Schertler Pickups and Preamps

The acoustic electrodynamic transducer from Schertler is patented worldwide. The heart of the transducer is a coil which moves through a decoupled magnetic field to create a voltage differential, delivering a true response to the acoustic vibrations of the instrument’s body. Schertler DYN-Series transducers provide a sound that is exceptionally “acoustic” in nature, a pickup quality until now thought impossible to produce. The sound is close to that of a studio microphone, but without the on-stage problems of bleed or feedback.

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The Schertler STAT-Series electrostatic system was designed and patented in 1988 and is used by thousands of musicians worldwide. STAT-Series transducers are well known for their high feedback resistance and for providing an impressive “bridge sound” without the harshness or distortion of a piezo pickup. STATs provide a full and realistic string instrument sound, never harsh or shrill with full bass tones and clear, bright trebles.

STAT-Series transducers are ideal for rock, fusion and jazz, where loud amplified levels can otherwise create feedback problems. Furthermore, STATs work very effectively with signal processors and effects.

Available for five specific string instrument applications,STAT-MACC (Gypsy guitar) STAT-V (violin and viola), STAT-C (cello) and STAT-B (double bass), each variant takes into consideration the individual characteristics of each instrument and works well for all playing styles.

Installation is simple: the pickup capsule is placed in one of the bridge wing cutouts. Constructed with soft cork on one end of the capsule, the cork is easily carved to the curvature of the cutout. Once mounted, a STAT transducer can remain on the instrument indefinitely. Likewise, the STAT can be easily removed and reinstalled as necessary.

Schertler STAT-Series transducers require 9-volt power and a Schertler preamplifier. Each STAT-Set includes a battery-driven STAT-PRE preamp, while the STAT-SELECT Set includes the more sophisticated PRE-AII. The PRE-AII is driven by a regulated AC power supply which in turn powers the STAT transducer.

Both Sets include a high-quality Schertler cable and specially designed clips to attach the connectors to the tailpiece of the instrument.

LYDiA. The result of more than 10 years research and development in the field of under-saddle systems, LYDiA reproduces the true sound of the instrument via a revolutionary, ultra linear condenser microphone with solid diaphragm and integrated electronic settings. The new sensor is based on SCHERTLER’s unique “air chamber” technology. Its hi-tech miniaturized construction and effective shielding make it extremely safe and reliable in all types of performance situation.  The result is an impressive natural sound and a dramatically improved dynamic.

The technology is also compatible with previous SCHERTLER under-saddle systems, offering a practical “upgrade” option for guitarists looking to get the very best from their instrument

A new sound in the magnetic pickup panorama

Schertler introduces the revolutionary MAGNETICO series of fretted instrument pickups.  Based on a completely different concept from standard single coil or humbucker pickups, MAGNETICO uniquely combines high-end Schertler electronics with active multiple coil technology. This results in fast transient behaviour, an incredibly flat frequency response and a transparent rich sound across the full range of the instrument.

Schertler offers two preamplifiers, each with Class-A constant current technology to provide stable power to the system and, in some cases, to the instrument transducer. Both the STAT-PRE and PRE-A II were conceived and designed to provide the highest level of audiophile performance in demanding on-stage applications. STAT-PRE allows control of instrument volume, while PRE-A II has a variety of equalization controls to further tailor individual sounds.

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