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• In=Out Technology: Low capacitance for pure signal transparency
• 24k gold-plated plugs provide superior signal flow and corrosion resistance
• Two layers of shielding provide noise rejection for quiet operation
• Straight-to-straight 1/4-inch plugs for standard input jacks
• Limited lifetime guarantee

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Until recently most piezo type pickups have been placed in some way on the bridge of the instrument. This has the immediate effect of acting as a mute. This might not be a problem when amplified but is nuisance for the rest of the time as it means constantly pulling it on and off. The Realist pickup is placed under the foot of the bridge and makes very little, if any difference to the sound of the instrument. Installation is simple and generally stays on the bass at all times.

David Gage and Ned Steinberger (the creators) felt a transducer should be equal in its ability to recreate an acoustic pizzicato and arco sound through commonly used amplifiers. Furthermore, this pick-up had to be simple, dependable, and affordable. After years of consideration and tests, they have come up with a system that achieves all of these goals.

David Gage says, “We understand the hours of practice it takes to draw your sound out of your instrument, and with this pick-up we feel your voice can be heard more accurately through an amplifier. Both recording engineers and professional musicians have been startled by the great tone and even response when playing pizzicato and arco.

This durable, self-powered, transparent piezo pickup offers a focused bass sound, perfect for those musicians who want a lot of punch without loss of fidelity. The LifeLine performs well at high volumes, offering a clear sound without boom.
Mounted at the adjuster without glue or fasteners, the LifeLine will fit on most bridges without changing a thing, and it’s just as easy to take off.

“The new pickup is really amazing. I’m totally digging the sound on stage; so much presence and no feedback problems at very loud volumes.” —Tony Garnier, Bassist and Musical Director for Bob Dylan

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Until recently most piezo type pickups have been placed in some way on the bridge of the instrument. This has the immediate effect of acting as a mute. This might not be a problem when amplified but is nuisance for the rest of the time as it means constantly pulling it on and off. The Realist pickup is placed under the foot of the bridge and makes very little, if any difference to the sound of the instrument. Installation is simple and generally stays on the bass at all times.

David Gage and Ned Steinberger (the creators) felt a transducer should be equal in its ability to recreate an acoustic pizzicato and arco sound through commonly used amplifiers. Furthermore, this pick-up had to be simple, dependable, and affordable. After years of consideration and tests, they have come up with a system that achieves all of these goals.

David Gage says, “We understand the hours of practice it takes to draw your sound out of your instrument, and with this pick-up we feel your voice can be heard more accurately through an amplifier. Both recording engineers and professional musicians have been startled by the great tone and even response when playing pizzicato and arco.

There are many variables with amplifiers, leads, and other sound reinforcement equipment and there are no perfect solutions. However, the Realist is simple, intelligently designed and one of the best solutions currently available.

John Patitucci (Bassist) The most natural sounding pick-up I’ve ever heard. You wouldn’t believe the sound of it through my rig. It feels great — I’m totally into it. I’m really happy with it. It’s easy, I love it. I can go from pizzicato to arco without any hesitation.

Also available for cello, viola and violin.

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Until recently most piezo type pickups have been placed in some way on the bridge of the instrument. This has the immediate effect of acting as a mute. This might not be a problem when amplified but is nuisance for the rest of the time as it means constantly pulling it on and off. The Realist pickup is placed under the foot of the bridge and makes very little, if any difference to the sound of the instrument. Installation is simple and generally stays on the bass at all times.

David Gage and Ned Steinberger (the creators) felt a transducer should be equal in its ability to recreate an acoustic pizzicato and arco sound through commonly used amplifiers. Furthermore, this pick-up had to be simple, dependable, and affordable. After years of consideration and tests, they have come up with a system that achieves all of these goals.

David Gage says, “We understand the hours of practice it takes to draw your sound out of your instrument, and with this pick-up we feel your voice can be heard more accurately through an amplifier. Both recording engineers and professional musicians have been startled by the great tone and even response when playing pizzicato and arco.

There are many variables with amplifiers, leads, and other sound reinforcement equipment and there are no perfect solutions. However, the Realist is simple, intelligently designed and one of the best solutions currently available.

John Patitucci (Bassist) The most natural sounding pick-up I’ve ever heard. You wouldn’t believe the sound of it through my rig. It feels great — I’m totally into it. I’m really happy with it. It’s easy, I love it. I can go from pizzicato to arco without any hesitation.

Also available for cello, viola and violin.

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Until recently most piezo type pickups have been placed in some way on the bridge of the instrument. This has the immediate effect of acting as a mute. This might not be a problem when amplified but is nuisance for the rest of the time as it means constantly pulling it on and off. The Realist pickup is placed under the foot of the bridge and makes very little, if any difference to the sound of the instrument. Installation is simple and generally stays on the bass at all times.

David Gage and Ned Steinberger (the creators) felt a transducer should be equal in its ability to recreate an acoustic pizzicato and arco sound through commonly used amplifiers. Furthermore, this pick-up had to be simple, dependable, and affordable. After years of consideration and tests, they have come up with a system that achieves all of these goals.

David Gage says, “We understand the hours of practice it takes to draw your sound out of your instrument, and with this pick-up we feel your voice can be heard more accurately through an amplifier. Both recording engineers and professional musicians have been startled by the great tone and even response when playing pizzicato and arco.

There are many variables with amplifiers, leads, and other sound reinforcement equipment and there are no perfect solutions. However, the Realist is simple, intelligently designed and one of the best solutions currently available.

John Patitucci (Bassist) The most natural sounding pick-up I’ve ever heard. You wouldn’t believe the sound of it through my rig. It feels great — I’m totally into it. I’m really happy with it. It’s easy, I love it. I can go from pizzicato to arco without any hesitation.

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Jazzwise review October 2013

A gigging musician playing any acoustic instrument will know the difficulties in reproducing the sonic qualities at a cafe or pub gig, that sounded so great at home.

The EDM-1 Acoustic Pre-Amp solves these problems by taking the signal from the instruments’ pickup and giving you complete control over the bass, mid and treble, helping to add a richness while achieving a beautifully clean sound.

Control like never before.

The Range control is a Hi-Pass filter that has settings for several different instruments including; Rock Acoustic (300Hz), Ukulele, Violin/Mandolin, Viola, Tenor G, Bouzouki, Guitar (80Hz), Low D Guitar, Cello, Baritone and Bass. Able to be mounted on a belt clip or screwed onto a mic stand, the EDM-1 is built into a sturdy metal casing which comes with a set of batteries and rubber feet.

The EDM-1 is an essential piece of kit for acoustic players – solo, duet or in a small band – who need to keep a handle over their sound and deliver an authentic acoustic tone to the masses.

The EDM-1 Specs:

• 3 Band EQ

• Tuneable “Range” Control covers all instruments

• 9v Phantom Power assignable to “Ring” or “Tip”
• XLR Adaptor included – Converts Output Jack to XLR Balanced DI Out
• 3 Way Impedance Selector
• Earth Lift Switch
• Mute Switch
• Battery, Mains (adapter optional) or Phantom Powered

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The 4099B is a unique clip microphone inheriting the sonic approach from the legendary DPA studio microphones to a new instrument microphone. Representing years of research and development, the 4099 condenser microphones feature supercardioid polar patterns for superior gain-before-feedback. Fully capable of handling the instrument’s dynamic range and subtle details, these microphones live up to their pedigree with sound as accurate as DPA’s other world-class microphones.

Despite its tiny, discreet size and elegant, lightweight design, 4099B is extremely rugged. The versatile gooseneck provides stable and repeatable positioning. The mics can be easily unclipped and repositioned or moved to another instrument with only one hand, while the mounting system is designed never to mar or scratch the finish of your instrument.

Reduce cable clutter on stage by using the DAO4099 Double Cable. The cable carries both the 4099 mic extension cable and a pick-up jack connection in one dual cable run in a nylon sock. The jack uses high quality Mogami cable and gold Neutrik connectors. At the instrument end there is a right-angled connector. The microphone extension is the DPA miniature cable.

Through the use of our extensive adapter system, the 4099 is compatible with virtually any wireless system and can also be used as a standard 48V phantom powered microphone via the included XLR connector.

Fleet owners of 4099s will appreciate the multiplicity of using the microphone for a number of different instruments simply by moving the microphone/gooseneck part to another instrument clip from the range.

With its very flexible design for a wide variety of mounting and positioning possibilities along with its extremely natural sound, the 4099 is truly a musician’s mic without equal. Continuing DPA’s heritage of sonic excellence, this series of microphones achieves the purest reproduction of your instrument and therefore your full range of expression.

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