Journey Instruments JourneyTek Passive 3-piezo
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JourneyTek Passive 3-piezo
Product Info
Article Number:
488551
Brand:
Journey Instruments
Model:
JourneyTek Passive 3-piezo
Category:
Other Pickups
Price:
$53.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The JourneyTek is a clever little pickup system for acoustic players on a budget. It’s a surprisingly decent way to amplify your guitar’s top, offering a natural sound without the complexity of active electronics. It's a great option for gigging musicians or songwriters needing a simple, reliable amplified acoustic signal.
Product Description
- Journey Instruments JourneyTek Passive 3-piezo
- Pickup for Acoustic Guitar
- Construction: Ceramic piezo
- Installation requires no modification except for drilling of the endpin jack hole and gluing the elements to the inside of the top (in the area below the bridge)
- 3 symmetrical
- German-made ceramic piezo elements
- each 20 mm in diameter
- Incl. Trim socket
PROS
- • German-made piezo elements deliver a surprisingly natural acoustic tone
- • Passive design offers simplicity and avoids preamp noise issues
- • Compact size and symmetrical placement aid even sound distribution
- • Trim socket included simplifies wiring and installation for most setups
CONS
- • Installation requires careful gluing and endpin modification - not beginner-friendly
- • Passive nature means reliance on preamps for volume and tone shaping
- • Piezo sound can be brittle without careful EQ adjustments and blending
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Key Features
Type
Passive Piezo Pickup System
Application
Acoustic Guitar (steel-string)
Output
High impedance, suitable for acoustic amps/preamps
Mounting
Glued to guitar top, endpin jack required
Weight
Approximately 1.5 oz (43g) total
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Frequently Asked Questions
The three elements provide a wider frequency response and more even tone than a single piezo, reducing the 'quacky' sound often associated with piezo pickups.
A high-impedance acoustic preamp is essential to properly match the pickup's output and avoid signal loss; something with EQ capabilities will help tame any harshness.
While technically possible, the piezo elements are designed for steel-string acoustic guitars; using it on a nylon-string guitar may result in an unnatural or thin sound.
