L.R. Baggs M1 & M1 Active Acoustic Guitar Soundhole Pickups – Natural, Feedback-Free Tone

Description

The L.R. Baggs M1 Series (M1 and M1 Active) are industry-leading acoustic guitar soundhole pickups designed for rich, natural tone and noise-free performance.

 Whether you want the simplicity of a passive pickup or the power of an active preamp, the M1 Series captures your guitar’s true resonance—bringing stage-ready sound with zero compromise.

Key Features

• Body-Sensitive Magnetic Design: Captures both string and body resonance for a full, natural acoustic tone.

• Hum-Free Operation: Patented stacked coil eliminates noise while preserving dynamics.

• Highly Feedback-Resistant: Perfect for live stage use and high-volume environments.

• Adjustable Pole Pieces: Ensure perfect string balance across all gauges and styles.

• Gold-Plated 1/8" Jack: Quick-connect design makes removal easy.

• Pre-Wired Strapjack Harness: Included for clean, professional installation.

• Long Battery Life: Up to 1,000 hours (M1 Active) on a single 3V lithium coin cell.

• Built-In Volume Control: M1 Active version only.

• Output Options:

  • M1: Passive, ideal for external preamps or studio recording setups.

  • M1 Active: Built-in preamp with direct plug-and-play output for amps or P.A. systems.

What Makes It Special

• Unlocks the lower humbucking coil to capture high-frequency resonances, giving your amplified tone a natural “airiness” and presence.

• Moves dynamically with the guitar’s soundboard, producing realistic, organic tone reproduction.

• Designed by L.R. Baggs, a world leader in acoustic amplification trusted by professionals globally.

Ideal For

• Acoustic performers needing studio-quality tone live

• Players seeking a plug-and-play pickup with natural resonance

• Musicians wanting feedback-free, hum-free amplification without altering their instrument

Disclaimer

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