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GB(£) Price List

ACOUSTIC GUITAR, FIXED EQ – Steel Strung

(Controls-free version of above with Mid cut for Steel strings & body noise roll off). With internal pre-amp on end pin jack socket.

Top quality sound and hardware for “Plug & Go” ease of use.

NYLON STRUNG GUITAR – No Controls

Equivalent to FEQ model above, but with flat response across Guitar range, plus low body noise cut.

A simple but high fidelity route to nylon strung heaven!

NEW ACOUSTIC BASS GUITAR, FIXED EQ – Steel Strung

(Controls-free Bass version of above with Mid cut & low body noise roll off).

New Double Bass version of above with twin pickups for custom fitting under bridge fitted to instrument. Phenomenal, deep & full natural sound, with fixed mid cut and maximum feedback rejection. Price includes fitting to bridge by London Luthier

BOUZOUKI , etc – FIXED EQ / No Controls

Equivalent to: HE2/G. FEQ

MANDOLIN – Fixed EQ / No Controls

Controls-free version of above pre-amp, internal end-pin mount with exclusive mandolin tone shaping. Suits round/oval holes with saddle bridges and some solid moveable bridges.

The best Mandolin sound & performance in a simple, low impact, affordable package.

National Steel version with both internal leather battery holder and alternative external loading/pull drawer battery holder, plus Lithium PP3 for 250 hours of plug in time. Mid range further forward than FEQ.

Custom version available to order with XB External battery box & Stereo lead, at additional charge.

A big, natural tone without feedback

New Dobro Version with two pickups, either side of screw. As per National version.

A big, natural tone without feedback.

External powered versions of active pickup systems - available to order, keep battery out of instrument & using XB batt box & stereo jack lead to power on board pre-amp.

Custom length Piezo cable to order. Enables additional instrument use with belt mount “X” Pre-amps at lower cost. Also, Pickup Systems available: Harp, Hammer Dulcimer etc.

Tone & Vol controls ( passive single rotary pots & soft touch knobs) may be added to order, to Snakes & most HE1. Cost per pot

ACOUSTIC GUITAR & Nylon Strung Guitar with Controls

Complete with tailored three-band shelved EQ and Volume on two smooth, reliable dual concentric controls.

Full control, top specification. and unmatched quality.

MANDOLIN with controls

Equivalent to HE1/G1.C, plus 30dB body noise filter. Suits round & oval soundholes, plus saddles or some solid moveable bridges. Rejects feedback beyond belief.

A totally unique & phenomenally superior Mandolin sound and performance!

New Pre-amp of top quality with 4 Band EQ via sliders & rotary Volume control. High specification, ultra low noise pre-amp featuring Pro Audio next Generation IC Chips, classic new look with radius designed for upper bout, low battery indicator & integral quick battery change compartment, based on 100 hrs from Alkali PP3. Includes plug in HE2 Piezo cable pickup & plug in output lead with European end pin jack socket.

New ACOUSTIC GUITAR, etc – No Controls

Further refined version of Snake offering Class "A" All Discrete Input stage, plus Fixed 3 band EQ, mid cut for steel strings, plus improved body noise and low feedback rejection and improved clarity when played hard. 1 Year Guarantee!

Your favourite product just got better!

New NYLON STRUNG GUITAR & Resophonics etc – No Controls

This unsurpassed Snake pickup is now available with pre-amp voiced for Nylon strings with mid range further forward. Product also relates to Snake3 NAT & Snake3 Dob.

New MANDOLIN – No Controls

Refined version of Snake offering equivalent features and installation, plus steeper body noise cut and higher output level. 1 Year Guarantee!

Astonishing rejection of feedback and natural response

New ACOUSTIC BASS GUITAR, etc – No Controls

Refined version of Snake offering equivalent features and installation, plus modest mid range cut and higher output level. 1 Year Guarantee!

Fantastic full sound & simplicity for a modest price.

Oud version of Snake2. Pickup fits directly under Strings. Way better than any alternative

PIEZO CERAMIC PASSIVE CONTACT DISC PICKUP

Sturdy, reliable screened construction, with end pin jack jack socket & optional external fixings. 1 Year Guarantee.

A superior take on a general-purpose product with instant fit and transferability.

DUAL PIEZO CERAMIC CONTACT DISC PICKUP

Dual sensor version for a bigger soundscape and greater sweetspot coverage.

Bodhran / Tabor & Open Percussion pickup – Unique & adjustable tension to vary tone, or remove from skin. Active Snake3 pre-amp.

Punchy, effective and easy to use!

Banjo Passive Pickup tensions against skin, similar to above, but mounts on cross bar 6mm or 8mm diam.

New Acoustic Combo Amp –Superb natural tone at high volumes from 120w small Birch ply cabinet, with extensive facilities. Primarily designed around acoustic guitar and for standard & dropped tunings, also highly suitable for Violin and Mandolin & down to Cello.

Features include dual channels, balanced DI outs per channel with earth lift switch, 5 band EQ, adjustable notch filter, Alesis 16 Patch Digital Multi FX , multiple inputs to suit all common pickup & mike options, plus dual voltage switch. See leaflet/website

New Acoustic Combo Amp – As above, but 60w compacted & simplified facilities.

See leaflet/website

Violin strap around body Pickup – Strong tailored passive signal, incorporates jack socket. Multi-pickup elements. Instant fit & easily transferable. No batteries. No extra pre-amp necessary. 1 Year Guarantee

A great new simple innovation with a warm sound that everyone loves!

Viola Version of "The Band"

Viola Band tuned to bring the instrument to the fore

Cello Version of "The Band"

A remarkably natural and full amplified Cello tone with no hassle.

Violin active system offering external belt mounting High End range Class “A” All Discrete Component pre-amp, high screen angle jack lead, low central pickup placement integral within bridge, plus clamp on jack socket, + 3 band EQ & Vol & quick change battery. Radically tuned pre-amp cuts body handling and bowing noise, plus feedback on traditional acoustic Violin to astonishingly low levels, questioning the need for Solid Instruments. Pre-amp FET tuning adds harmonic sparkle. 5 Year Guarantee, subject to conditions.

Astonishingly natural, versatile and incredibly problem free in use.

EXTERNAL BATTERY BOX – suits Snake Pickup Fitting on “f” hole/small hole & resonator instruments, etc.

Belt mounted, enabling quick and easy access to battery without on board mounting. Requires o3 Hi screen stereo lead (0.7m/2’ approx.), not included, and easy custom wiring installation as indicated. Non-reversible terminals.

(Not suitable with on board dual pickup systems.)

Guitar or Mandolin Archtop Bridges, routed for Headway Piezo cable pickups – Ebony (Mandolin) or Guitar in Rosewood or Ebony, subject to availability. Requires fitting to instrument.

Quality Belt to instrument length custom leads: 0.7M Guitar or 1.3m (Violin) Angle or straight jack lead – High screen, low noise, with strain relief , Mono. Or Spec. to order.

Stereo version of above

"Y" lead: Sturdy, rare gig worthy Stereo Jack to 2 x Mono jacks. 6M Length. Mixing dual systems.

Black & Decker Wizzard /Dremel Carbide ball end cutter : 2.5mm dia ( 2 Flute ) for optimum pickup fit in bridge slots.

Two Piece Quality 1/4" Stereo End Pin Jack, plus screening cover, grommet, nuts & washers. External threaded nut & easy on board fit, on small instruments. Made in EU

Stereo equivalent to above, but extra external terminal enables on board battery switching, plus two separate pickup signals via stereo lead. Made in EU

NEW Violin Clamp on Jack Socket – Made in UK / EU Made Jack + screened terminals.