11 best acoustic pickup fishmans

Product description

Toggle between warm acoustic tones and shimmering highs with an easily accessible Bright Switch. For unequalled sound quality, and ease of use it's hard to beat the performance of the Rare Earth pickups. Cutting-edge neodymium magnets provide excellent string-to-string balance while the pickup's active electronics keep the sound pure and clean. Easy installation with no alteration!

• Brand:FISHMAN
• Fishman is dedicated to helping musicians achieve the truest sound possible whenever they plug in.
• The Rare Earth Humbucking pickup has been carefully re-voiced and fine-tuned to offer an even smoother treble response than their popular, category-defining predecessors.
• Equipped with cutting-edge neodymium magnets, the new Rare Earth pickups offer a warmer, more naturally acoustic tone, along with exceptional accuracy and increased musicality.

User questions & answers

Question:	Has anyone had trouble with the single coil buzzing or any other kind of noise
Answer:	Single coil pickups are generally selected because of the unique clarity of the tone they produce, but the trade off is hum, this can be made worse when playing near a dimmer switch or fluorescent lighting, which leak energy, even a bad cable can introduce... they easy remedy is to try to eliminate any sources of leaking electricity, but you may be happier by using a noise gate, which are a common pedal, and shuts of the guitar signal unless a preset amount of signal is present, this way the hum is only there when you are playing and would be less noticeable
Question:	is this the same as FSM PREP
Answer:	I am not familiar with the Prep102 but I have been using the Rare Earth in my '73 Martin D-35 and I am very happy with it.Loyal
Question:	Are the actual dimensions 0.5 x 2 x 3 inches? 3" seems not wide enough
Answer:	That's a typo in the shipping information. This pickup fits a standard-size sound hole (3 3/4 inch) nicely. I think the low end of the sound hole sizing would be around 3 1/2 inches. Nice product - sounds and looks good, and it clamps safely in place. I have several of these pickups, both active and passive, and I'm pleased with all of them.
Question:	I'd like to use this pickup with a classical guitar. Does it work with nylon strings
Answer:	This pickup is a magnetic pickup, which requires steel strings. It will not work on a nylon string guitar.

Product features

Fishman PRO-REP-102

Equipped with cutting-edge neodymium magnets, the new Rare Earth pickups offer a warmer, more natural acoustic tone, along with exceptional accuracy and increased musicality. The Rare Earth Humbucking pickup has been carefully re-voiced and fine-tuned to offer an even smoother treble response than their popular, category-defining predecessors.

Inspired

We love music, and we are continually inspired by musicians to create tools for them that in turn motivate us forward.

Performance

We are always striving to perform at our highest levels, delivering value and quality, and respecting our customers’ hard work and investment in our products.

Technology

Since the very beginning, Fishman has been about making intricate technologies workable for musicians. Harnessing them in ways that are functional, affordable, robust and repeatable.

A Letter from the President

Fishman is dedicated to helping musicians of all styles achieve the truest sound possible wherever and whenever they plug in. Our ongoing commitment to professional sound and quality has helped our company grow to become one of the industry leader in amplification, effects, and pickups for acoustic and electric instruments, MIDI control, and other product categories. The loyalty from our extended family of players, technicians, repair professionals, and instrument manufacturers, is really a result of our loyalty toward them. This bond goes beyond product alone, but also extends to our customer service, interaction and support.

After 35 years, you still have my promise that Fishman will always endeavor to be the best at what we do, but most importantly to make you sound your absolute best.

Thanks to all of you who have chosen Fishman. Have a great gig.

-Larry Fishman, President.

Product description

Replacement pickup for the Fishman Acoustic Matrix Natural pickup system, narrow format (.094", 3/32", 2.3mm). Does not include preamp or endpin jack. Requires Matrix preamp (not included) to work correctly, will not work as a passive pickup. Pickup length 2 5/8".

• Replacement for Fishman Acoustic Matrix or Matrix Infinity pickups
• Narrow format (3/32", 2.3mm)
• Requires Fishman Matrix preamp (not included)
• Pickup length 2 5/8"

User questions & answers

Question:	what is total length of split format ? and string spacing
Answer:	I didn’t use the split format. Used the ellipse matrix blend with the narrow format under saddle pickup.
Question:	This pickup is the same as the one that comes with the fishman matrix infinity acoustic guitar pickup system, split format
Answer:	I broke my element pickup from matrix ellipse when installing and bought this and it worked perfectly I believe it is the same
Question:	Will this pickup work with the fish man f1 analog system installed in Martin guitars
Answer:	Hi I have not had any joy with this pickup on the f1, waste of money... I am taking the guitar to Martin in Melbourne to get it fixed professionally
Question:	Will this work with a Fishman Prefix preamp, or does it only work with the Matrix preamp that originally came with it
Answer:	Yes. The Prefix preamp shipped with the matrix pickup.

Product features

Fishman ACC-MAN-NPU

Replacement pickup for the Fishman Acoustic Matrix Natural pickup system, narrow format (.094", 3/32", 2.3mm). Does not include preamp or endpin jack. Requires Matrix preamp (not included) to work correctly, will not work as a passive pickup. Pickup length 2 5/8".

Inspired

We love music, and we are continually inspired by musicians to create tools for them that in turn motivate us forward.

Performance

We are always striving to perform at our highest levels, delivering value and quality, and respecting our customers’ hard work and investment in our products.

Technology

Since the very beginning, Fishman has been about making intricate technologies workable for musicians. Harnessing them in ways that are functional, affordable, robust and repeatable.

A Letter from the President

Fishman is dedicated to helping musicians of all styles achieve the truest sound possible wherever and whenever they plug in. Our ongoing commitment to professional sound and quality has helped our company grow to become an industry leader in amplification, effects, and pickups for acoustic and electric instruments, MIDI control, and other product categories. The loyalty from our extended family of players, technicians, repair professionals, and instrument manufacturers, is really a result of our loyalty toward them. This bond goes beyond product alone, but also extends to our customer service, interaction and support.

After 35 years, you still have my promise that Fishman will always endeavor to be the best at what we do, but most importantly to make you sound your absolute best.

Thanks to all of you who have chosen Fishman. Have a great gig.

-Larry Fishman, President.

Product description

This cousin of award-winning rare earth pickup shares the same neodymium magnet structure for exceptional string balance and brilliant acoustic clarity. Low-profile, high-impedance Neo-Ds design requires no battery.

• Neodymium magnet structure for exceptional rope balance and brilliant acoustic clarity. Low profile, high impedance design no battery needed. Easy untampered installation, plug and play right out of the box. Excellent balance from rope to rope and acoustic clarity. Fits sound holes as small as 3-7/8\" (98.5 mm) diameter

User questions & answers

Question:	Is this a Humbucking Pickup or single coil
Answer:	Single coil.
Question:	Will this work with nylon strings
Answer:	I have been using it with my Yamaha FG850 with steel strings. I have heard that they are not good with nylon strings. I do have a GC-series classical Yamaha and will see if it works with nylon strings the next time I am at my son's house (early February). In general, magnetic pickups do not work with nylon strings, so you will probably have to purchase an active pickup for classical guitars, or a piezo piezo pickup such as: https://www.amazon.com/NG-1-Piezo-Pickup-String-Guitar/dp/B00LTL0KLI/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=soundhole+pickup+for+nylon+strings&qid=1609795445&s=musical-instruments&sr=1-3 Sorry I could not be more definitive, but I will gladly check it out and post my results under the Fishman Neo-D Passive Soundhole pickup reviews in a few weeks.
Question:	will this work for an acoustic bass
Answer:	Perhaps for a live performance its perfect. One of the better models would be more appropriate for recording
Question:	Is it for a baby guitar?... the hole is 9cm
Answer:	I used it on my dreadnaught 12 string. I did put a black version into a 3/4 sized Guitar but had to modify one of the mountin tabs with a file for it to fit.

Product description

Our classic Under saddle ceramic guitar pickup. AG-Series pickups do not require a battery, but an impedance-matching preamp is recommended, for best performance. Available in a variety of widths and string spacing's.

• Brand:FISHMAN
• Fishman is dedicated to helping musicians achieve the truest sound possible whenever they plug in.
• Our classic Under saddle ceramic guitar pickup. AG-Series pickups do not require a battery, but an impedance-matching preamp is recommended, for best performance.
•  Available in a variety of widths and string spacing's.
• Fishman’s piezo crystal passive under saddle pickup

User questions & answers

Question:	is it come with two under saddle or just one
Answer:	Comes with one, which you must choose the size when you order. You must determine the width of your bridge slot, then order the correct one. Also, I installed a preamp. Won't sound good without a preamp. I recommend you talk to a guitar tech and have him install the appropriate pickup, preamp, and then do a setup. If you install this yourself, the pickup will raise your bridge height and change your guitar playability, and he can fix this for you. I installed a preamp from GFS - (guitarfetish.com) - the preamp was GFS EAP-520 - and the Fishman pickup myself, and then took the guitar to a tech for a good setup. Good luck.
Question:	Why are there two pickups shown - one blue, one yellow
Answer:	I needed "narrow format" for my classical guitar, and I'm pretty sure the one I got was yellow. Judging by the picture, it looks like maybe the blue one is wider, as in "wide format". Maybe they put a blue coating on it to make it fit more snugly in a wider slot, but I'm not sure. That's a long way of saying "I don't know".
Question:	Fishman AG-094 - passive narrow show there are two Blue & Red and the Jack? or only one
Answer:	I ordered this and got the red pickup and the jack. 094 narrow is the red one. I think the blue ones shown are different sizes that may be ordered.
Question:	what are the deminitions in mm
Answer:	Don't know, but it fit my 6 string guitar

Product features

Fishman Pro-AG0-094

Our classic undersaddle ceramic guitar pickup, AG-Series pickups do not require a battery and can be plugged directly into the amp of your choice. AG-Series pickups’ performance can be greatly enhanced with the use of an impedance-matching preamp such as our Platinum Stage, Platinum Pro EQ or Powerjack.

Inspired

We love music, and we are continually inspired by musicians to create tools for them that in turn motivate us forward.

Performance

We are always striving to perform at our highest levels, delivering value and quality, and respecting our customers’ hard work and investment in our products.

Technology

Since the very beginning, Fishman has been about making intricate technologies workable for musicians. Harnessing them in ways that are functional, affordable, robust and repeatable.

A Letter from the President

Fishman is dedicated to helping musicians of all styles achieve the truest sound possible wherever and whenever they plug in. Our ongoing commitment to professional sound and quality has helped our company grow to become an industry leader in amplification, effects, and pickups for acoustic and electric instruments, MIDI control, and other product categories. The loyalty from our extended family of players, technicians, repair professionals, and instrument manufacturers, is really a result of our loyalty toward them. This bond goes beyond product alone, but also extends to our customer service, interaction and support.

After 35 years, you still have my promise that Fishman will always endeavor to be the best at what we do, but most importantly to make you sound your absolute best.

Thanks to all of you who have chosen Fishman. Have a great gig.

-Larry Fishman, President.

Product description

The Neo-Buster Humbucking from Fishman combines their popular Neo-D Humbucking pickup with a feedback-fighting soundhole cover to give you great sounding acoustic tone, even in your loudest performances. This humbucking magnetic soundhole pickup produces a warm and full sound while also greatly reducing hum and unwanted interference. It also shares the same neodymium magnet structure as the award-winning Rare Earth pickup for exceptional string balance and incredible acoustic clarity. Its low-profile, high impedance design needs no battery. When you need to play in high-volume situations, the integrated soundhole cover reduces the build-up of energy inside the guitar that often leads to uncontrollable howling. Made of a flexible elastomer that will not react with most finishes, it requires no tools for installation and fits most flat-top guitars with a 3-7/8 or 4 diameter soundhole.

• Neodymium humbucking magnet structure for warm humbucking tone and exceptional string balanceIntegrated feedback-buster for high-volume playingLow profile, high impedance design needs no batteryFlexible surround reduces howling in high volume situationsEasy installation with no alteration fits most standard acoustic guitars with 3-7/8 or 4 diameter soundholeTool-free installation
•  This humbucking magnetic soundhole pickup produces a warm and full sound while also greatly reducing hum and unwanted interference
• It also shares the same neodymium magnet structure as the award-winning Rare Earth pickup for exceptional string balance and incredible acoustic clarity
• Its low-profile, high impedance design needs no battery
•  When you need to play in high-volume situations, the integrated soundhole cover reduces the build-up of energy inside the guitar that often leads to uncontrollable howling

User questions & answers

Question:	I use dadario silk & steel strings. will this work with them since they aren't 100% steel
Answer:	I only use steel guitar strings so I don't know the answer to your question. Neo-buster humbusker is working ok. Howard (BO)
Question:	Does installation require removing the strings? How does it stay in the sound hole
Answer:	I was able to install mine without removing the strings, but I had to use a dremel tool and grind off rubber all the way around the outer edge, quite a bit in order to get it to fit into the sound hole. I would contact the seller after measuring the diameter of your guitar’s soundhole, to ensure that it will fit.
Question:	Does this work with nylon strings
Answer:	No, you need a piezo style pickup. This particular pickup also would not fit the mounting hole in any of my acoustic guitars.
Question:	Would this be good to record with using a USB audiobox
Answer:	Hey, yes the sound is amazing. Also, there is no noise. Real good reproduction of the entire sound spectrum of the guitar. You could go for this without a second thought. Also, the resonance is amazing.

Product features

Fishman PRO-NEO-FB2

The Neo-Buster Humbucking from Fishman combines our popular Neo-D Humbucking pickup with a feedback-fighting soundhole cover to give you great sounding acoustic tone, even in your loudest performances.This humbucking magnetic soundhole pickup produces a warm and full sound while also greatly reducing hum and unwanted interference. It’s low-profile, high impedance design needs no battery.

Inspired

We love music, and we are continually inspired by musicians to create tools for them that in turn motivate us forward.

Performance

We are always striving to perform at our highest levels, delivering value and quality, and respecting our customers’ hard work and investment in our products.

Technology

Since the very beginning, Fishman has been about making intricate technologies workable for musicians. Harnessing them in ways that are functional, affordable, robust and repeatable.

A Letter from the President

Fishman is dedicated to helping musicians of all styles achieve the truest sound possible wherever and whenever they plug in. Our ongoing commitment to professional sound and quality has helped our company grow to become one of the industry leader in amplification, effects, and pickups for acoustic and electric instruments, MIDI control, and other product categories. The loyalty from our extended family of players, technicians, repair professionals, and instrument manufacturers, is really a result of our loyalty toward them. This bond goes beyond product alone, but also extends to our customer service, interaction and support.

After 35 years, you still have my promise that Fishman will always endeavor to be the best at what we do, but most importantly to make you sound your absolute best.

Thanks to all of you who have chosen Fishman. Have a great gig.

-Larry Fishman, President.

Product description

This value-priced cousin of the Rare Earth pickup shares the same neodymium magnet structure for exceptional string balance and sparkling acoustic clarity. The Neo-D's low-profile, high-impedance design needs no battery. Available in Single Coil and Humbucking models. Easy installation with no alteration!

• The Neo-D’s low-profile, high-impedance design needs no battery.
• Easy installation with no alteration!

User questions & answers

Question:	is it a passieve or not
Answer:	Yes, it is passive. Fishman makes this neo-d passive with humbucker to help with slight humming noise that can potentially come from the pickup depending on your system and usage.Both work well, but if you are worried about stage noise coming from the pickup, etc, I would consider paying more for the humbucker version. However, it depends on your usage and needs. Of course, there are other Fishman pickups as well, but we would need to know more about your goals in order to help you pick up the right pickup. Please let us know if you need further assistance. Thanks!
Question:	How long is the cord
Answer:	the cord is 9.5 feet long.
Question:	Will it work with nylon strings
Answer:	These types of pickups will not work on nylon strings. It is a magnetic pickup so it can only sense the vibrations from metal objects. For nylon strings, use a piezo or transducer pickup instead. See this wikipedia excerpt for info: "A magnetic pickup consists of a permanent magnet with a core of material such as alnico or ceramic, wrapped with a coil of several thousand turns of fine enameled copper wire. The pickup is most often mounted on the body of the instrument, but can be attached to the bridge, neck or pickguard, as on many electro-acoustic archtop jazz guitars and string basses. The permanent magnet creates a magnetic field; the motion of the vibrating steel strings disturbs the field, and the changing magnetic flux induces a voltage in the coil. This signal is then carried to amplification or recording equipment via a cable. There may also be an internal preamplifier stage between the pickup and cable."
Question:	Can anyone comment on the process involved with running the cable through the guitar to make permamnent? Thx
Answer:	This is not the kind to drill a hole in your guitar and make it permanent. There other ones make to do that. My guitar is ventage made before they had built in pickups for this kind of guitar. It was strongly suggested not to drill a hole in it so I got this pick up. It works great for me and getting another one for my ventage 12 string. Whether you drill a hole in it depends of the quality of your guitar and age. If you do have it done I would suggest getting a profesional guitar tech do it. It is more involved than just drilling a hole in it. If you can afford it I would suggest getting one with the pick up built in from the factory. I got another guitar for places I don't want to take my good guitars to for $170 from a pawn shop and it sounds ok. So in short this one is not made to do that. there are several ones that are made to do that, and a professional guitar tech will be able to tell you which one will fit & work best in your guitar.

Product features

Fishman Neo-D Magnetic Soundhole

This cousin of the Rare Earth pickup shares the same neodymium magnet structure for exceptional string balance and sparkling acoustic clarity. The Neo-D’s low-profile, high-impedance design needs no battery.

Inspired

We love music, and we are continually inspired by musicians to create tools for them that in turn motivate us forward.

Performance

We are always striving to perform at our highest levels, delivering value and quality, and respecting our customers’ hard work and investment in our products.

Technology

Since the very beginning, Fishman has been about making intricate technologies workable for musicians. Harnessing them in ways that are functional, affordable, robust and repeatable.

Neo-D Soundhole Pickup Features:

- Neodymium magnet structure for exceptional string balance and sparkling acoustic clarity.

- Low profile, high-impedance design needs no battery.

- Easy installation with no alteration, plug and play right out of the box.

- Excellent string-to-string balance and acoustic clarity.

- Fits in soundholes as small as 3-7/8″ (98.5 mm) diameter.

Product description

Now you can add the power and sonic clarity of Fishman's renowned blending technology to your guitar, without any visible modification. The Ellipse Matrix Blend (voted "Favorite Acoustic Pickup " Guitar Player Magazine 2007 Player's Choice Awards) combines the world's best-selling under saddle pickup, the Fishman Acoustic Matrix, with the popular Ellipse Blend to give you incredible tone at your fingertips. With its flexible gooseneck condenser microphone and volume, blend, and phase controls, the Ellipse Matrix Blend makes it possible to have the best of both worlds when you play: the sparkling, transparent sound and control that our Acoustic Matrix pickup affords, complemented by the unique and expressive character that a microphone provides. And the Ellipse Blend gives your sound that extra depth without the need for major modification to your instrument. In fact, the Ellipse Blend is designed so that it's nearly invisible once installed, so it's you and your guitar that take center stage.

• Add the power and sonic clarity of Fishman’s renowned blending technology to your guitar, without any visible modification
• Combines the world’s best-selling undersaddle pickup, the Fishman Acoustic Matrix, with the popular Ellipse Blend, to give you incredible tone at your fingertips
• Flexible gooseneck condenser microphone, volume, blend, and phase controls
• Pickup Length: Standard pickup length of 2.65” will fit most guitars with 2.5” string spacings
• Soundhole: Accommodates most round soundholes from 3 7/8” to 4 1/8” in diameter
• Soundhole-mounted Mic Pickup
• Includes an Active Preamp and an Endpin Jack Complete Stereo System

User questions & answers

Question:	How is it installed? I can't tell from the picture. What is the difference between the wide format and the narrow format? Any difference in sound
Answer:	Yes
Question:	How does it mount
Answer:	Yes... narrow format.
Question:	Which one can I buy ? because there is a difference of shape of the mic, round one and square one in the photos
Answer:	I don’t know. I installed mine in my Taylor 314
Question:	Is this suitable for nylon strings? Thx
Answer:	I replaced the pickup in a '98 410. I called Fishman. They recommended the Narrow. It fit like a glove. It was so simple I did it myself. Screws lined up and everything.

Product features

Fishman Matrix Blend

The Ellipse Matrix Blend combines the world’s best-selling undersaddle pickup, the Fishman Acoustic Matrix, with the popular Ellipse Blend, to give you incredible tone at your fingertips.

With its flexible gooseneck condenser microphone, volume, blend, and phase controls, the Ellipse Matrix Blend makes it possible to have the best of both worlds when you play. The sparkling, transparent sound and control that our Acoustic Matrix pickup is complemented by the unique and expressive character of a microphone.

Fishman Ellipse soundhole-mounted control modules offer the highest level of onboard tone shaping available. Unobtrusive, yet within easy grasp, they are ergonomically designed for easy access to all functions.

Ellipse Matrix Blend Pickup & Preamp System Features:

- Super low-noise onboard preamp system

- Ergonomic soundhole-mounted design puts slider controls at your fingertips to maintain a natural playing position

- Features the world’s best-selling undersaddle pickup, the Acoustic Matrix

- Phase switch (feedback control)

- Custom-designed cardioid condenser mini-microphone with gooseneck mount and accessible mic/pickup blending, plus mic trim control

- Unique patent-pending neodymium magnetic mounting system for easy, solder-free installation

- Professional installation recommended

Inspired

We love music, and we are continually inspired by musicians to create tools for them that in turn motivate us forward.

Performance

We are always striving to perform at our highest levels, delivering value and quality, and respecting our customers’ hard work and investment in our products.

Technology

Since the very beginning, Fishman has been about making intricate technologies workable for musicians. Harnessing them in ways that are functional, affordable, robust and repeatable.

Product description

Tweaked to perform even better with modern acoustic guitar amplifiers, the matrix Infinity mic blend pickup and preamp system also adds a multi-position cardioid condenser mic capsule for increased “air” and tactile tone. Clear, transparent Fishman-quality tone and dynamic string response have been combined with numerous new design features and performance enhancements. A redesigned, sealed enclosure for the soundhole-mounted volume and tone control module allow players to effortlessly make adjustments to their sound. The addition of a blend control module on the treble side of the soundhole puts microphone blending at your fingertips. The preamp voicing switch has been relocated and made easily accessible so players can accommodate different types of guitars, amplification choices, playing styles and performance situations.

• Features under saddle pickup, the acoustic matrix
• Endpin jack mounted preamp in a newly designed soft touch housing
• Multi-position, soundboard mounted cardioid condenser mic capsule for increased “air” and tactile tone
• Redesigned, sealed enclosure for soundhole mounted volume & tone controls
• Standard pickup Length of 2.65" (67.3 mm) will fit most guitars with 2.5" (63.5 mm) string spacing

User questions & answers

Question:	Does the narrow version fit a classical guitar
Answer:	Yes, perfectly.

Product features

Fishman PRO-MAN-MBV

Tweaked to perform even better with modern acoustic guitar amplifiers, the Matrix Infinity Mic Blend pickup and preamp system also adds a multi-position cardioid condenser mic capsule for increased “air” and tactile tone. Clear, transparent Fishman-Quality tone and dynamic string response have been combined with numerous new design features and performance enhancements.

Inspired

We love music, and we are continually inspired by musicians to create tools for them that in turn motivate us forward.

Performance

We are always striving to perform at our highest levels, delivering value and quality, and respecting our customers’ hard work and investment in our products.

Technology

Since the very beginning, Fishman has been about making intricate technologies workable for musicians. Harnessing them in ways that are functional, affordable, robust and repeatable.

A Letter from the President

Fishman is dedicated to helping musicians of all styles achieve the truest sound possible wherever and whenever they plug in. Our ongoing commitment to professional sound and quality has helped our company specialize in amplification, effects, and pickups for acoustic and electric instruments, MIDI control, and other product categories. The loyalty from our extended family of players, technicians, repair professionals, and instrument manufacturers, is really a result of our loyalty toward them. This bond goes beyond product alone, but also extends to our customer service, interaction and support.

After 35 years, you still have my promise that Fishman will always endeavor to be the best at what we do, but most importantly to make you sound your absolute best.

Thanks to all of you who have chosen Fishman. Have a great gig.

-Larry Fishman, President.

Product description

Be heard in even the loudest rock band with Fishman's new Black stack passive sound hole pickup. Now, that vintage sound of a double-stacked hum bucking mag-netic pickup is available in a modern, battery-free design. It features adjustable pole-pieces and a premium TA4 mini-XLR connector integrated into the housing allowing easy installation, removal and connection to the included cable or your own custom endpin mounting solution.

• Double Stacked Passive Humbucker
• TA4 mini-XLR connector integrated into pickup housing
• Made in USA
• Unique packaging

User questions & answers

Question:	Will this pickup work with a 12 string acoustic
Answer:	The covers are removable but every cover's size is different.
Question:	Does it have a volume knob/slider
Answer:	Neck pickup with white wire, string span 48mm. Middle pickup with red wire, string span 50mm. Bridge pickup with yellow wire, string span 52mm.
Question:	does this need a seperate preamp? can i use this direct to a fender blues jr amp
Answer:	These were developed probably 30 years ago and at the time we had two Vintage Reissue Strats, the '57 and the '62. These pickups were used in both so that was the name given to them and we have never changed it.
Question:	Plugging into a PA, is the volume satisfactory without a preamp
Answer:	It was either the parchment or aged white - I'm not sure. I did swap the existing out for white covers, that better match the pickguard.

Product features

Fishman PRO-BLK-STK

Be heard in even the loudest rock band with Fishman’s Blackstack passive soundhole pickup. The vintage sound of a humbucking magnetic pickup is now available in a modern, battery-free design.

It features adjustable pole-pieces and a premium TA4 mini-XLR connector integrated into the housing, allowing easy installation, removal and connection to the included cable, or your own custom endpin mounting solution.

Inspired

We love music, and we are continually inspired by musicians to create tools for them that in turn motivate us forward.

Performance

We are always striving to perform at our highest levels, delivering value and quality, and respecting our customers’ hard work and investment in our products.

Technology

Since the very beginning, Fishman has been about making intricate technologies workable for musicians. Harnessing them in ways that are functional, affordable, robust and repeatable.

A Letter from the President

Fishman is dedicated to helping musicians of all styles achieve the truest sound possible wherever and whenever they plug in. Our ongoing commitment to professional sound and quality has helped our company specialize in amplification, effects, and pickups for acoustic and electric instruments, MIDI control, and other product categories. The loyalty from our extended family of players, technicians, repair professionals, and instrument manufacturers, is really a result of our loyalty toward them. This bond goes beyond product alone, but also extends to our customer service, interaction and support.

After 35 years, you still have my promise that Fishman will always endeavor to be the best at what we do, but most importantly to make you sound your absolute best.

Thanks to all of you who have chosen Fishman. Have a great gig.

-Larry Fishman, President.

Product description

Matrix Infinity with Acoustic Matrix Under saddle Pickup in narrow 3/32 " (2.3mm) format PRO-MAN-INF Completely redesigned active, endpin mounted preamp Sound hole mounted rotary controls for Volume & Tone Unique Tone control cuts mids while boosting treble and bass Integrated LED low battery indicator Features the world's best selling under saddle pickup, the Acoustic Matrix Switchable voicing to accommodate all guitar body sizes & performance situations Available in two saddle slot widths: wide 1/8 " (3.2mm) format or narrow 3/32 " (2.3mm) format Standard overall length of 2.65 "(67.3mm) will fit most guitars with string spacing's of up to 2.5 " (63.5mm) Solderless connections Professional installation is recommended Requires 9V battery (not included)

• Offers clear, transparent tone, dynamic string response, and ease of installation
• Soundhole-mounted rotary controls for Volume and Tone
• Features the world’s best-selling undersaddle pickup, the Acoustic Matrix
• Guitar Pickup: Standard pickup length of 2.65" (67.3 mm) will fit most guitars with 2.5" (63.5 mm) string spacings
• Ukulele Pickup: Standard pickup length of 2" (50.8 mm) will fit most ukuleles up to 1.85" (47"mm) string spacings

User questions & answers

Question:	Hecho en USA
Answer:	Yes
Question:	How do I know if I need the wide or narrow version of this pickup
Answer:	It will depend if the groove in your bridge is slotted for a wide saddle or a narrow one. I think most of them are narrow. I got a narrow one and I put it on my Blueridge guitar & it fit good. I do not know what the measurements are for the grooves, but I know on my Martin D-35 the groove was narrow, & I have an Epiphone that has a narrow groove. If the groove has been widened for a compensated saddle you should be able to compare it to another guitar. Hope this helps. blugrsindn
Question:	Please whats the difference between this model and the fishman sonitone? what is sound best and most natural for an acoustic guitar orchestra size
Answer:	Don't know about the sonitone, but if you plug an internal mic to the infinity it will be the most natural preamp for acoustic.
Question:	Does this have the problems of a traditional under-saddle pickup with "quacking" on hard strumming
Answer:	Not that I have noticed. Have been using this model and its predecessors since 1998 and the only little thing is a tiny transient coming from the pick touching the string, especially 1st and 2nd, when playing really soft. Not sure what you mean by quacking but can't recall anything I would refer to as that. In every detail a great pickup, just plug in to a really good PA and blow everyone away./Lennart Andersson

Product features

Fishman Matrix Infinity

The Matrix Infinity pickup and preamp system is the newest version of our flagship Matrix Series and offers clear, transparent tone, dynamic string response, and ease of installation. Easily accessible soundhole-mounted Volume and Tone rotary controls allow the player to effortlessly make adjustments to their sound.

Inspired

We love music, and we are continually inspired by musicians to create tools for them that in turn motivate us forward.

Performance

We are always striving to perform at our highest levels, delivering value and quality, and respecting our customers’ hard work and investment in our products.

Technology

Since the very beginning, Fishman has been about making intricate technologies workable for musicians. Harnessing them in ways that are functional, affordable, robust and repeatable.

A Letter from the President

Fishman is dedicated to helping musicians of all styles achieve the truest sound possible wherever and whenever they plug in. Our ongoing commitment to professional sound and quality has helped our company grow to become an industry leader in amplification, effects, and pickups for acoustic and electric instruments, MIDI control, and other product categories.

The loyalty from our extended family of players, technicians, repair professionals, and instrument manufacturers, is really a result of our loyalty toward them. This bond goes beyond product alone, but also extends to our customer service, interaction and support.

After 35 years, you still have my promise that Fishman will always endeavor to be the best at what we do, but most importantly to make you sound your absolute best.

Thanks to all of you who have chosen Fishman. Have a great gig.

-Larry Fishman, President.

Product description

Aura Spectrum DI is the complete tone solution for the acoustic musician featuring award-winning Aura Acoustic Imaging technology that restores a studio-miked sound to your under saddle or sound hole pickup. Housed in a professional quality all-metal case, Aura Spectrum DI features a 3-band EQ, one-knob compressor, automatic feedback suppression with up to 3 notches, chromatic tuner, effects loop, plus a high-quality balanced XLR D.I. The included Aura Image Gallery software provides access to an ever-expanding list of instruments recorded using world-class studio mics and techniques. Aura Spectrum DI is not only incredibly versatile, but it also delivers the most realistic acoustic sound available for stage or studio. Features: Award-winning Aura Acoustic Imaging 128 pre-loaded Images for use with the most popular acoustic instruments Instrument Preamp with Balanced XLR D.I. out Volume, Blend, and Image Select controls Three band EQ One-knob compressor Automatic anti-feedback with up to 3 notches Built-in chromatic tuner with bypass/mute 16 user-configurable Image locations USB interface for Image downloading from Aura Image Gallery (software included) Feedback-fighting Phase switch Automatic D.I. Ground Lift 9-Volt Battery or optional adaptor operation

• The Aura Spectrum DI features award-winning Aura Acoustic Imaging technology that enables players to mix studio-mic’d sound with the signal from their undersaddle or soundhole pickup
• 128 pre-loaded Images for use with the most popular acoustic instruments
• Instrument preamp with balanced XLR D.I. output
• Built-in chromatic tuner with bypass/mute
• USB interface for Image downloading from Aura Image Gallery (software included)

User questions & answers

Question:	Will this work with stereo guitar pedals like tc mimiq and hof 2? if so, how do you connect them? would use with church pa system for stereo sound
Answer:	Yes but use the Germany made veet. No burn or redness.
Question:	How would an electric bass sound thru it
Answer:	Yes one scraper per tube. Works great. Would attach video,but do not think Amazon would leave it up.
Question:	Does this include all the image or I have to buy it
Answer:	Yes, they are. The colors are fun and vibrant without being too bright.
Question:	Can the Aura Spectrum be setup inline with the Fishman ToneDEQ
Answer:	I have only ever bought the white ones, so I cannot answer to the bleeding. There was alot of lint for the first two or three washes, so wash them separate at first. After that there was no excessive lint. Of the first batch that I bought, I have only had one that the hem/binding on one side has started to fray. That occured after probably 50 or more washings in hot water. I suppose that there could be inconsistencies in the manufacturing, but so far the ones I have bought have held up well for the price paid.

Product features

Fishman Aura Spectrum

The complete performance technology solution for acoustic musicians. The Aura Spectrum DI features Aura Acoustic Imaging technology that enables players to mix studio-mic’d sound with the signal from their undersaddle or soundhole pickup.

Housed in a professional quality all-metal case, the Aura Spectrum DI features a 3-band EQ, one-knob compressor, automatic feedback suppression with up to 3 notches, a chromatic tuner, effects loop, plus a high-quality balanced XLR D.I. The included Aura Image Gallery software provides access to an ever-expanding list of instrument Images recorded using our collection of the most sought after microphones.

Aura Spectrum DI is not only incredibly versatile, but it also delivers the most realistic acoustic sound available for stage or studio. Fishman’s Aura Image Gallery software allows users to access Images for hundreds of guitar makes and models through our free Aura Image library. Once installed on your PC or Mac, the software also allows Aura Images to be sorted, managed and grouped. Users can then take advantage of the preamp’s open architecture by loading Aura Images via a USB cable.

Aura Imaging

Fishman Aura preamps and onboard Imaging systems go beyond modeling to create a spacious sound that is both vivid and natural.

The sound of your acoustic instrument in a room is a combination of time, space and distance, that’s why no matter how great your undersaddle pickup or soundhole microphone sounds — (and they can sound fantastic), there is still something missing — the instrument’s aura. To re-create the sound that naturally surrounds your instrument in a room through an amplifier or PA, we created Aura Imaging technology.