LR Baggs IBAS IBeam Active System Steel

iBeamandtrade; Bridge Plate Pickup With Mic-like Fidelity The iBeams MIPA award-winning design employs a matched pair of virtually weightless film sensors that flex With the soundboard to trace your guitars voice much like diaphragms in a stereo mic. A key advantage over typical bridge plate sensors is the iBeams;cardioid like response pattern that inhibits feedback and string squeak while selectively admitting rich tone-producting vibrations. Weighing less than 1/3 of an ounce, the pickup will not alter the guitars natural acoustics and easily mounts to the bridge plate With peel-and-stick adhesive. iBeam Active Systemandtrade;The iBeam Active pairs the iBeam With an all-discrete Class A endpin preamp With soundhole volume control. The sweet and ultra-quiet audiophile-grade preamp faithfully amplifies every nuance of the pickup. Superior sound and performance is built in for easy plug-and-play performance. An auxiliary passive channel is also available for adding a secondary pickup. The iBeam Active is also great for direct studio or home recording. Comparison tests have demonstrated that the fidelity of this system is a great alternative to studio microphones. FEATURES: Quick and easy installation Includes iBeam placement jig (pin bridge guitars only) Peel-and-stick Natural string-to-string balance and dynamics Fits most X-Braced guitars All-discrete Class A preamp for warm, analog sound Available in steel and nylon string versions Options:STEEL STRING:iBeam Active Systemandtrade; Options:NYLON STRING:iBeam Active Systemandtrade; Classical iBeamandtrade; Support Please Note: LR Baggs products must be installed by an authorized LR Baggs dealer to qualify for warranty coverage. Technical assistance will not be provided for home or hobbyist installations. iBeam Active Systemandtrade;iBeam Active System Installation Manual