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Best Fishman Piezo Pickups 2025

Premium Fishman piezo pickups - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Live Performance For Recording For Folk For Classical For Fingerstyle For Bright Tones
BRANDS: Fishman L.R.Baggs
Fishman Acoustic Matrix Series - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Fishman Acoustic Matrix Series

by Fishman
Fingerstyle Live Performance Recording
Key Feature:
• Good feedback resistance for live use
✓ PROS
  • • Captures transient details well
  • • Wide dynamic range and frequency response
✗ CONS
  • • Installation can be complex
  • • May lack warmth compared to magnetic pickups

Fishman Acoustic Matrix Series, Pickup, Fishman Acoustic Matrix series, Wide format: 3.2 mm, Without accessories

⭐ 4.5/5 (25 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 112252
$87
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fishman PRO-AGX-312 Undersaddle Pickup - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Fishman PRO-AGX-312 Undersaddle Pickup

by Fishman
Recording Live Performance Classical
Key Feature:
• Excellent string definition and clarity
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent string definition and clarity
  • • Wide dynamic range and frequency response
✗ CONS
  • • Can sound harsh or quacky if not EQd properly
  • • Installation can be complex

Fishman PRO-AGX-312 Undersaddle Pickup, Pickups for Acoustic Guitars, For mounting under the bridge, Passive - does not...

⭐ 4.6/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 171416
$131
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fishman AG-125 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Fishman AG-125

by Fishman
Folk Recording Classical
Key Feature:
• Excellent string definition and clarity
✓ PROS
  • • Usually invisible installation
  • • Good feedback resistance for live use
✗ CONS
  • • May lack warmth compared to magnetic pickups
  • • Requires careful preamp matching

Fishman AG-125High-quality PickupFor acoustic guitarsFor installation under the bridge saddlePassive - no batteries are...

⭐ 4.5/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 108563
$117
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fishman AGX094 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Fishman AGX094

by Fishman
Fingerstyle Recording Bright Tones
Key Feature:
• Excellent string definition and clarity
✓ PROS
  • • Captures transient details well
  • • Excellent string definition and clarity
✗ CONS
  • • Installation can be complex
  • • Requires careful preamp matching

Fishman AGX094, Passive Piezo Bridge Pickup, For 12-string acoustic guitars and concert guitars, With passive...

⭐ 4.5/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 136295
$120
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fishman AG094 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Fishman AG094

by Fishman
Bright Tones Live Performance Classical
Key Feature:
• Wide dynamic range and frequency response
✓ PROS
  • • Usually invisible installation
  • • Captures transient details well
✗ CONS
  • • May lack warmth compared to magnetic pickups
  • • Can sound harsh or quacky if not EQd properly

Fishman AG094, Pickups for Acoustic Guitars, For mounting under the bridge, No battery is required thanks to passive...

⭐ 4.7/5 (12 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 196867
$109
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fishman Acoustic Matrix Series Narrow - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Fishman Acoustic Matrix Series Narrow

by Fishman
Folk Fingerstyle Classical
Key Feature:
• Captures transient details well
✓ PROS
  • • Wide dynamic range and frequency response
  • • Good feedback resistance for live use
✗ CONS
  • • Installation can be complex
  • • Sometimes picks up tapping and handling noise

Fishman Acoustic Matrix Series Narrow, Single Pickup, Narrow design, Width: 2.3 mm, Without an output jack and without...

⭐ 4.5/5 (5 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 175090
$76
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Piezo Pickups

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced piezo pickups typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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