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P U R E R E S O N A T O R B B
The Pure Resonator BB is a pickup especially
designed for biscuit bridge resonator guitars. We
updated the design in 2017 to further optimize
string-to-string balance.
The pickup features a screw-mounted installation on
the biscuit for maximum feedback resistance and
best possible sound transmission and comes pre-
wired with an endpin jack including an external
mount fastening system called “dual-lock” (made by
3M).
This manual describes the installation with external
jack mount only.
Tools needed:
•
Screwdrivers for the different screw sizes on
your guitar and pickup
•
5/64” (1.9mm) drill bit
•
Drill
•
Duct tape
•
Clear scotch tape
An internal jack mount could be done by a skilled
luthier/guitar tech. Please note that the pickup
installation procedure and location is the exact
same for both, external or internal jack-mount. With
an internal jack, the pickup wire will be routed
underneath the resonator cover and via a small
hole in the sidewall of the resonator well to the
internally mounted jack. It is a somewhat delicate
procedure that requires soldering. We include a
small bag with the required washers, nut and strap
button for the internal jack mount. Please note that
this procedure will void the warranty if not done by
a K&K approved luthier, please email
[email protected] for installation tips.
PICKUP INSTALLATION
1.
Loosen the strings and install a capo on the 10th
fret (or remove the strings and skip #2).
2.
Stick a piece of duct-tape over the ball-end-holes
in the tail piece (string holder) to prevent the
ball-ends to snap out of the holes.
3.
Remove the tail piece by unscrewing the strap
knob (and additional screws if necessary).
4.
Unscrew the small screws around the perimeter
of the resonator cover and lift it off along with
the strings and tail piece as shown in photo.