for both bow and pizzicato.

Cregan Montague
Divine Maggees

Laurie Anderson
King Crimson • Peter Gabriel

Jason Yang
Solo Artist

Melissa McGinley
Stereofidelics

Ken Ford
Bruno Mars • Chaka Khan • Solo

Hope Taylor
The Smithereens • Earl Slick

Exclusive UK representation and comprehensive stocks of all NS Design instruments and accessories at the Acoustic Centre, with the best prices in Europe.

Whilst we endeavour to satisfy orders for standard WAV and NTXa Series instruments direct from stock, customers are advised to allow 6-8 weeks for delivery for orders of custom and high-end CR and EU models.

NS Design CR4 4 String Violin

NS Design CR4 4 String Violin£2,555.00   £2,275.00

NS Design CR5 5 String Violin

NS Design CR5 5 String Violin£2,740.00   £2,575.00

NS Design CR4F 4 String Violin - Fretted

NS Design CR4F 4 String Violin - Fretted£2,740.00   £2,275.00

NS Design CR5F 5 String Violin - Fretted

NS Design CR5F 5 String Violin - Fretted£2,900.00   £2,575.00

NS Design NXT4a 4 String Violin

NS Design NXT4a 4 String Violin£1,465.00   £1,335.00

NS Design NXT5a 5 String Violin

NS Design NXT5a 5 String Violin£1,565.00   £1,475.00

NS Design NXT4a 4 String Violin - Fretted

NS Design NXT4a 4 String Violin - Fretted£1,630.00   £1,575.00

NS Design NXT5a 5 String Violin - Fretted

NS Design NXT5a 5 String Violin - Fretted£1,740.00   £1,675.00

NS Design WAV4 4 String Violin

NS Design WAV4 4 String Violin£640.00   £585.00

NS Design WAV5 5 String Violin

NS Design WAV5 5 String Violin£705.00   £675.00

NS Design CR4 4 String Viola

NS Design CR4 4 String Viola£2,730.00   £2,175.00

NS Design NXTa 4 String Viola

NS Design NXTa 4 String Viola£1,555.00   £1,525.00

NS Design Adjustable Chin Rest

NS Design Adjustable Chin Rest£109.00   £105.00

NS Design Balanced Shoulder Rest

NS Design Balanced Shoulder Rest£149.00   £135.00

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NS Design Composite Violin Bow

NS Design Composite Violin Bow£129.00   £125.00

NS Design Custom Shoulder Rest

NS Design Custom Shoulder Rest£55.00   £50.00

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Whilst we endeavour to satisfy orders for standard NS Design WAV and NTXa Series instruments direct from stock, customers are advised to allow 6-8 weeks for delivery for orders of custom and high end CR and EU Series models.