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My primary reasons for choosing LR Baggs Radius Pickup were three-fold: First there was the need to be heard in jams where my mando would otherwise be drowned out by louder instruments. Secondly: reading other positive reviews. And Thirdly: I didn't want to permanently attach the device to my instrument. I shopped around online and ordered from Django Books because they are competitively priced and local (Seattle). I am pleased with the pickup and use it in tandem with the para-acoustic DI pre-...
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LR Baggs Radius Pickup for Mandolin

LR Baggs Radius Pickup for Mandolin

Developed primarily by Bo Radis, transducer department manager, with an assist by Micah Marquettthe the Radius pickup is a small wonder. It was developed primarily for the mandolin but may be used successfully on many other smaller high voiced instruments, including the violin.

At the heart of the transducer is a highly flexible beam with a .004" thin film sensor, similar to mic diaphragm material, attached to it's surface. The beam is held in equilibrium and damped by another LR Baggs innovation - opposing Neodymium magnets. The sensor floats between the magnets and is not bogged down in viscous fluid or clamped between elastomeric pads, so it is completely free to respond instantly to the smallest nuance without artifact or coloration. Also, the magnets are tuned to progressively damp the sensor and respond naturally to the dynamics of the instrument.

The frequnecy response is linear, silky smooth and accurate with an astonishing natural and effortless sound. Unlike most soundboard transducers, the Radius is also very tolerant to placement and works well in a variety of locations. The output of the device is quite strong which allows passive use with a normal length cord without a preamp into most acoustic amps. The case is injection molded of a non-resonant conductive ABS material developed in collaboration with a respected plastics manufacturer. The CAD designed case acts like a vault for the transducer insuring ultra quiet operation. 

The Radius may be mounted to the outside surface of the instrument with a removable, non-destructive adhesive or to the inside with VHB adhesive. The Radius "kit" includes adhesive, 1 1/4" stereo jack and a side mount jack holder to enable internal or external mounting. 
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LR Baggs Radius

Pros: East of use, simplicity, adhesive attachment

Cons: All things considered, none really

My primary reasons for choosing LR Baggs Radius Pickup were three-fold: First there was the need to be heard in jams where my mando would otherwise be drowned out by louder instruments. Secondly: reading other positive reviews. And Thirdly: I didn't want to permanently attach the device to my instrument. I shopped around online and ordered from Django Books because they are competitively priced and local (Seattle). I am pleased with the pickup and use it in tandem with the para-acoustic DI pre-amp that gives me a bit more local control over volume and gain. I've been satisfied with the performance of the two devices, understanding fully that searching for the perfect pickup is the holy grail for acoustic instrumentalists.

Submitted by: jarch on 04/25/2011 09:29:35 AM

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