The 10 best violin pickup for 2019

Finding the best violin pickup suitable for your needs isnt easy. With hundreds of choices can distract you. Knowing whats bad and whats good can be something of a minefield. In this article, weve done the hard work for you.

Best violin pickup

Product	Features	Editor's score	Go to site
	Andoer Cherub WCP-60V Clip-on Pickup Pick-up for Violin with 1/4" Jack 2.5M Cable Compact Professional		Go to amazon.com
	Fishman V-200 Classic Series Professional Violin Pickup		Go to amazon.com
	Kremona Violin Part (VV-3)		Go to amazon.com
	"THE FEATHER" VIOLIN PICKUP with FLEXIBLE MICRO-GOOSE NECK by Myers Pickups ~ See it in ACTION! Copy and paste: myerspickups.com		Go to amazon.com
	Headway The Band Violin Pickup System		Go to amazon.com
	Barcus Berry 3100 Clamp-On Bridge Violin Piezo Pickup		Go to amazon.com
	KNA VV-1 Violin/Viola Pickup		Go to amazon.com
	Luvay Acoustic Guitar Pickup, Piezo Contact Microphone Transducer for Acoustic Guitar, Ukulele, Violin, Mandolin, Banjo, Cello, Kalimba etc.		Go to amazon.com
	LR Baggs Violin Pickup with External Jack Mount		Go to amazon.com
	Fishman V-100 Classic Series Violin/Viola Pickup		Go to amazon.com

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1. Andoer Cherub WCP-60V Clip-on Pickup Pick-up for Violin with 1/4" Jack 2.5M Cable Compact Professional

Feature

100% brand new
A professional Cherub pickup for violin- 1/4' jack with 2.5m cable.
Clip-on design, easy to fix on violin stably.
Able to eliminate external noise.
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Description

Specifications:
Cable length: Approx. 250cm/ 8.2ft
Jack: 1/4'
Color: Black
Product weight: 32g / 1.2oz
Package size: 5.5 * 3.5 * 11.5cm / 2.2 * 1.4 * 4.5in
Package weight: 43g * 1.5oz

Package List:
1 * Pick-up

2. Fishman V-200 Classic Series Professional Violin Pickup

Feature

Piezo-ceramic pickup
Lightweight to minimize muting
An impedance matching preamp isrecommended, but not required
Easy installation with no alteration

Description

The same pickup element as the V-100, the V-200 employs a Carpenter-style, 1/4' output jack which mounts on the side of the instrument with chinrest-style hardware. An impedance-matching preamp is recommended, but not required. Easy installation with no alteration!

3. Kremona Violin Part (VV-3)

Feature

Lightweight, wood-encased sensor delivers the natural sound of your instrument.
Solid ebony, cork-lined 1/4" Carpenter jack holds firmly to the instrument via an adjustable cork-lined clamp.
Detachable, or may remain installed when not in use
Professional sound with slight to no modification of instrument during installation
Handcrafted in Europe

Description

VV-3 is a natural, detachable passive piezo pickup solution for violin and viola. Encased in lightweight tone wood, the VV-3 sensor installs in the eye of the viol bridge with minimal modification. VV-3 features a solid ebony, cork-lined Carpenter jack with an adjustable barreled clamp, keeping it firmly in place during performances. VV-3 is handcrafted in Europe.

4. "THE FEATHER" VIOLIN PICKUP with FLEXIBLE MICRO-GOOSE NECK by Myers Pickups ~ See it in ACTION! Copy and paste: myerspickups.com

Feature

Myers Pickups introduces their NEW lightweight powerhouse. So light that we named it "The Feather." So compact that it can be positioned on a multitude of instruments without modification or permanent installation and still faithfully amplifies the natural tone and beauty of your instrument! (INSTRUMENT NOT INCLUDED).
Fully equipped with an internally powered, active preamp to produce the richest sound your instrument can deliver! Power-source (included) is pre-installed and each pickup is meticulously tested before delivery. No phantom power needed! Compatible with most wireless systems!
Complete out of the box, plug in and play! All mounting hardware included. Instantly turn your instrument into an acoustic/electric instrument with VOLUME! Compatible with almost any musical instrument! Made in the USA. My promise to you: "Our company is built on integrity and quality. If you are not 100% SATISFIED with this pickup, I will gladly refund your money with no questions asked!" ~ Gregg Myers, President/Owner of Myers Pickups
For more information, videos and additional models please visit: myerspickups.com. Please google us too!
(INSTRUMENT NOT INCLUDED)

Description

SPECIFICATIONS: Compact Design. Soft Rubber Fluted Volume Knob. Powered Active Preamp. Power Source (included). Mounting Hardware (included). 1/4" Input Jack with Preamp Switch Activation. Built-in Highly Sensitive Omnidirectional Pickup Mic. Effect Pedal Compatibility. Made in the USA. Patents Pending.

5. Headway The Band Violin Pickup System

Feature

Easy instant fitting and transferability
Warmth and clarity of tone
Reduced feedback and body boom
No bowing nose
No batteries required - Plugs directly into mixing desk or combo amp

Description

Amplify any viola or violin easily without modifications! Headway's The Band Violin Pickup System gives you a compact, durable, and easy-to-install pickup capable of providing electric amplification for your violin or viola without the need for any destructive modifications to the instrument itself. The benefits of The Band are many: You'll get far greater volume levels before feedback compared to using a microphone. In addition to cutting feedback, The Band reduces bowing noise and body sounds and gives you the ability to filter out excessive treble. Thanks to The Band violin and viola pickup you'll have more freedom to use the stage when you're no longer tied down to your microphone stand during performances. Just think how much faster you'll get through sound checks with this unique band-shaped pickup on your violin or viola! The increased headroom (volume) before feedback offered by The Band pickup enables you to monitor your violin without problems from modest to high volumes. The Band wraps around your violin under the strings and is firmly secured with 2 Velcro hook-and-loop strips in a 3-step process: 1. Pass the end of The Band pickup tube under the strings between the bridge and the tailpiece and wrap it around the violin's waist. 2. Strap the 2 ends of the tube firmly around the violin's back and secure with the provided Velcro strip. 3. Wrap the other provided Velcro tape is around the first to provide additional security for the mounted pickup. Headway's The Band instant pickup works equally well on violins and violas and is covered with a stylish black material that will not detract from your instrument's appearance.

6. Barcus Berry 3100 Clamp-On Bridge Violin Piezo Pickup

Feature

Clamps easily to the violin bridge and connects via cable to the 3100P output jack. Offers wide band frequency response and excellent string balance.
Feedback rejection feature provides excellent signal isolation for clear, true reproduction of the violin's sound.
No additional tools or holes to drill - making attachment and removal a breeze.

Description

Clamp-On Bridge Violin Piezo Pickup (Pickup only, no pre-amp)

7. KNA VV-1 Violin/Viola Pickup

Feature

Delivers the natural sound of your violin or viola
Wooden sensor casing is lightweight, unobtrusive and installs in the eye of the bridge with minimal modification
Detachable, or may remain installed when not in used
Accepts 1/4" cable jack

Description

VV-1 is a natural, detachable passive piezo pickup solution for violin and viola. Encased in lightweight tone wood, the VV-1 sensor installs in the eye of the viol bridge with minimal modification. Adjustable input jack housing clamps are lined with soft, protective cork. Accepts a 1/4" jack.

8. Luvay Acoustic Guitar Pickup, Piezo Contact Microphone Transducer for Acoustic Guitar, Ukulele, Violin, Mandolin, Banjo, Cello, Kalimba etc.

Feature

Volume adjustable, with a control knob
Fit for most of instrument, such as guitar, ukulele, violin, etc.
Easy to install, can be sticked near sound hole with self-adhensive, which can be reused
Mini design, comes with 10 ft amplifier cable(standard 1/4" connector) and 4 x stickers
Good/clear/crisp sound quality, away from squeal feedback

Description

Application method

Pickup--Cable--amp (other mixer equipmet)

Application method

Pickup--Cable--sound card input port--computer audio input port (app needed)

Volume adjustable with a control knob

high fidelity, Good/ clear/ crisp sound quality, away from squeal feedback

Easy to install, can be sticked with self-adhensive, 4 x stickers included, which can be reused

No need to punch hole

No battery needed

Brass plating material plug, anti noise disturbance

comes with 10 ft amplifier cable (standard 1/4" connector) and 4 x stickers

9. LR Baggs Violin Pickup with External Jack Mount

Feature

Superieur Despiau "Two Tree" maple bridge
Even string-to-string balance
Highly feedback-resistant
External jack mount

Description

The Violin pickup is built directly into a high quality bridge and comes stock with a chin-rest Jack

10. Fishman V-100 Classic Series Violin/Viola Pickup

Feature

Mounts in the wing slot of the violin bridge with Fishman's patented Floating Mount system
Piezo-ceramic pickup
Lightweight to minimize muting
An impedance-matching preamp is recommended, but not required
Easy installation with no alteration

Description

This piezo-ceramic pickup mounts in the wing slot of the violin bridge with Fishman's patented Floating Mount System. Lightweight to minimize muting, it includes a mini jack which mounts to the tailpiece. A 10' 1/8' to 1/4' cable is included. An impedance-matching preamp is recommended, but not required. Easy installation with no alteration!

Conclusion

All above are our suggestions for violin pickup. This might not suit you, so we prefer that you read all detail information also customer reviews to choose yours. Please also help to share your experience when using violin pickup with us by comment in this post. Thank you!