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Best Piezo Pickups for Bright Tones 2025

Perfect piezo pickups for bright-tones - easy to play and learn on

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
L.R.Baggs Anthem SS - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

L.R.Baggs Anthem SS

by L.R.Baggs
Recording Bright Tones Fingerstyle
Key Feature:
• Wide dynamic range and frequency response
✓ PROS
  • • Captures transient details well
  • • Good feedback resistance for live use
✗ CONS
  • • Requires careful preamp matching
  • • Sometimes picks up tapping and handling noise

L.R.Baggs Anthem SSPickup for Acoustic GuitarAnthem SS pickup systemModel for guitars with a split saddlePickup:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (18 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 600891
$405
Buy at Thomann View Details
Ehrlund Microphones EAP System TRS - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Ehrlund Microphones EAP System TRS

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

Ehrlund Microphones EAP SystemContact Microphone/Piezo for Instrument PickupWith high-quality preampLinear frequency...

⭐ 4.6/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 429923
$516
Buy at Thomann View Details
L.R.Baggs Anthem SL/SS - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

L.R.Baggs Anthem SL/SS

by L.R.Baggs
Bright Tones Fingerstyle Recording
Key Feature:
• Wide dynamic range and frequency response
✓ PROS
  • • Usually invisible installation
  • • Good feedback resistance for live use
✗ CONS
  • • Sometimes picks up tapping and handling noise
  • • Installation can be complex

L.R.Baggs Anthem SL/SSPickup for Acoustic GuitarAnthem SL/SS pickup systemSplit Saddle modelPickup: Patented TRU•MIC...

⭐ 4.9/5 (27 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 600894
$373
Buy at Thomann View Details
L.R.Baggs EAS VTC SS Set - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

L.R.Baggs EAS VTC SS Set

by L.R.Baggs
Classical Folk Live Performance
Key Feature:
• Good feedback resistance for live use
✓ PROS
  • • Good feedback resistance for live use
  • • Captures transient details well
✗ CONS
  • • Requires careful preamp matching
  • • Sometimes picks up tapping and handling noise

L.R.Baggs EAS VTC SS SetPickup for Acoustic GuitarEAS VTC/SS pickup systemModel for guitars with a split saddleActive...

⭐ 4.7/5 (31 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 600889
$329
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
L.R.Baggs Element Active System VTC - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

L.R.Baggs Element Active System VTC

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

L.R.Baggs Element Active System VTC, Active Element Piezo Pickup, For steel-string guitars, Endpin preamp, With volume...

⭐ 4.4/5 (15 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 412143
$241
Buy at Thomann View Details
L.R.Baggs EAS SS Set - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

L.R.Baggs EAS SS Set

by L.R.Baggs
Fingerstyle Bright Tones Recording
Key Feature:
• Excellent string definition and clarity
✓ PROS
  • • Wide dynamic range and frequency response
  • • Excellent string definition and clarity
✗ CONS
  • • Installation can be complex
  • • Can sound harsh or quacky if not EQd properly

L.R.Baggs EAS SS SetPickup for Acoustic GuitarEAS/SS pickup systemModel for guitars with a split saddleActive...

⭐ 4.5/5 (47 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 600890
$318
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fishman AG-125 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

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 PRO-AGX-312 Undersaddle Pickup - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

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 Acoustic Matrix Series - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

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 Acoustic Matrix Series Narrow - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

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
Fishman AGX094 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

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

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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