| New from JJB-Electronics comes THE PRESTIGE 220! We have custom built several systems for Taylor GS mini's, little Martins, Martin backpackers, etc. The customer response from them has been nothing short of incredible! For that reason, we decided to roll this system out to our customers as a regular part of our lineup. Our new line of pickups are constructed with the finest components available today! In fact, they are the same components that are used by the "big-box" companies that sell their systems for more than twice as much! This system is the same exact configuration that is sold for $130.00 by a very well known company. The latest release from our Artist Series, The Prestige - 220. These are built using very high quality 15mm piezo's. This configuration is designed for smaller-scale instruments. These can be used with or without a preamp with fantastic results. It utilizes a double surface transducer design. This results in a very wide frequency range and very natural reproduction of sound. The two-piezo configuration offers a few advantages over single piezo systems. Having two piezo’s affords you the opportunity to place them at two different points on the soundboard thus resulting in an improved dynamic range due to the fact that they transmit the resonation found at more than one point. These special surface transducers are under less pressure than under saddle pickups thus decreasing the likelihood of them transmitting a percussive or harsh sound. Each piezo is designed to pick up the resonation found in a significant amount of the soundboard. These do not "fade" or distort at high volume or with high-power systems. The highs are crystal clear while the lows are what they should be, low! This pickup configuration is offered in several high end guitars. All of our products feature quality components and construction. These utilize a premium quality Switchcraft 1/4” nickel plated mono end-pin jack.. This system will give you a very “clean” install for those who do not want to compromise the integrity of their beloved instrument. The end- pin jack also doubles as a strap button. These will also work great in a variety of other small-scale instruments. Mandolins, ukuleles, banjo’s, dulcimers, stomp boxes, etc. The possibilities are endless! These, like all of our systems, can be installed in about 15 minutes! They are a very simple and inexpensive means of turning your acoustic instruments in to acoustic electric. |
Installation;
Tools you will need;
A drill
A 1/2 drill bit
Super glue gel
Installation of the endpin jack:
1.Drill or widen the endpin hole to 1/2" using protective tape to cover the area around the hole. This helps to prevent chips and
scratches.
2.Unscrew the endpin jack's strap mount knob
3.Remove the nut and washer.
4.Find out the thickness of your end block and set the nut on the cap accordingly. Once in place, screw the cap against it to
secure the nut.
5.Insert the jack from the inside into the endpin hole.
TIP: a chopstick or something similar helps to get a hold of the jack and pull it through the hole.
6.Attach outside washer and nut and tighten. Attach the end knob.
Transducer installation –
It does not matter in which position you install either of the 2 pickups. The installation spots are identical. Each pickup should be
placed between two of the bridge pins. (see diagram) Once you determine where you would like to mount the piezo's, attach them
to the inside of the guitar top by placing a thin layer of super-glue gel on each piezo (one at a time) and hold it in place for about 45
seconds. The installation point that will result in the most amount of gain is directly under the saddle on the bridgeplate.
We cannot be responsible for guitar damage caused by installation.
Tools you will need;
A drill
A 1/2 drill bit
Super glue gel
Installation of the endpin jack:
1.Drill or widen the endpin hole to 1/2" using protective tape to cover the area around the hole. This helps to prevent chips and
scratches.
2.Unscrew the endpin jack's strap mount knob
3.Remove the nut and washer.
4.Find out the thickness of your end block and set the nut on the cap accordingly. Once in place, screw the cap against it to
secure the nut.
5.Insert the jack from the inside into the endpin hole.
TIP: a chopstick or something similar helps to get a hold of the jack and pull it through the hole.
6.Attach outside washer and nut and tighten. Attach the end knob.
Transducer installation –
It does not matter in which position you install either of the 2 pickups. The installation spots are identical. Each pickup should be
placed between two of the bridge pins. (see diagram) Once you determine where you would like to mount the piezo's, attach them
to the inside of the guitar top by placing a thin layer of super-glue gel on each piezo (one at a time) and hold it in place for about 45
seconds. The installation point that will result in the most amount of gain is directly under the saddle on the bridgeplate.
We cannot be responsible for guitar damage caused by installation.
| Several of you may be wondering, "so how does it sound". Please click here to check out our new customer-submitted sound clip page for a demo. |
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| The jack can be substituted with the style that you see on the left. You can add this option from the drop-down menu above. This is recommended if you are installing in a Taylor GS mini, or any other guitar that already has a screw mounted strap button. This will utilize the same holes that the original strap button is mounted with. Please keep in mind that you will have to make the solder connections with this jack. The piezo leads will be prepped for you, and you will be provided with installation instructions. A 1" piece of heat-shrink tube and enough solder to complete the job will also be included. |
