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Pick-up the World / Harp Guitar Music
	Transducer Systems
We've teamed up to bring the worldwide harp guitar community the first "off the shelf" pick-up systems for builders and players!  Suitable for Dyer harp guitars, new Dyer variants, and nearly any harp guitar you can dream up.   Super-treble systems coming soon!

Truly a match made in heaven.  After extensive research, I came to believe that the best sounding amplification systems for acoustic instruments - and specifically harp guitars - were those being built by David Enke at PUTW.  Fortunately, David was not only receptive to the collaboration, but fully supportive of the project, sharing our passion for the instruments - and the sound!  - Gregg Miner, owner, Harp Guitar Music

Pickup the World has been manufacturing audiophile grade polymer film pickup systems for over 15 years, and has developed some of the most natural sounding and versatile pickups specifically available for harp guitars. PUTW founder David Enke has spent many years working closely with Stephen Bennett and William Eaton, and has designed what we believe to be the ultimate pickup systems for amplifying harp guitars. As this work continues to move forward positively, Pick-up the World is joining forces with Harp Guitar Music to produce three different systems available for most Dyer-style instruments.

All feature:

• Designed specifically for Dyer-style instruments, but can be used for many other harp guitars (with near-limitless customization available)

•  PUTW’s patented polymer film technology for transducers

• All under saddle transducers 1/8” wide and 3-3/4” long (any extra length bends into the wiring hole). Custom sizes available on request.

• PUTW’s proprietary audiophile grade pre-amps (either on-board or off)

• Authentic reproduction of the acoustic tone and frequency response of harp guitars.

• Maximum volume before feedback.

• 9 or 18 volt battery operated with a 600 hour battery life, and easy to replace

• One year warranty.

• 2-6 week delivery, drop-shipped free to your door

• Full customization options (available in 2-4 weeks)

• Stereo cables available separately

Basic Harp Guitar System 1 (the “Outboard”)

2 soundboard (under bridge) transducers (“SBT”) for neck and sub banks, wired in stereo ¼”stereo phone jack (replaces end pin) External 9v Stereo Power Plug pre-amp with separate gain and volume controls for each string bank (plugs directly into endpin jack, battery inside). This pre-amp includes a stereo/mono switch on the output and can use either a stereo or mono cable depending on the application. $295 1 unit on the shelf, ready to ship

This system has minimal on-board parts and weight (5 grams for the sensors), and is very simple to install. Other than making provisions for mounting the ¼” output jack through the tailblock, there are no modifications to the instrument. These pickups produce a tone that is as close to a good pair of studio mics as possible, and is what Stephen Bennett uses in his guitars.  Cable not included.  Stereo cables available below.

Options:

Basic System 1 with no pre-amp

$185   Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery

Basic System 1 with UST instead of SBT (Add $40). This option offers higher volume before feedback and gives a stronger cutting power to the signal with better string bank separation. The UST saddle pickups are available in either 3/32” or 1/8” widths (specify), and require a small hole drilled through one end of the bridge saddle slots. The tone is excellent sounding and is extremely woody and natural for this type of pickup.

$335 Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery

Basic Harp Guitar System 2 (the “Discreet”)

2 soundboard (under bridge) transducers (“SBT”) for neck and sub banks, wired in stereo ¼” stereo phone jack (replaces end pin) Internal 18v stereo pre-amp built into end jack “Hidden” volume controls for each string bank under lip of soundhole $295 Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery

The same as System 1 described above, except that the pre-amp is hidden inside the guitar. There is enough wire length to allow the relative volume controls to be placed under the treble side of the main soundhole or various positions within the small soundhole of a typical Dyer or similar instrument, whichever is most convenient for the player. A small switch on the pre-amp module selects whether the two string banks come out in stereo or mono. Two 9v batteries (affixed under the neck block) provide maximum signal-to-noise and headroom.  Cable not included.  Stereo cables available below.

Options:

Basic System 2 with UST instead of SBT (Add $40)	$335 Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery
Dynamic Duo upgrade (see next) combines both UST and SBT pickups.	$480 (see next)
Vintage Jack System (see below) Add $80	$375 Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery

Complete Harp Guitar System (the “Dynamic Duo System”)

2 soundboard (under bridge) transducers (SBT) for neck and sub banks 2 under-saddle transducers (UST) for neck and sub banks Internal 18v stereo “Stealth” pre-amp with “hidden” volume controls for each string bank under lip of soundhole $480 Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery

This killer system has all David’s bells and whistles.  The two most popular styles of transducers integrated together for the ultimate in warmth, clarity, natural sound and feedback resistance. The system combines a UST and SBT for each string bank, and the player controls the balance between the two string banks with a panning thumbwheel. There is also a master volume located in the very small “Stealth” pre-amp that is cleverly mounted just inside one of the soundholes. This system runs 600 hours on 2 nine-volt batteries and offers the best signal to noise and headroom specs available.  Cable not included.  Special stereo right-angle plug/cable available.  

Options:

The Vintage Jack System (Add $80) by Tapastring Music is a brilliant creation that has the appearance and profile of a standard strap button, but houses a sturdy 1/8” stereo mini jack inside its highly polished brass housing. Ideal for vintage and other fine instruments, this no-mod option replaces your existing endpin button, and installs easily with no drilling or gluing required! (available by special order, allow 2-4 weeks for delivery) Custom Vintage Jacks of exotic hardwood and fossil ivory are also available for an additional $30-$50 by special request.  Cable not included.  Special stereo right-angle plug/cable available. $560 Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery

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Cables

Don't skimp on your sound!  There is a difference.  These cables are specifically recommended by engineer David Enke.  The combination below is for either Basic System above.  A right angle stereo phone jack plugs into your harp guitar, runs 25 feet and connects to a Y-cable that ends in two male phone jacks to plug into your amp or P.A.
Planet Waves 25' Stereo 1/4" Instrument Cable Right Angle (Custom Pro Series : PW-CPGSRA-25)		$39.95
Planet Waves 1/4" Female Stereo to Dual 1/4" Male Mono (PW-P047W)		$17.95
Built for the discerning musician and the most demanding situations, Planet Waves offers built-to-last durability, while accurately transferring the subtle details of your tone through our exclusive In=Out technology. Custom Pro Series cables feature Amphenol gold plated plugs for unparalleled signal transfer and a patented "jaws" retention system premium strain relief and durability. Ultra-pure twisted pair, oxygen-free conductors ensure pure signal clarity and precise transmission of your instrument's true character. Additionally, two layers of impenetrable noise-rejecting shielding deliver the ultimate high-performance cable. And, all Planet Waves cables are guaranteed for life!