Harley Benton TrueTone SH-30H Pro Active
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Harley Benton
TrueTone SH-30H Pro Active
Product Info
Article Number:
568909
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
TrueTone SH-30H Pro Active
Category:
Magnetic Pickups for Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$64.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Harley Benton pickup is a clever solution for acoustic players needing amplified tone without feedback. The hybrid design gives you a surprisingly full sound, and the active preamp really cuts through a mix. It's a great option for gigging steel-string players on a budget who want a versatile, amplified acoustic voice.
Product Description
- Harley Benton TrueTone SH-30H Pro Active
- Pickup for Acoustic Steel String Guitars
- Active magnetic soundhole pickup
- Active ultra-low noise design
- Combination of magnetic humbucker that picks up the strings and built-in microphone that picks up the resonance of the body
- Built-in volume and microphone controller
- Powered by two CR2032 batteries for up to 160 hours of playing time
- Included 70 cm cable with 6.3 mm jack plug
- Dimensions: 107 x 34.5 x 19.5 mm
*Note:* not suitable for instruments with nylon strings
PROS
- • Hybrid design captures both string articulation and acoustic body resonance.
- • Active circuitry provides exceptionally low noise, crucial for quiet stage environments.
- • Built-in volume and mic blend control offers convenient on-the-fly adjustments.
- • CR2032 battery power delivers a surprisingly long 160 hours of use.
CONS
- • Magnetic-only design limits suitability; nylon strings will sound thin and lifeless.
- • Active preamp introduces slight compression, potentially flattening dynamic range.
- • Relatively large size (107mm) may not fit all soundholes comfortably.
Product Video
Key Features
Type
Active Magnetic/Microphone Hybrid Soundhole Pickup
Strings
Steel String Acoustic Guitars Only
Output
6.3mm (1/4 inch) Mono Jack
Installation
Soundhole Mount – Requires Minimal Modification
Controls
Onboard Volume and Microphone Blend Control
Weight
Approximately 120g (including cable and batteries)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The mic blend adds warmth and body, simulating more of the acoustic guitar's natural resonance; too much can introduce feedback.
Yes, the low noise floor makes it a decent option for direct recording, though a dedicated preamp might further enhance the signal.
The addition of a microphone component distinguishes it; most magnetic pickups only capture string vibrations, lacking the body resonance this provides.
