Ned Steinberger, inventor of the headless bass, has unveiled his new NS Design Fin bass at the Mannheim Guitar Summit in Germany. These multiscale instruments are available in 6-string configurations and combine cutting-edge carbon fiber construction with innovative electronics to deliver unparalleled sonic performance for the modern musician.

Key features of the NS Fin Bass include:

• All-carbon fiber construction for extended sustain, brilliant harmonics, and bold low-end response.
• Lightweight ergonomic design – Guitar weighs just 5½ lbs., bass only 8 lbs., with perfect balance.
• Modular pickup configuration allows any combination of humbucking and single-coil pickups.
• Revolutionary Activator™ circuit by Mi-Si™ with supercapacitor power and up to 12dB boost.
• Fulcrum™ tuning system features a patented self-clamping mechanism for quick string changes.
• The scale length ranges for the guitar and bass – Guitar: low E string 26 inches, high E string 25 inches. Bass: low E string 35.3 inches, high C string 32.7 inches.
• Multiscale fretboard provides optimized string tension and intonation for enhanced playability.

NS Design’s Fin Bass is priced at $9,500 USD.

They are available in a limited-edition run of 12 each, made in USA from 100% carbon fiber.

For more visit thinkns.com.