KNA DB-1 Upright Bass Piezo Pickup - Bridge Mount Natural Sound | Piano Gallery, Idaho Falls
KNA DB-1 Upright Bass Piezo Pickup faithfully reproduces the breadth of tone and dynamic range of your double bass through portable bridge-mounted design with tailpiece-mounted output jack requiring no instrument modification. This wood-encased piezo sensor delivers natural sound with passive design and safe installation, making it the perfect choice for upright bassists seeking authentic amplification with complete tonal sensitivity.
Product Overview
KNA DB-1 represents innovative upright bass pickup technology featuring a wood-encased piezo sensor that installs safely in the eye slot of the bridge, held securely in place via friction without any permanent modifications to your valuable instrument. This portable pickup system includes a quarter-inch jack housing that secures non-destructively to the tailpiece with a screw assembly at the string eye, ensuring clean cable management without drilling or cutting. The lightweight wooden casing achieves maximum tonal sensitivity and transmission while the passive design reproduces the natural sound of your instrument with no battery required, maintaining the authentic character and dynamic range that makes each upright bass unique.
Ideal For
- Professional upright bassists seeking natural sound reproduction without modification
- Musicians requiring portable pickup systems for multiple instruments
- Classical players needing authentic amplification that preserves instrument character
- Jazz and contemporary bassists seeking excellent tonal sensitivity and transmission
- Bassists who value safe, non-destructive installation with complete reversibility
Key Features
Safe Non-Destructive Installation
Wood-encased piezo sensor installs in bridge eye slot via friction, with tailpiece jack secured non-destructively using screw assembly.
Wood Sensor Technology
Lightweight wooden casing achieves maximum tonal sensitivity and transmission for authentic upright bass sound reproduction.
Natural Sound Reproduction
Passive design faithfully reproduces the breadth of tone and dynamic range without battery requirements or electronic coloration.
Complete Installation Kit
Includes additional neatly-finished shim discs for perfect fit in narrow bridges and various instrument configurations.
Portable Design
Bridge-mounted system can be easily moved between instruments without permanent modifications or professional installation.
What's Included
- KNA DB-1 Upright Bass Piezo Pickup with wood-encased sensor
- Quarter-inch jack housing with non-destructive tailpiece mounting system
- Additional neatly-finished shim discs for bridge fitting
- Complete screw assembly for tailpiece attachment
- Comprehensive installation instructions for safe setup
- KNA manufacturer warranty
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | KNA DB-1 Upright Bass Piezo Pickup |
| Sensor Type | Wood-encased piezo for maximum sensitivity |
| Installation | Bridge eye slot via friction |
| Output Jack | Quarter-inch tailpiece-mounted |
| Design | Passive (no battery required) |
| Sound Character | Natural tone and dynamic range reproduction |
| Modification Required | None - completely non-destructive |
| Portability | Easily transferable between instruments |
| Fitting | Includes shim discs for various bridge sizes |
| Target Instrument | Upright bass (double bass) |
| Installation Safety | Friction-held, screw assembly mounting |
| Tonal Sensitivity | Maximum transmission via wooden casing |
Experience This Pickup Today
Visit Piano Gallery in Idaho Falls to experience the natural sound reproduction and safe installation of the KNA DB-1 Upright Bass Piezo Pickup. Our knowledgeable staff can demonstrate the wood sensor technology and non-destructive mounting system that makes this pickup ideal for bassists who want authentic amplification without compromising their instrument. Visit our showroom to discover why the DB-1 offers exceptional value for professional sound quality with complete installation safety.
