Cello pickup suggestions?

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Permalink Reply by Randy Sandstrom on January 16, 2010 at 8:26am

have you looked at barcus-barry web site ? I know they have a great violin pickup, also I have seen a pick-up that is universal for guitar,mandolin,banjo look into that also

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Permalink Reply by Dan Lawrence on January 28, 2010 at 8:07am

Over the years I've seen/heard many disappointing pickups for cello. Hands down winner is the David Gage Realist. It has two little pads that fit under the bridge feet. Surprisingly enough there is very little degradation of the acoustic response.
Tonally it's the next best thing to a quality recording mic. Hope that helps.
Dan Lawrence
http://www.danlawrenceviolins.com

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Permalink Reply by David Foster-Pilkington on February 4, 2010 at 5:11am

A DPA mic is the best I've ever used for getting a bigger sound without detracting from the instruments natural accoustical sound. It hangs in a sort of mini rubber cradle betwen the bridge and the string holder. It also has the advantage of being very quick and easy to attach and remove without risking any damage to the instrument.Of course you'll also need a good sound technician who knows what a cello should sound like to balance the band...

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Permalink Reply by Erin Shrader on February 11, 2010 at 10:54am

Strings published an article on pickups for bowed instruments about two years ago. It explains the various types of pickups and mentions brands that were available at the time. Some cellists, including Turtle Island cellist Mark Summer, weighed in on their choice of gear.

Here's a link to the article http://www.stringsmagazine.com/article/default.aspx?articleid=21512

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Permalink Reply by Nathaniel Smith on February 17, 2010 at 4:55pm

I agree that the DPA cardioid mic for cello with cello clip works best. You can use it alone or in combination with a baggs or fishman built in pickup to the bridge with a carpenter jack. The built in pickup can give you an extra boost if needed. Check out the Fishman Loudbox 100 it is great for small rooms, and can be used as a monitor.

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Permalink Reply by Nathaniel Smith on February 17, 2010 at 4:58pm

I agree that the DPA cardioid mic for cello with cello clip works best. You can use it alone or in combination with a baggs or fishman built in pickup to the bridge with a carpenter jack. The built in pickup can give you an extra boost if needed. Check out the Fishman Loudbox 100. It works great in small rooms, and also as a monitor.
www.nathanielsmithcello.com

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Permalink Reply by Emmanuel G.M. 17 hours ago

Brilliantly tailored for the violin, viola, cello and bass by Ned Steinberger and David Gage, The Realist acoustic transducers are unrivaled for transparency, tonal fidelity, instrument safety, and simplicity of installation. PERFORMANCE: The patented design optimally captures the vibration of the top plate at the bridge. The realist produces the most organic or natural tone, your sound - just louder. It features the best balance between Arco and Pizzicato tones. Installation: Quick and easy installation is non-damaging to the bridge or body, and does not require a luthier. Piezo element fits neatly between the instruments bridge feet and top plate. Durable fully molded jacks for maximum reliability. Lifetime warranty on the unique clamp and Jack systems.

http://www.gostrings.com/repiforvi.html

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