Kna Pickups VV-3V - Piezo Violin/Viola Microphone (+ Potentiometer)
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Kna Pickups
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A Microphone Designed to Respect the Instrument
The KNA Pickups VV follows a "plug-and-play" approach intended for bowed strings: a piezo sensor and lightweight design to preserve the instrument's response and dynamics. The ebony jack housing and lightweight wooden sensor contribute to a clean and elegant integration, ideal for musicians who want to amplify their violin or viola without invasive intervention.
For Which Musicians and Contexts?
This microphone is aimed at violinists and violists of all levels who play amplified: stage, rehearsals, theater, folk, traditional music, jazz, pop, or contemporary music. Its installation without modification is particularly suitable for musicians who frequently switch between acoustic playing and amplification, seeking a reliable, quick-to-mount, and easy-to-adjust solution.
Sound Characteristics
The piezo sensor on the bridge highlights the bow attack, precision, and projection, while aiming for a reproduction close to the acoustic timbre. The passive design favors simplicity and transparency: no power supply to manage, and a direct response. The built-in volume control allows on-the-fly level adjustment, useful for balancing the instrument in a mix or adapting to the sensitivity of the amplification system.
Technical specifications
| Color | Black | Finishing | Ebony |
| Passive design | no battery required | Clamp adjustability (min and max) | 33 mm to 43 mm |
| Piezo diameter | 11.8 mm | Maximum impedance | 1500 ohms |
| Piezo thickness | 1.8 mm +/- 0.10 mm | Potentiometer | 500K ohms |
| Power cable length | 15 cm | Weight | 45 g |
Questions frequently asked
Is the KNA Pickups VV-3V compatible with both violin and viola?
This model is designed for amplifying both violin and viola. Its clamps are adjustable from 33 to 43 mm.
Does this piezo microphone require a battery?
The passive design requires no battery. The integrated 500 kOhm potentiometer allows volume adjustment directly on the system.
How is the sensor attached to the violin?
The 11.8 mm diameter piezo is placed on the bridge without invasive modification to the instrument. The jack housing features an ebony finish and the sensor is built on a lightweight wooden design. This setup supports switching between acoustic playing and amplification.
What sound does a piezo on the violin bridge produce?
The bridge-mounted sensor emphasizes bow attack, precision, and projection. Its passive design aims to deliver a sound close to the acoustic tone.
What is the weight of the KNA VV-3V microphone?
Weighing 45 g, the assembly combines a lightweight sensor with an ebony jack housing.
