K&K Sound Systems Pure Mini Steel String Acoustic Guitar Passive Pickup
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K&K Sound Systems Pure Mini Steel String Acoustic Guitar Passive Pickup

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Original price was: $317.00.Current price is: $255.00.

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K&K Sound Pure Mini Acoustic Guitar Pickup

Capture the true acoustic essence of your instrument without sacrificing its natural warmth. The K&K Sound Pure Mini is an award-winning, boutique 3-head bridge plate transducer designed specifically for steel-string acoustic guitars. Engineered to offer an ultra-pure, full-range signal, this highly acclaimed passive pickup system avoids the thin, sterile, and harsh qualities common with standard under-saddle electronics. It stands as the premier choice for touring singer-songwriters, traditional fingerstyle players, and premium studio recording artists who want their amplified guitar to sound exactly like it does unplugged.

Angkor Music Technical Evaluation: Bridge Plate Transduction & Passive Transducer Output

Traditional under-saddle piezo pickups rely on direct string compression, which leads to artificial tracking, unnatural dynamics, and an unpleasant high-frequency "piezo quack." The K&K Pure Mini solves this by using three discrete, high-sensitivity bridge plate transducers mounted directly underneath the bridge pins inside the guitar body. By shifting the pickup zone to the soundboard's structural core, the system acts like an internal microphone, capturing both structural string energy and the rich wood vibrations of the soundboard. This architecture produces a massive, industry-leading passive output that delivers excellent performance even without a preamp.

E-E-A-T Luthier Quality Notes: Invisible Integration & Finish-Safe Removability

At Angkor Music, our guitar workshop team highly regards K&K Sound systems for their minimal impact on a guitar's original build. Acoustic Structural Integrity: Since the sensors mount flat to the internal bridge plate, they don't require routing your saddle slot or altering the critical wood connection between your bone saddle and the bridge. Clean Endpin Jack Layout: The three transducers lead straight to a robust stereo-wired endpin jack, giving you an entirely invisible installation that maintains your instrument's pristine aesthetic lines.

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Technical Specifications

  • Brand: K&K Sound
  • Model Portfolio: Pure Transducer Signature Series
  • Product Name: Pure Mini (Formerly known as Pure Western Mini)
  • Pickup Type: Passive Triple-Head Bridge Plate Transducer System
  • Sensor Head Count: 3 Discrete Piezoelectric Ceramic Sensor Discs
  • Sensor Head Diameter: 12.7 mm (0.5 Inches per head)
  • Output Impedance Profile: High-Impedance Passive Target (Optimized at 1 Megaohm)
  • Frequency Transmission: Super-Balanced Flat Linear Frequency Spectrum
  • Output Connection Jack: 1/4-Inch (6.35 mm) Heavy-Duty Chrome Endpin Jack Assembly
  • Power Requirements: Completely Passive Operation (No Internal 9V Battery Required)
  • Instrument Fit Compatibility: Fits All Standard 6-String and 12-String Steel-String Acoustic Guitars
  • Origin: Precision Engineered and Hand-Assembled in the USA

What's In The Box Product Contents

  • Core Sensor Array: 1 x K&K Pure Mini 3-Head Transducer Wiring Harness
  • Output Hardware: 1 x Pre-wired Stereo-Capable Endpin Input Jack Assembly
  • Installation Kit Accessories: Alignment Fitting Pins, Golf Tee Positioner, and Luthier Guide Notes

Key Product Features

  • Zero Piezo Quack: Completely avoids the harsh, brittle synthetic electronic peak typical of classic under-saddle guitar pickups.
  • Warm Woody Resonance: Captures the true acoustic character and complex acoustic profile unique to your guitar's soundboard woods.
  • Uncompromising Output Levels: Produces a remarkably loud, robust passive signal that plugs straight into any quality acoustic amp or mixing desk.
  • No Internal Battery Needed: Eliminates the hassle of dead active batteries mid-show, keeping the overall onboard setup light and maintenance-free.
  • Super Balanced String Tracking: The triple-head sensor layout balances string volume cleanly from low E to high E without hot spots.
  • Non-Invasive Under-Bridge Fit: Hides completely inside the guitar body, keeping your instrument's classic vintage appearance pristine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I absolutely need to use an external preamp with the K&K Pure Mini pickup?
No, an external preamp is not strictly necessary. Thanks to its optimized multi-transducer design, the Pure Mini outputs a robust signal that can plug directly into an acoustic amplifier or a mixing desk's high-quality DI box. However, if you are plugging into a PA system with long cable runs, or if you need precise onboard EQ adjustments on noisy stages, pairing it with an external preamp (like the K&K Pure Preamp or an acoustic DI matching a 1-Megaohm input impedance) will give you total tonal control.

What is the purpose of using three separate sensor heads instead of a single large disc?
Using three separate, smaller sensor heads allows the pickup system to map the entire width of the internal bridge plate accurately. One head is positioned near the bass strings, one near the mid strings, and one near the treble strings. This triple-zone coverage gives you a beautifully balanced, uniform frequency response, preventing any single string pair from sounding louder or softer than the rest of the fretboard.

Can I install the Pure Mini pickup system on a nylon-string classical guitar?
The K&K Pure Mini is voiced and structurally scaled for the bracing layouts and string energies of steel-string acoustic guitars. For traditional classical or flamenco nylon-string guitars, we highly recommend using the K&K Pure Classical pickup system instead. The Classical version features specialized sensor targeting and unique frequency response tuning that perfectly matches the softer top vibrations and internal fan bracing of nylon-string instruments.

 

Additional information

Weight 0.20 kg
To Fit

Acoustic Guitar
type

Piezo Pickup
Modified Item

No
Custom Bundle

No
Non-domestic Product

No

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