For Sale: 2022 Spector USA NS-5XL – Purple Reverse Burst | Maple Burl Top | Darkglass | OHSC | MINT

Up for sale is a 2022 Spector USA NS-5XL in the stunning Purple Reverse Burst finish, complete with its original Spector TSA hard-shell case.

This is an absolutely top-tier USA-built Spector featuring premium custom-shop level woods, modern high-performance electronics, and exceptional craftsmanship throughout. Built with a chambered swamp ash body, highly figured maple burl top, neck-through construction, and an incredible Pale Moon Ebony fingerboard, this bass is as visually impressive as it is sonically powerful.

Loaded with EMG 40DCX pickups and a Darkglass Tone Capsule preamp, this NS-5XL delivers massive clarity, punch, and articulation while still retaining the unmistakable Spector growl and feel.

This is an exceptionally clean example and a very high-end professional instrument.

Condition

This bass is in mint condition (10/10).

It has clearly been extremely well cared for and shows virtually no wear to note. Please review all photos carefully for the most accurate representation of condition.

Everything is 100% original with no cracks, breaks, repairs, or modifications. The neck is straight, the frets are in excellent condition with no wear, and the bass plays flawlessly up and down the neck with no buzzing or dead spots. It has also been recently professionally set up and is ready to go.

The original Spector TSA hard-shell case is included.

Specifications

• Model: USA NS-5XL
• Year: 2022
• Serial Number: #610
• Weight: 8 lbs 12 oz
• Nut Width: 1.85"
• Neck Depth: .85" (1st fret), .93" (12th fret)
• Scale Length: 35"
• Neck Profile: Thin Neck Shape
• Construction: Neck-Thru
• Top Wood: Maple Burl
• Body Wood: Chambered Swamp Ash
• Finish: Purple Reverse Burst Matte
• Neck Wood: 3-Piece Maple
• Fingerboard: Pale Moon Ebony
• Side Dots: Blue Luminlay
• Pickups: EMG 40DCX
• Preamp: Darkglass Tone Capsule
• Bridge: Aluminum
• Tuners: Hipshot Ultra Lite
• Strap Locks: Dunlop Flush Mount
• Nut: Brass
• Hardware: Black
• Headstock Overlay: Matching Maple Burl
• Truss Rod Cover: Pale Moon Ebony
• Case: Original Spector TSA Hard-Shell Case

Electronics & Features

One of the standout features of this NS-5XL is the combination of EMG 40DCX pickups and the Darkglass Tone Capsule preamp. Together they provide exceptional clarity, tight low end, aggressive mids, and modern articulation while still maintaining the unmistakable Spector voice.

The chambered swamp ash body keeps the bass lightweight and resonant, while the maple burl top and Pale Moon Ebony appointments give it a very high-end boutique aesthetic.

Additional premium touches like the aluminum bridge, Hipshot Ultra Lite tuners, Luminlay side dots, and Dunlop flush-mount strap locks make this a true professional-level instrument in every respect.

Tone & Feel

This bass has an incredibly articulate and powerful sound with excellent low-end authority, punchy mids, and crystal-clear top end. It excels in modern rock, metal, fusion, progressive, gospel, studio work, and virtually any situation where clarity and definition are important.

The Darkglass Tone Capsule gives the bass a very usable modern EQ voice, while the EMGs keep the response tight, focused, and consistent across the entire fingerboard.

At only 8 lbs 12 oz, it is also impressively lightweight for a 5-string neck-through bass. The thin neck profile feels fast and comfortable, and the 35" scale keeps the low B string especially tight and defined.

Transparency & Photos

As with all Guitar Chimp listings, detailed photos are provided of the actual instrument. At the end of the photo set, you’ll find close-up images taken under direct lighting to highlight any wear. We don’t just describe the condition — we show it in detail so there are no surprises. Many customers tell us our basses often arrive in better condition than expected.

Why Buy From Guitar Chimp?

With over 18 years of experience, Guitar Chimp is trusted by players and collectors worldwide for high-quality, player-ready instruments.

Every instrument is thoroughly inspected and professionally set up by our in-house luthier.

We are experts at shipping and have safely shipped thousands of guitars and basses all over the world. Every instrument is professionally packed, fully insured, and shipped with signature confirmation.

Buy with confidence knowing your instrument will arrive safely and exactly as described.

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This 2022 Spector USA NS-5XL in Purple Reverse Burst is an absolutely killer high-end USA Spector with boutique-level woods, premium electronics, stunning looks, and incredible playability.

🎸 Jerald – Guitar Chimp
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