11 best johnson acoustic guitar pickups

Product description

The DeArmond Tone Boss acoustic sound hole pickup provides a simple, high fidelity magnetic pickup solution for any steel string guitar. The passive humbucking design accurately reproduces the guitar’s tone for an incredibly natural voice and is controlled with an onboard volume knob. 3 top trim colors in black, cream and tortoiseshell are included with each Tone Boss, allowing the user to customize the pickup’s look to match the aesthetic of any guitar. Hardware for permanent endpin output jack mounting is also included.

• Classic humbucking design
• Multiple Color Face Plates
• Removable or permanent install options
• item package weight: 5.0 pounds

User questions & answers

Question:	Being a passive pickup, have you found it to be underpowered
Answer:	yes, I have used stainless steel strings with no problem; however, I have a wooden box guitar and use Dean Markley strings (which I believe are steel).
Question:	Will stainless steel strings will work without an issue
Answer:	Yes - magnetic.
Question:	good morning, is it passive
Answer:	Yes
Question:	Will this connect to any amp & pedals
Answer:	Hi, No, there is no built in tuner. Great sound though. Steve H.

Product description

The Seymour Duncan Woody HC Hum-Canceling Soundhole Pickup uses Stack technology to deliver full-bodied tone without noise or hum. If you have to play near neon signs or fluorescent lights, the Woody HC is the Seymour Duncan pickup to get for your acoustic guitar.

• Transducer: Magnetic
• Placement: Soundhole
• Jack: 1/4" male
• Color: Maple

User questions & answers

Question:	Does it have a lot of noise since you can't put a feedback plug in the guitar? Also, can i plug it directly into my Line6 amp(4 electric guitar
Answer:	Feedback would depend on your situation, proximity to speakers, size of room, volume level, etc. I never use feedback plug because that's never an issue for us. Yes, you can plug into any amp or preamp. It doesn't have a lot of volume by itself being a passive pickup, so I would recommend plugging into an amp or preamp if going directly into a system.
Question:	Has anyone compared this to the "XL" version, is it worth the price difference
Answer:	The XL is only different in that it has adjustable pole pieces to balance your string outputs. These lower cost "portable" pickup solutions are not EVER the best sounding, BUT if you purchase an external acoustic guitar PRE-AMP you will find the resulting sound competes with the $300-$400 acoustic/electric guitar setups which always employ a built-in preamp. Then the only drawback as I see it would be esthetics. That's the tradeoff for using a temporary or portable pickup. In my considered opinion a preamp is a must. AND as with all acoustic guitar setups, use an amplifier Fender, Fishman, AER, Marshall, Boss, etc designed for acoustic guitar. Reason being that, Electric Guitar Amps are not generally designed to amplify sounds over 5KHZ. An acoustic guitar should run through an amp designed to reproduce 7KHZ+ faithfully! No acoustic pickup sounds very good running through an electric guitar amplifier. Conclusion. Want this or any pickup on your acoustic to shine; Buy the pickup of your choice, an in-line external preamp and an Acoustic Guitar Amplifier. You may have to drop about $1000 in the long run, but you'll have a lifetime of LOUD Acoustic Guitar Joy my friend!
Question:	Can I use it on the little Martin Lxk
Answer:	The Woody HC is designed to fit "into standard 3.75" (94mm) to 4" (100mm) sound holes." If the Martin has a sound hole within this range, it should fit. Instructions are included it the packaging. If you don't know the sound hole dimensions, check with Martin.
Question:	Can this be installed and easily removed when needed? thanks
Answer:	Yes, it is very easy to install and remove.

Product description

The Pure Mini is a transducer-only system. No battery, no onboard electronics, just the pure pickups. Don't be fooled by the sound of some competitors' "thin sounding" passive systems. The Pure Systems are definitely different. They sound full and rich and have sufficient output to drive most amps and PA systems directly, without a preamp! Advantages of the Pure Guitar System The special Pure surface transducers transmit a significant portion of the soundboard because they are not as close to the strings as an under-saddle pickup. Each of the 3 transducers is designed to pick up a specific string pair, but also "listens" to the adjacent area around the bridge. The Pure pickups are not under pressure and therefore do NOT sound percussive or harsh. The Pure System reproduces all strings nicely balanced, a known problem with under-saddle pickups. The Pure System sounds great just in passive mode! Unlike under-saddle pickups which passively can sound thin and trebley, the passive PURE system puts out a nicely balanced, warm, full range signal. Feedback Resistance How safe is the Pure System with feedback? Due to the Pure System's location on the bridge plate under the bridge, feedback resistance is comparable to under-saddle transducers. Technically, a pickup installed in or on the bridge is a lot less likely to feedback than one which is attached to the open sound board. The 1/8" thin sound board can act like a diaphragm and vibrate along with loud sound-signals from speaker cabinets. This is the kind of feedback you experience on an acoustic guitar. The thicker bridge area is a lot harder to be set into vibration from an outside source simply because of its mass. In our tests with both, steel string and classic guitars equipped with an under-saddle pickup plus the Pure System, we were able to achieve about the same gain-before-feedback with both systems.

• Three Transducer Pickup System for Steel String Guitars
• Includes 1/4" Endpin Jack
• Pre-wired, No Soldering Required
• High Output - No Battery Required!

User questions & answers

Question:	Would this work on a three string mountain dulcimer
Answer:	If you are building a fulcimer, I think so, otherwise I don't know how you would install it. They are mounted under the bridge plate ( superglued). UNLESS you are building the instrument, I don't know how you would install it. You also have to drill the jack mount to the end of the dulcimer. I own a 4 string dulcimer and there is no way to install.
Question:	I removed a k&k, one of the super glued heads was ruined. can i get good response with 2 heads only? maybe on a small guitar of uke
Answer:	You still should get sound. I am not sure how good it will be. I have not had any experience with this.
Question:	Is this a good option for a big guitar such as a Martin HD28V? I am under the impression that this is for smaller guitars
Answer:	No, it will work fine in your HD28V - I put one in an HD28 and it sounded great. The mini captures the true essence of your guitar and every one I've installed (mostly in my own guitars), has sounded full and balanced.
Question:	How do you install this
Answer:	It is installed by applying superglue to the pick ups and gluein them to the bridge plate inside the guitar. It comes with a set up jig and some putty to make sure everything is aligned properly. An average do it yourselfer should be able to accomplish this project, but a luthier would probably do it for around $50. They do sound great by the way in my custom 28.

Product description

Introducing the Mag Mic. The first active, humbucking, magnetic soundhole pickup featuring a built-in microphone and blend circuit, together with adjustable pole pieces. Installation is a snap. And the sound is amazing! From deep, rich lows, to percussive mids, to shimmering highs. The result is the most natural-sounding, three dimensional, acoustic guitar soundhole pickup. Ever!. Introducing the Mag Mic. The first active, humbucking, magnetic soundhole pickup featuring a built-in microphone and blend circuit, together with adjustable pole pieces. Installation is a snap. And the sound is amazing! From deep, rich lows, to percussive mids, to shimmering highs. The result is the most natural-sounding, three dimensional, acoustic guitar soundhole pickup. Ever!

• First pickup of its kind
• Blend circuit
• Adjustable pole pieces
• Pattern: omni-directional
• Sensitivity: -35dB

User questions & answers

Question:	Will this fit in a Taylor 314ce
Answer:	This mug did not melt when heating up soup or other food in it. The only thing you have to watch for is it can overflow.
Question:	Can the order of the pole pieces be reversed for a left handed guitar
Answer:	Yes we warm chili, soups etc. We have about 5 of them and love them
Question:	How do you fix the battery holder so that it doesn't just dangle inside guitar, and do I need to loosen strings every time I replace battery? Thanks
Answer:	is like a cup,super comfortable and good size, keep warm and odor free.
Question:	Has anyone used this in moderate floor monitor settings with mic about halfway dialed in? Can you simply dial out the feedback w EQ or notch filter
Answer:	I ordered the blue and got the pink. Guess there is no way to contact the seller?

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

NG-1 the logical choice for musicians wanting to professionally amplify the natural sound of their nylon stringed guitars without modification. Utilizing the tension of tuned strings, the NG-1 piezo installs safely and securely on the classical or flamenco guitar tie block. NG-1 is a passive system designed to work flawlessly with your favorite acoustic amplifier or colored via your preamp of preference. 1/8" to 1/4" cable included.

• Delivers the natural sound of your nylon-string guitar
• No modification to your instrument necessary
• Wooden sensor casing is lightweight and unobtrusive
• Detachable, or may remain installed when not in used
• Includes 8' foot detachable cable

User questions & answers

Question:	Is this thing held on by the strings, or does it have an adesive tape to stick it in place
Answer:	You may have to check reverb-dot-com for a used unit to take parts from.
Question:	Does the pickup change the break angle of the strings over the bridge
Answer:	From the violin pickup you connect to the input on the L.R. Baggs DI (1/4" jack), then another cord (1/4" or microphone type chord goes from output to PA. You then have much more tone control at your fingertips to adjust your tone and if need be your volume.
Question:	Will the pick up work the same for sure when the pickup be installed with the cable port on the 6th string side, rather than on the 1st string
Answer:	Hello; great to hear from you, I have questions before answering, are you playing into an ampliphier or Sound system, thank you; buford
Question:	Has anyone else experienced a low hum when using this pickup? Not happy with that
Answer:	This preamp does not include a ground lift, you might consider the LR Baggs Session DI instead, which has a ground lift.

Product description

The M1 is for players who love big acoustic tone with high feedback resistance on any stage. Combining the natural characteristics of your guitar's soundboard with a punchy string attack, the M1's body sensitive design provides enhanced realism while cutting through a loud mix. The M1 is a patented humbucking pickup with a twist. In a common stacked humbucker, the lower coil cancels hum, but doesn't contribute anything positive to the sound. We unlock the lower coil with a carefully tuned support that allows it to capture higher frequency resonances. As the pickup moves with the guitar's soundboard, a body signal is created in the suspended coil that adds presence and realism to your amplified sound.

• Highly Feedback-resistant
• Volume control
• Long battery life – 1,000 hours on one 3V lithium coin cell
• Adjustable pole pieces for perfect balance with most string types and gauges
• Long battery life – 1,000 hours on one 3V lithium coin cell

User questions & answers

Question:	I'm trying to adjust the pole height because it interferes with my slap percussion techniques. Is is going to affect the sound if I lower the poles
Answer:	According to the packaging they come with, yes, they are BPA free.
Question:	What is the smallest soundhole this will fit into
Answer:	They are not insulated. You can keep the lid on to keep the contents warm.
Question:	Is the cord separate & detachable from the sound board pick up in this model (or any other model) when playing unplugged or if longer cord is needed
Answer:	They don't leak at all!! I pour my soup in and take it to work almost everyday and it works like a charm!!!
Question:	Does it unclude a L.R. BAGGS STRAPJACK UNIT FOR M1 PICKUP
Answer:	I've put tomato soups in without any issue but never tried chili. if you are really worried about it, just buy the red ones. Ha!

• Surface mount piezo pickup for acoustic insturments
• Delivers natural sound without modification to the instrument
• Detachable 8' cable with 1/4'' to 1/8'' input jacks
• Non-abrasive adhesive putty and dot included
• Handcrafted in Europe

User questions & answers

Question:	does it work with oud? and does it needs an interface
Answer:	Hello, Thank you for your interest in our AP-1. To answer your question this pickup will work on an oud. You will need either a pre-amp or regular instrument amplifier to use this pickup. Please let me know if you have any other questions. Best to you, Sean H. KNA Pickups
Question:	Does it work with Focusrite Scarlett usb-interface? Does it require less gain compared to a condenser mic
Answer:	yes and not that i've noticed.
Question:	Is the kna ap-1 good for a canjo? if so, where would be the best placement
Answer:	Hello, My name is Sean and I am a representative from KNA pickups. To answer your question the AP-1 will work well with a cajon. The pickup can be placed on any part of the instruments front surface for a superb sound. Please let us know if you have any questions. Best, Sean H. Kremona North America
Question:	where would i place on an autoharp
Answer:	Hello, Thank you for the question. For our AP-1 you will want to place it on the autoharp where there is a decent amount of vibration. The side or back of the instrument should work just fine. Best, Sean H. Kremona North America

Product description

The Presys+ Onboard Preamp System is designed and built to offer maximum control, performance and quality in a small, unobtrusive format. The comptact, sophisticated Presys+ system features Volume, Bass, Mid and Treble controls, Billiance control, Notch Filter control, Phase switch for controlling feedback, and a built-in tuner with LED display. The Presys+ also includes a pre-wired Fishman Sonicore pickup for solder-free, plug and play installation, a low battery indicator, low profile control knobs, and a unique pivot design for easy access to the battery compartment. Dimensions: 2.20" W x 3.3" L x 1.625" D (55.8mm x 84.2mm x 41.3mm); Hole size: 2.0" W x 2.662" L (50.8mm x 67.62mm); Screw spacing: 1.785" W x 2.795" L (45.34mm x 71mm)

• NOTE : This is an acoustic guitar pickup system, and is not meant for iOS devices
• Acoustic Guitar Pickup System with Built-in Tuner

User questions & answers

Question:	Is there packaging
Answer:	Yes there is packaging. The contents will include the preamp assembly with input Jack and pickup.
Question:	How do you turn it off to keep battery from draining when not playing? (it has no on-off switch
Answer:	The preamp turns on automatically when you plug in your instrument cable, and off when the cable is removed.
Question:	Does this preamp come with a 9v battery
Answer:	I uses a 9v battery but it isn't included.
Question:	Will this fit on a Taylor 514ce guitar
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Product features

Fishman PRO-PSY-201

The Presys+ Onboard Preamp System is designed to offer maximum control, performance and quality in a small, unobtrusive format. The compact sophisticated Presys+ system features Volume, Bass, Mid and Treble controls, a Phase switch, and a built-in tuner with LED display. Includes a pre-wired Fishman Sonicore pickup for solder-free, plug and play installation, as well as a low battery indicator, low profile control knobs, and a unique pivot design for easy access to the battery compartment.

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

Specifications:

Material: Plastic

Control Range: Bass --±12dB at 80Hz

                       Middle-L --±12dB at 500Hz

                       Middle-H -- ±12dB at 1KHz-2KHz

                       Treble -- ±12dB at 10KHz

                       Pres -- ±12dB at 3KHz

A4 frequency: 440HZ

Tuning Range: A0(27.5Hz) - C8 (4186.01Hz)

Power Supply: 1 * 9V Battery (not included)

Item Size: 8.5 * 5.5 * 4.5cm / 3.3 * 2.2 * 1.8in

Item Weight: 90g / 3.2oz

Package Size: 10.5 * 7 * 7cm / 4.1 * 2.8 * 2.8in

Package Weight: 115g / 4.1oz



Note:

Battery is not included.



Package List:

1 * Guitar Pick-up System

• Pickup, tuner and equalizer system for acoustic guitars.
• 5-band EQ (BASS, MID-L, MID-H, TREB, PRES).
• With LCD display, easy to read the tuning information.
• With volume control knob and low battery check LED.
• Ideal for acoustic guitar players to improve the guitar sound.

User questions & answers

Question:	Does this come with a template
Answer:	Our Sauvie will be good to wear in mild cold temperatures. We would not recommend for colder/extreme winter weather.
Question:	Does this come with a pick up rod
Answer:	These are women's sizes. In reading reviews of many rain boots that don't come in 1/2 sizes, it seems that people usually have to go up a full size and hope for the best. I have tried this with other boots and not been happy with either fit. Unfortunately it is trial and error. I went through many boots before finding these.
Question:	What is the measurement between screws
Answer:	I haven’t been on ice yet but I wouldn’t expect them to be as good as nonslip as boots made specially for ice. The tread just isn’t that deep. I love these boots though.
Question:	My guitar does not have this normally but I want to install one for recording purposes, will this work
Answer:	Yes. Very comfortable and flex easily.