The Spector Icon NS-5 Bolt-On Black Gloss continues Spector’s legacy of high-performance bass craftsmanship with a sleek 5-string design built for modern players. Featuring the iconic fully curved NS body shape, this bass delivers exceptional comfort, balance, and resonance whether you’re performing live or tracking in the studio. Finished in a striking high-gloss black with premium gold hardware, the NS-5 combines timeless Spector aesthetics with aggressive modern appeal.
Crafted under the direction of the Spector Custom Shop, the Icon NS-5 Bolt-On is engineered for precision, stability, and effortless playability. Its alder body pairs with a strong 3-piece maple neck and smooth rosewood fingerboard for a responsive feel across all 24 frets. The extended 35″ scale length provides enhanced string tension and superior low-B definition, making it ideal for players who demand tight articulation and powerful low-end clarity. A brass nut, locking die-cast bridge, and sealed die-cast tuners ensure dependable tuning stability and sustain under demanding conditions.
Equipped with Aguilar DCB pickups and the acclaimed Aguilar OBP-2 active preamp, the NS Icon NS-5 delivers a bold, versatile voice capable of covering everything from modern rock and metal to funk, fusion, and studio session work. The intuitive control layout allows you to shape your tone with precision, offering deep lows, punchy mids, and articulate highs with ease. Combining premium components, iconic styling, and professional-grade tone, the Spector Icon NS-5 Bolt-On Black Gloss is built for bassists who expect uncompromising performance.
Specifications
- Model: Spector Icon NS-5 Bolt-On
- Finish: Black Gloss
- Body Wood: Alder
- Top Wood: None
- Neck Wood: 3-Piece Maple
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Scale Length: 35″
- Number of Frets: 24
- Inlays: Spector Crown Shape
- Nut Material: Brass
- Nut Width: 1.81″
- Pickups: Aguilar DCB
- Preamp System: Aguilar OBP-2
- Controls:
- Volume
- Blend
- Treble Cut/Boost
- Bass Cut/Boost
- Bridge: Locking Die-Cast
- Tuners: Sealed Die-Cast
- Hardware Color: Gold
- Finish Type: High Gloss
- Strings: Nickel Round Wound (.045–.130)
- Case: Not Included
