This is a prototype bass made by NS Design in preparation for the re-release of the WAV4 and WAV5. You're getting a one-of-a-kind bass! As one of their top bass dealers, they gave me an exclusive opportunity to sell these unique basses before the new production models come out. This cool bass is 100% working, and comes with proper accessories.The TRANSPARENT BLACK Finish is a new color for NS Design, and it looks really slick - with a veneer top with grain that shows through the black, it's stealthy and cool. This is the only one I have in this color! This bass is brand new, but in an open box -- it's never been owned by a customer, but may have a couple of handling dings on it since it was examined and tested by the staff at NS Design. It was also opened in my shop to take the photos you see above.