Spector Icon NS-2 Neck Thru Purple Cherry
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Spector Icon NS-2 Neck Thru Purple Cherry
Description
Quick Product Summary
The Spector Icon NS-2 Neck Through brings one of Spector's most defining construction methods into the Icon Series, combining the unmistakable curved NS body shape with a continuous three-piece maple neck running through the instrument.
Finished in striking Purple Cherry over a highly figured quilted maple top, this 4-string bass features alder body wings, an Indian rosewood fingerboard, Aguilar DCB Reverse P/J pickups and an Aguilar OBP-2 active preamp. Gold hardware, Spector Crown inlays and a polished brass nut complete the premium specification.
What Makes the Spector Icon NS-2 Neck Through Special?
Neck-through construction has been central to Spector's identity since the company's earliest instruments. By running the maple neck continuously through the body, the Icon NS-2 Neck Through is designed to provide excellent resonance, sustain and a connected playing feel across the entire instrument. Its sculpted NS body is complemented by a quilted maple top and translucent Purple Cherry gloss finish that highlights the figuring underneath.
The electronics are equally performance-focused. Custom-voiced Aguilar DCB pickups are arranged in Spector's Reverse P/J configuration and paired with an Aguilar OBP-2 two-band active preamp. Volume and blend controls sit alongside active bass and treble boost/cut, giving the player plenty of control over everything from deep, rounded bass sounds to articulate modern tones.
Who Is It For?
The Icon NS-2 Neck Through is ideal for bassists who want the feel and sustain associated with traditional Spector neck-through construction without moving into the company's higher-priced ranges.
Its active Aguilar electronics and versatile P/J pickup configuration make it particularly well suited to rock, metal, funk, pop, fusion, modern worship, session work and contemporary studio applications.
At A Glance
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Icon NS-2 Neck Through |
| Strings | 4 |
| Finish | Purple Cherry High Gloss |
| Top | Quilted Maple |
| Body Wings | Alder |
| Neck | 3-Piece Maple Neck-Through |
| Fingerboard | Indian Rosewood |
| Pickups | Aguilar DCB Reverse P/J |
| Preamp | Aguilar OBP-2 |
| Scale | 34" |
| Hardware | Gold |
| Condition | New |
What’s Included?
- Spector Icon NS-2 Neck Through 4-String Bass Guitar
- Spector Gig Bag
Technical Specifications
Body & Construction
- Body Shape: Spector NS
- Construction: Neck-Through
- Body Wings: Alder
- Top Wood: Highly Figured Quilted Maple
- Finish: Purple Cherry
- Finish Type: High Gloss
- Orientation: Right-Handed
Neck & Fingerboard
- Neck Wood: 3-Piece Maple
- Construction: Neck-Through-Body
- Fingerboard: Indian Rosewood
- Scale Length: 34"
- Number of Frets: 24
- Fret Type: Standard Jumbo
- Inlays: Spector Crown Shape
- Nut Material: Polished Brass
- Nut Width: 1.62"
Pickups & Electronics
- Neck Pickup: Aguilar DCB
- Bridge Pickup: Aguilar DCB
- Pickup Configuration: Reverse P/J
- Preamp: Aguilar OBP-2 Active 2-Band
- Controls: Volume, Blend, Treble Cut/Boost, Bass Cut/Boost
- Electronics: Active
Hardware
- Hardware Colour: Gold
- Bridge: Locking Diecast
- Tuners: Sealed Diecast
- Control Knobs: Spector-Style
- Factory Strings: Nickel Roundwound
- String Gauges: .045 – .105
Power Requirements
The Aguilar OBP-2 active preamp operates from a 9V battery.
No external power supply is required and no power supply is included.
FAQs
Is the Spector Icon NS-2 Purple Cherry a neck-through bass?
Yes. The three-piece maple neck runs continuously through the body, with alder wings forming the outer sections of the instrument.
What advantage does neck-through construction offer?
Neck-through construction creates a continuous structural connection from the neck into the body, contributing to strong resonance, sustain and smooth access to the upper register.
Does the Purple Cherry model have a quilted maple top?
Yes. The Purple Cherry version features a highly figured quilted maple top over alder body wings.
What pickups are fitted?
It uses custom-voiced Aguilar DCB pickups in a Reverse P/J configuration.
What preamp does it use?
The Icon NS-2 Neck Through features an Aguilar OBP-2 active two-band preamp.
What controls are fitted?
The control layout consists of master volume, pickup blend, active treble cut/boost and active bass cut/boost.
How many frets does it have?
The Icon NS-2 Neck Through has 24 standard jumbo frets, providing a full two-octave range on each string.
What scale length does it use?
It uses a standard 34-inch long scale.
What is the fingerboard made from?
The fingerboard is Indian rosewood and features Spector's signature Crown-shaped position inlays.
Does it have a brass nut?
Yes. A polished 1.62-inch brass nut is fitted.
What hardware colour is used?
The Purple Cherry model is fitted with gold hardware, including the locking bridge and sealed tuning machines.
Is the preamp battery powered?
Yes. The Aguilar OBP-2 is powered by a 9V battery.
Is a gig bag included?
Yes. A Spector gig bag is included.
What styles of music is it suitable for?
The combination of Reverse P/J pickups and active two-band EQ makes it extremely versatile, with enough low-end authority and clarity for rock, metal, funk, pop, fusion and modern studio work.
How does it differ from the Icon NS-2 Bolt-On?
The principal difference is construction. The Bolt-On model uses a separately attached neck, while this version uses a continuous neck-through design. The Neck Through version also features a quilted maple top across all available finishes.
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