Tanglewood Northstar NS1BK Electric Guitar – Black Gloss

Tanglewood Northstar NS1BK Electric Guitar – Black Gloss

The Tanglewood Northstar NS1BK is a straightforward, good-looking electric guitar that makes a lot of sense for beginners, students and players who want a simple S-style guitar without spending silly money.

It has the familiar double cutaway body shape, three single coil pickups, a comfortable bolt-on maple neck and a clean black gloss finish. Nothing too complicated, nothing overdone — just a classic layout that gives you plenty of usable sounds and an easy platform to learn on.

At this price point, that is exactly what you want from an electric guitar: something comfortable, reliable and versatile enough to cover the basics properly.

What Does It Actually Sound Like?

With three ceramic single coil pickups, the NS1BK gives you the bright, clear tone you would expect from this style of guitar.

It can handle clean rhythm parts, indie-style chords, bluesy lead lines, funkier playing and classic rock tones with the right amp settings. The single coils give it a bit more sparkle and snap than a humbucker guitar, so it works well if you want clarity and definition rather than a thick, heavy sound.

It is not trying to be a high-gain metal guitar. If that is your main thing, you may prefer something with humbuckers. But for general playing, lessons, practice, pop, rock, blues and clean sounds, this setup is very useful.

How Does It Feel to Play?

The double cutaway body gives easy access up the neck, and the bolt-on maple neck keeps the feel familiar and comfortable. The 650mm scale length and 42mm nut width are very standard for this style of electric guitar, so it should feel natural if you have played similar guitars before.

The caramel maple fingerboard gives it a clean look, especially against the black gloss body and black pickguard. With 21 frets and a simple control layout, it is an easy guitar to get around without feeling intimidating.

For a beginner, that matters. A guitar that feels awkward usually ends up staying in the corner. This one is built around a comfortable, familiar shape that encourages you to keep picking it up.

Who Is It For?

This is a good choice for beginners buying their first electric guitar, students moving on from a starter instrument, or anyone who wants an affordable spare electric for home, lessons or rehearsal.

It also suits players who specifically want a classic three single coil setup. If you are after bright cleans, jangly rhythm tones and a lighter, more responsive electric guitar sound, the NS1BK is a sensible option.

If you want a heavier rock or metal sound straight away, look at a humbucker-equipped guitar instead. But if you want a versatile electric that covers a lot of everyday playing styles, this is a very solid place to start.

Key Features

Tanglewood Northstar series electric guitar
Classic double cutaway body shape
Solid black gloss finish
Poplar body
Bolt-on maple neck with Roseacer stripe
Caramel maple fingerboard
21 frets
Three ceramic single coil pickups
1 volume and 2 tone controls
Chrome die-cast machine heads
Chrome bridge hardware
Black pickguard and back plate
650mm scale length
42mm nut width
Factory fitted with .010–.046 gauge strings
Good choice for beginners, students and general electric guitar use
SKU: NS1BK
UPC: 819907025944

Specifications

Brand: Tanglewood
Range: Northstar
Model: NS1BK
Type: Electric Guitar
Body Shape: Double Cutaway
Body Material: Poplar
Neck Material: Maple with Roseacer Stripe
Neck Joint: Bolt-On
Fingerboard: Caramel Maple / Maple
Number of Frets: 21
Nut: ABS White
Nut Width: 42mm
Scale Length: 650mm
Position Markers: 3mm Black Dot
Machine Heads: Chrome Die Cast
Bridge: Chrome
Pickguard: Black
Back Plate: Black
End Pin: Chrome
Strap Pin: Chrome
Jack Socket: Chrome
Pickups: 3 x Ceramic Single Coil
Controls: 1 x Volume, 2 x Tone
Control Knobs: Black Plastic
Truss Rod: 2-Way, Adjust at Head
Strings: .010–.046 Gauge
Finish: Black Gloss
SKU: NS1BK
UPC: 819907025944

Dimensions

Nut Width: 42mm
Width at 14th Fret: 54mm
Scale Length: 650mm
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: 20.5mm
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: 22mm
Upper Bout Width: 282mm
Lower Bout Width: 324mm
Waist Width: 232mm
Body Depth: 43mm
Body Length: 402mm
Overall Length: 992mm

What’s Included

1 x Tanglewood Northstar NS1BK Electric Guitar – Black Gloss

Not Sure If This Is the Right Guitar?

If you are buying your first electric guitar and want something versatile, comfortable and easy to understand, the NS1BK is a sensible choice.

The three single coil pickups make it especially good for clean tones, blues, pop, indie, funk and general rock playing. If you want heavier sounds, you can still use it with distortion, but a humbucker guitar may give you a thicker tone.

If you are unsure whether to choose single coil or humbucker pickups, get in touch and we will help you compare the options.