Spector Icon NS-2 Black Cherry Gloss 4-String Bass Guitar

Quick Product Summary

The Spector Icon NS-2 brings the distinctive curves, feel and powerful active sound of the legendary NS design into an accessible professional 4-string bass. Its fully contoured alder body is topped with highly figured quilted maple in a striking Black Cherry Gloss finish, complemented by classic gold hardware and Spector Crown fingerboard inlays.

A custom-voiced Aguilar DCB Reverse P/J pickup set and Aguilar OBP-2 active preamp provide a versatile tonal platform, while the 34-inch scale, 24-fret rosewood fingerboard and three-piece maple neck deliver the familiar playing characteristics associated with Spector's NS family.

What Makes the Spector Icon NS-2 Special?

Designed with input from Spector's Custom Shop team in Woodstock, New York, the Icon NS-2 carries many of the visual and ergonomic details associated with considerably higher-priced Spector instruments. The fully curved alder body, quilted maple top, brass nut, Crown inlays and gold hardware give it an unmistakably premium NS appearance.

Its electronics package has been developed around custom-voiced Aguilar DCB pickups in a Reverse P/J configuration, partnered with the highly regarded Aguilar OBP-2 two-band active preamp. Independent volume and blend controls plus bass and treble boost/cut provide plenty of scope for moving between deep supportive lows, articulate fingerstyle tones and more aggressive, cutting bass sounds.

Who Is It For?

The Icon NS-2 is ideal for bassists looking for the classic Spector playing experience and active tonal flexibility without stepping into the company's higher-priced Euro or Custom Shop ranges.

Its punchy P/J configuration makes it suitable for rock, metal, funk, pop, fusion and contemporary session work, while the contoured body and 34-inch scale make it a versatile choice for gigging, recording and regular rehearsal use.

At A Glance

Feature	Details
Model	Icon NS-2 Bolt-On
Strings	4
Body	Alder
Top	Quilted Maple
Neck	3-Piece Maple
Fingerboard	Rosewood
Pickups	Aguilar DCB Reverse P/J
Preamp	Aguilar OBP-2
Scale	34"
Finish	Black Cherry Gloss
Hardware	Gold
Condition	New

What’s Included?

• Spector Icon NS-2 4-String Bass Guitar
• Spector Gig Bag

Technical Specifications

Body & Construction

• Body Shape: Spector NS
• Body Construction: Fully Curved Body
• Body Wood: Alder
• Top Wood: Quilted Maple
• Finish: Black Cherry Gloss
• Neck Joint: Bolt-On

Neck & Fingerboard

• Neck Wood: 3-Piece Maple
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Fingerboard Radius: 15.75"
• Scale Length: 34"
• Number of Frets: 24
• Inlays: Spector Crown
• Nut: Polished Brass
• Nut Width: 1.62"

Pickups & Electronics

• Pickups: Custom-Voiced Aguilar DCB
• Pickup Configuration: Reverse P / J
• Preamp: Aguilar OBP-2 Active 2-Band
• Controls: Volume, Blend, Treble Cut/Boost, Bass Cut/Boost

Hardware

• Hardware Colour: Gold
• Bridge: Locking Diecast
• Tuners: Sealed Diecast
• Control Knobs: Spector-Style
• Strings: Nickel Round Wound
• Factory String Gauges: .045 – .105

Power Requirements

The active Aguilar OBP-2 onboard preamp is designed to operate from a 9V battery.

No external power supply is required or included.

FAQs

Is the Spector Icon NS-2 an active bass?

Yes. It features an Aguilar OBP-2 active two-band preamp, providing onboard bass and treble boost or cut.

What pickups are fitted?

The 4-string Icon NS-2 uses custom-voiced Aguilar DCB pickups in a Reverse P/J configuration.

What does the Reverse P/J pickup configuration offer?

The split-coil-style pickup provides a strong, punchy foundation while the J-style pickup adds definition and character. The blend control allows the two to be mixed to suit different playing styles.

What controls does the bass have?

There are four controls: master volume, pickup blend, treble boost/cut and bass boost/cut.

Does the Black Cherry Gloss model have a quilted maple top?

Yes. The Black Cherry Gloss version features a figured quilted maple top over its alder body.

Is the neck through-body?

No. The Icon NS-2 uses a bolt-on three-piece maple neck. Players specifically looking for neck-through construction should consider Spector's corresponding neck-through ranges.

What scale length does it use?

The Icon NS-2 is a standard long-scale 4-string bass with a 34-inch scale length.

How many frets does it have?

It features 24 frets, providing a full two-octave range on each string.

What is the fingerboard made from?

The bass uses a rosewood fingerboard with Spector's distinctive Crown-shaped position inlays.

Does it have a brass nut?

Yes. A polished 1.62-inch brass nut is fitted, a feature closely associated with the traditional Spector specification.

Is a gig bag included?

Yes. A Spector gig bag is included with the Icon NS-2.

What styles of music is the Icon NS-2 suited to?

Its active Aguilar electronics and P/J pickup configuration make it highly versatile. It is particularly at home in rock, metal, funk, pop and modern studio applications but can readily be adjusted for many other styles.

What strings are fitted from the factory?

Spector specifies nickel round-wound strings in .045–.105 gauges.

How does the Icon NS-2 compare with higher-end Spector models?

The Icon NS-2 brings key Spector characteristics such as the curved NS body, brass nut, Crown inlays and active electronics into a more accessible bolt-on design. Higher-tier Spector models may use different construction methods, electronics and materials depending on the series.

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