Kna Pickups VV-3 - Micro Piezo Violin/Alto
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A Pickup Designed to Amplify the Acoustic Sound Without Altering It
The KNA Pickups VV is aimed at musicians who want to amplify their instrument while preserving its personality. Its approach prioritizes ease of use and reliability on stage: a compact system, stable mechanical mounting, and passive electronics that avoid battery constraints. It is a particularly relevant solution for contexts where one quickly switches between acoustic playing and amplification.
Intended Use and Target Audience
This microphone is suitable for violinists (and many violists ) from beginner to advanced levels seeking immediate amplification for rehearsals, stage, dances, contemporary music, folk, jazz, or amplified ensembles. The integrated volume control facilitates real-time adjustment (balance, bow changes, more dynamic passages). In very noisy environments, a piezo pickup is often appreciated for its resistance to feedback compared to a condenser microphone, while requiring good gain and EQ management.
Sound Characteristics
The VV uses a bridge-mounted piezo pickup : this type of transducer directly captures vibrations transmitted by the bridge, promoting precise attack, good definition, and excellent clarity in the mix. The reproduction emphasizes bow articulation and the instrument's dynamic response, generally delivering a more "direct" sound than an external microphone. The passive design maintains a simple and reliable signal chain, while the integrated volume allows you to adjust the signal at the source for better balance with other instruments or amplification.
Technical specifications
| Color | Black |
| Finishing | Ebony |
| Passive design | does not require a battery |
| Clamp adjustability (min and max) | 33 mm to 43 mm |
| Piezo diameter | 11.8 mm |
| Piezo thickness | 1.8 mm +/- 0.10 mm |
| Power cable length | 15 cm |
| Maximum impedance | 1500 ohms |
| Weight | 36 g |
Questions frequently asked
Is the KNA Pickups VV-3 compatible with a viola?
The adjustable clamp accepts an opening from 33 to 43 mm. This size fits violins and many violas, provided that the instrument's mounting dimension falls within this range.
What sound does this piezo pickup deliver for violin?
The piezo sensor mounted on the bridge provides precise attack and highlights the bow articulation. Its diameter is 11.8 mm with a thickness of 1.8 mm (± 0.10 mm).
Does the VV-3 require a battery?
Thanks to its passive design, this pickup operates without a battery.
Is the volume adjustable directly on the pickup?
A built-in volume control allows adjustment of the output level at the source. It facilitates changes during soundchecks or more dynamic passages. The specified cable length is 15 cm.
Is this pickup suitable for a stage with high sound volume?
In noisy environments, the piezo sensor fixed to the bridge is appreciated for its resistance to feedback. Proper gain and EQ management remain necessary. Its weight of 36 g limits the added mass on the instrument.
