National Reso-Phonic Slimline Pickup BRN
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National Reso-Phonic
Slimline Pickup BRN
Product Info
Article Number:
397679
Brand:
National Reso-Phonic
Model:
Slimline Pickup BRN
Category:
Magnetic Pickups for Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$328.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This National Slimline is a seriously clever piece of kit. It's designed specifically for resonator guitars and captures their unique voice with a warm, powerful humbucker sound. Ideal for blues, bluegrass, and roots music players who want a robust amplified tone without a bulky pickup system.
Product Description
- National Reso-Phonic Slimline Pickup BRN
- Humbucking Pickup
- Only 5.5 mm thick
- Is mounted on the top at the end of the fret board
- Contains the best features of an extremely warm sounding humbucker with sufficient acoustic sound to reproduce the nuances of the actual resonator vibrations
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 72.4 x 38.4 x 5.5 mm
- Colour: Bright Nickel
PROS
- • Slim profile minimizes acoustic resonance disruption
- • Humbucker design eliminates noise and provides strong output
- • Bright Nickel finish complements resonator aesthetics
- • Excellent reproduction of resonator's natural tonal complexity
CONS
- • Limited tonal flexibility compared to multi-pickup systems
- • Mounting position might require fretboard modification for optimal access
- • Bright Nickel finish can be prone to fingerprints and slight tarnishing
Product Video
Key Features
Type
Humbucking Magnetic Pickup
Strings
Suitable for 6-string acoustic guitars
Output
High, designed for amplification
Installation
Mounts directly to the guitar top near the fretboard
Controls
Passive, requires external preamp/EQ for tonal shaping
Weight
Approximately 60g
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Frequently Asked Questions
At 5.5mm, it's thin enough to minimize dampening, but the magnetic field will still subtly alter the resonance; it’s a trade-off for amplified power.
Yes, it’s specifically engineered for National resonators, but position adjustment might be needed to avoid fretboard interference.
While you *can* plug it directly into an amp, a preamp is highly recommended to optimize the signal and control the overall tone.
