Now you can tap, strum, pick, pluck, even play open strings,
on one instrument.
Our 8-string stereo multi-mode instrument is a
collaboration between Emmett Chapman (creator of the Stick) and Ned
Steinberger (creator of the NS Double Bass, Bass Cello and many other
instruments). Designed to optimize both two-handed tapping, and conventional
guitar and bass techniques, this instrument incorporates a number of ideas from both
The Stick (the tapping fretboard) and the Steinberger bass (knee
rest and headless design), as well as some completely new ideas, like a patented
retractable damper, and unique side-saddle bridge and nut height adjustment screws.
The instrument has a laminated bamboo neck, with our distinctive Stick rear bevel, and a choice of beautiful hardwoods with a "soft finish" so the player can really feel the wood. Choose from natural wood colors or several penetrating dyes and stains, at no extra charge (click images below for larger color samples).
Walnut NS/Stick™, natural finish
8-string 34" scale multi-mode guitar/bass
4 Active EMG pickups
Dark bamboo neck with Rails™ tapping frets
Ash NS/Stick™
8-string 34" scale multi-mode guitar/bass
4 Active EMG pickups
Dark bamboo neck with Rails™ tapping frets
