Fishman V-100 CLASSIC SERIES VIOLIN/VIOLA PICKUP
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A Fishman Pickup Designed for the Stage: The V-100 Solution
The Fishman V-100 aligns with the brand's approach: offering reliable amplification for acoustic instruments, with simple setup and discreet integration. Its "Floating Mount" system is designed to fit into the violin's bridge to provide a usable live signal without permanent modification to the instrument.
Who Is It For, and In What Contexts?
This pickup is aimed at beginner to advanced violinists who want to amplify their instrument for rehearsals, stage performance, or recording. It suits both traditional genres (folk, world music) and amplified contexts (pop, rock, jazz) where a direct, stable, and easy-to-manage signal at the mix is desired.
Sound Characteristics
Thanks to its ceramic piezo technology, the V-100 captures vibrations very close to the source, with a clear attack and good output level. Its lightweight design aims to limit resonance loss and avoid "closing" the violin's sound once installed. To get the best out of the dynamics and low end, an impedance-matching preamp is recommended (though not mandatory), to achieve a more open, balanced, and musical tone on an amplifier or PA system.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To fully exploit the V-100 under professional conditions, using a high-impedance preamp is advised, particularly with compatible models such as the Platinum Stage, Platinum Pro EQ, or Powerjack. This optimizes the pickup's level, dynamics, and tonal balance, especially in live settings.
Technical specifications
| EQ | No | Notch filter | No |
| Category | piezo sensor | Low battery indicator | No |
| Type | ceramic piezo | Professional installation | No |
| Instrument | Viola | Brightness wheel | No |
| Tuner | No | Color | Grey |
| Brightness control | no | Output | mini-jack installed on the tailpiece |
| Pickup | ceramic piezo | Cable included | 10' 1/8" to 1/4" |
| Design | lightweight to minimize mute effect | Preamp | recommended but not mandatory (compatible models: Platinum Stage, Platinum Pro EQ, Powerjack) |
| Mounting | patented "Floating Mount" system (installed in the bridge) | Installation | easy, without altering the instrument |
Questions frequently asked
Does the Fishman V-100 Classic install without modifying the violin?
The patented "Floating Mount" fits into the bridge without any permanent alteration to the instrument. The installation is described as easy, and the pickup is designed to remain lightweight to minimize muffling effect.
What type of connection does the Fishman violin pickup use?
The mini-jack output attaches to the tailpiece. A 10-foot cable with 1/8" to 1/4" connectors is provided for connection to audio equipment.
Is a preamp required with this piezo pickup?
A preamp is not mandatory, but impedance matching is recommended to optimize dynamics, bass, and tonal balance. Compatible references mentioned include Fishman Platinum Stage, Platinum Pro EQ, and Powerjack. This combination allows for a more open sound when amplified or used with a PA system.
What kind of sound does the V-100 deliver on stage?
Thanks to its ceramic piezo element, this model captures vibrations at the bridge with a clear attack and good output level. This direct pickup aims for a stable signal suited to amplified contexts.
Is the V-100 suitable for folk and rock?
Its use is intended for folk, world music, jazz, pop, and rock repertoires, as well as for rehearsals, stage performance, or recording.
