Fishman Matrix
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 Fishman Matrix Wire Clips  US $24.97
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 Fishman Matrix Infinity Pickup Narrow Split Format 23mm with Split Saddle US $471.09
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 Fishman Matrix Infinity System for Wide Saddles US $149.95
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 Fishman Matrix Infinity Wide NEW US $149.95
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 Fishman Acoustic Matrix VT Natural I Pickup 1 piece US $140.00
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 Fishman Ellipse VT Matrix Pickup and Preamp System for Acoustic Guitar Wide US $129.99
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RainSong's OM-1000 and CA Guitars 5S-CE are similar guitars. Certainly - carbon fiber construction, small, slim bodies. However, when placed side by side, the two are quite different instruments.
Let's start with sound. The RainSong reminds me of a guitar with maple back and sides; indeed, RainSong's website describes the OM-1000 as having a "crystal bell clarity, balance, superb separation of individual notes." This is a great guitar for individual note-picking, but strumming does not work out well. The CA 5S-CE, on the other hand, has a very "woody" sound that reminds me of a guitar with mahogany back and sides. It's also got a deep voice, and, like its cousin the Cargo, will surprise you with the bass and volume coming from such a small-bodied guitar. This guitar is also built for individual notes, as is the RainSong.
Next, let's look at some structural differences. Both guitars have slim bodies, but the RainSong, at 4.125 inches, is deeper than the CA is, which is at 3.25 inches. Also, the CA has a bevel on the top of the back, which allows for the instrument to fit snugly against the player's body. Also, the cutaway is quite different. The RainSong has a soft cutaway, but because of the heel block, you need to make a small hand shift to get beyond the 15th fret. The 5S-CE has a sharp cutaway, and because of CA's double cutaway - back and sides - your hand slides smoothly all the way up to the 20th fret.
Some other noticeable differences: Both guitars are equipped with Gotoh tuners, but the RainSong's have a 1:18 ratio, whereas the CA 5S-CE [http://www.macnichol.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=MGAM&Product_Code=5S-CE&Category_Code=CA_Guitars] have a 1:15 ratio. The RainSong has a glossy natural finish that highlights the carbon fiber weave, whereas the CA is available in either carbon reveal, red, wine, or charcoal. The RainSong's electronics are L.R. Baggs On-Board System, whereas the CA comes with the Fishman Acoustic Matrix VT. Also, the RainSong comes with a hardshell case, whereas the CA 5S-CE comes with a heavily padded gig bag.
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Used Martin Dm W/Fishman Matrix Infinity $400 In Store Used USED MARTIN DM W/FISHMAN MATRIX INFINITY (has structural issues) |
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Fishman Matrix Infinity Acoustic Guitar Under Saddle Pickup Wide $149.95 Fishman Matrix Infinity Acoustic Guitar Under Saddle Pickup Wide |
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Fishman Matrix Infinity Acoustic Guitar Under Saddle Pickup Narrow $149.95 Fishman Matrix Infinity Acoustic Guitar Under Saddle Pickup Narrow |
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Used Taylor 2005 110 W/Fishman Matrix Amp; Case $549.99 In Store Used USED TAYLOR 2005 110 W/FISHMAN MATRIX amp; CASE |
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Fishman Accmatvtb Matrix Pu Active Vol Amp; Tone Ctrl $89.99 In Store Clearance FISHMAN ACCMATVTB MATRIX PU ACTIVE VOL amp; TONE CTRL |
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Used Bourgeois Vintage D Custom W/Fishman Matrix Infi And Case 051012480 $2999.99 In Store Used USED BOURGEOIS VINTAGE D CUSTOM W/FISHMAN MATRIX INFI AND CASE 051012480 |
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Used Fishman Matrix Infinity Acoustic Guitar Under Saddle Pickup Wide $130.46 The Fishman Matrix Infinity is an undersaddle acoustic guitar pickup and preamp system that delivers transparent and natural sound allowing your instrument's natural tone to be heard in amplified performances. This Fishman pickup system is noted for providing crystal clear string response, balance, and sensitivity. The pickup senses the motion of the entire saddle, providing superb string-to-string balance and great sensitivity to the guitar strings and guitar top. The Fishman Matrix Infinity features switchable voicing and full volume and tone control with minimal tone coloration.Completely redesigned active, endpin mounted preampSoundhole mounted rotary controls for Volume & ToneUnique Tone control cuts mids while boosting treble and bassIntegrated LED low battery indicatorSwitchable voicing to accommodate all guitar body sizes & performance situationsAvailable in two saddle slot widths: wide 1/8" (3.2mm) format or narrow 3/32" (2.3mm) formatStandard overall length of 2.65"(67.3mm) will fit most guitars with string spacings of up to 2.5" (63.5mm)Solderless connectionsProfessional installation is recommendedRequires 9V battery (not included) |
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Fishman SBTC $89.95 Fishman SBTC |
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Fishman Sbtc $89.95 Fishman SBTC |
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Matrix $6.99 Matrix |
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Fishman with a Sou'wester $39.99 Vincent van Gogh Fishman with a Sou'wester - Art Print |
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Fishman VMV Powerbridge $279.95 Fishman VMV Powerbridge |
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Fishman TSV Powerbridge $279.95 Fishman TSV Powerbridge |
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Fishman M100 Mandolin Pickup $139.95 Fishman M100 Mandolin Pickup |
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Fishman VT Powerbridge $199.95 Fishman VT Powerbridge |
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Fishman Powerchip Preamp $89.95 Fishman Powerchip Preamp |
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Fishman SBT Cable $21.95 Fishman SBT Cable |
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Fishman Tsv Powerbridge $279.95 Fishman TSV Powerbridge |
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Fishman Vmv Powerbridge $279.95 Fishman VMV Powerbridge |
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Fishman Vt Powerbridge $199.95 Fishman VT Powerbridge |
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Fishman Sbt Cable $21.95 Fishman SBT Cable |
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Guild D-40 Richie Havens Acoustic-Electric Guitar W/Fishman Natural $2499.99 Musical history was made in the summer of 1969 when a young and spirited folk musician took the stage on the opening day of the Woodstock Music & Arts Festival and mesmerized the audience with his soulful voice and driving, rhythmic guitar style. He was none other than the venerable Richie Havens. During that historic Woodstock performance and throughout his career, Havens has relied on the balanced and powerful sound of the Guild D-40.Guild is proud to offer the D-40 in a Richie Havens signature version. This tribute to Havens features a solid Sitka Spruce top, solid Mahogany back & sides, Rosewood fingerboard and bridge, bone nut, saddle, and bridge pins, his favorite double-pickguard setup and his signature on the truss rod cover. Special features include Red Spruce bracing, Ebony headcap with Mother-of-Pearl logo, dual-action truss rod, a tighter top radius, slim neck heel, Gotoh SE700 series open back tuners, and the Fishman Matrix Infinity pickup system.Fishman Matrix InfinityThe Matrix Infinity pickup and preamp system offers clear, transparent tone, dynamic string response and ease of installation. Soundhole-mounted Volume and Tone rotary controls allow the player to make easily accessible adjustments.Taking the pickups tonal variation capability one step further, the Matrix Infinity incorporates a switchable voicing feature to accommodate all guitar body sizes and different performance situations in one system. With a long list of enhancements, the Matrix Infinity has redefined the category of undersaddle pickup systems.Sitka spruce top with red spruce bracingGenuine mahogany back and sidesRosewood fingerboard and bridgeBone nut, saddle, and bridge pins3-piece mahogany/walnut/mahogany neckPearl dot inlaysUnique double pickguards and signature truss rod coverGloss nitrocellulose lacquer body finishGloss nitrocellulose lacquer neck finishChrome hardwareGotoh SE700 series open back machine headsD'Addario EXP 17 coated phosphor bronze, (.013-.056 gauges)Fishman Matrix infinity pickup systemUnique features: red spruce bracing, bone nut, saddle, and bridge pins, ebony headcap, dual-action truss rod, double pickguards, signature truss rod cover. |
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Fishman Ellipse Aura - Onboard Acoustic Preamp Narrow Format $309.95 The Ellipse Aura combines Fishman's most sophisticated soundhole-mounted preamp design with the power of Aura Acoustic Imaging Technology for exceptional accuracy and true to life sound. Up to four images can be downloaded from the Aura Image Gallery software (included) through an onboard mini-USB port to match the instrument's natural tonal characteristics.The Fishman Ellipse Aura features pickup/image blend, volume, and switchable Natural I and Natural II low-frequency tone shaping. A phase switch and automatic anti-feedback device control feedback.The guitar pickup's ergonomic soundhole-mounted design puts slider controls at the player's fingertips to maintain a natural playing position. A patented neodymium magnetic mounting system enables easy, solder-free installation on your acoustic guitar with a variety of size formats that accommodate most round soundholes from 3-7/8" to 4-1/8" in diameter.Equipped with a low battery indicator, the Ellipse Aura pickup includes a no-hassle, solder-free Acoustic Matrix undersaddle pickup in a narrow or wide format option.State-of-the-art onboard preamp featuring Fishman's Aura Acoustic Imaging TechnologyUp to four Aura Images can be downloaded from Fishman's Aura Image Gallery software (included)Ergonomic soundhole-mounted design puts slider controls at your fingertips to maintain a natural playing positionUnique patent-pending neodymium magnetic mounting system for easy, solder-free installationAccommodates most round soundholes from 3-7/8" to 4-1/8" in diameterPickup/image blend controlVolume controlPhase switch (feedback control)Automatic anti-feedbackLow battery indicatorSolder-free Acoustic Matrix Undersaddle pickup in narrow or wide formatsSwitchable Natural I and Natural II low-frequency tone shaping built into the preamp |
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Fishman Ellipse Aura - Onboard Acoustic Preamp Wide Format $309.95 The Ellipse Aura combines Fishman's most sophisticated soundhole-mounted preamp design with the power of Aura Acoustic Imaging Technology for exceptional accuracy and true to life sound. Up to four images can be downloaded from the Aura Image Gallery software (included) through an onboard mini-USB port to match the instrument's natural tonal characteristics.The Fishman Ellipse Aura features pickup/image blend, volume, and switchable Natural I and Natural II low-frequency tone shaping. A phase switch and automatic anti-feedback device control feedback.The guitar pickup's ergonomic soundhole-mounted design puts slider controls at the player's fingertips to maintain a natural playing position. A patented neodymium magnetic mounting system enables easy, solder-free installation on your acoustic guitar with a variety of size formats that accommodate most round soundholes from 3-7/8" to 4-1/8" in diameter.Equipped with a low battery indicator, the Ellipse Aura pickup includes a no-hassle, solder-free Acoustic Matrix undersaddle pickup in a narrow or wide format option.State-of-the-art onboard preamp featuring Fishman's Aura Acoustic Imaging TechnologyUp to four Aura Images can be downloaded from Fishman's Aura Image Gallery software (included)Ergonomic soundhole-mounted design puts slider controls at your fingertips to maintain a natural playing positionUnique patent-pending neodymium magnetic mounting system for easy, solder-free installationAccommodates most round soundholes from 3-7/8" to 4-1/8" in diameterPickup/image blend controlVolume controlPhase switch (feedback control)Automatic anti-feedbackLow battery indicatorSolder-free Acoustic Matrix Undersaddle pickup in narrow or wide formatsSwitchable Natural I and Natural II low-frequency tone shaping built into the preamp |
