1.1.1. Download the “"important for BLUESTiCK"”document, everything is simply illustrated.
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1.1.2. If you have balance problems please download the pdf file "important for BLUESTiCK".
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1.1.3. Check the connection of the BLUESTiCK cable (4pins) to ensure proper color sequence and contact. If preferred, the wires may be soldered directly to the print (circuit board) panel under the Clip.
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1.2.0. GENERAL INFORMATION

1.2.1. The BLUESTiCK under-saddle transducer consists of an electrostatic microphone connected to a sealed air chamber which reproduces the true sound of the instrument.
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1.2.2.
STANDARD: The pre-amp, powered by two lithium batteries, is mounted inside the guitar. A gain control is mounted inside the soundhole. It requires no visual modification of your instrument – no more unsightly control panels, volume knobs, and so on.
CLASSIC: Same as the Standard model, but conceived especially for nylon strings.
MARINE: The under-saddle transducer is powered by an external, AC-powered preamplifier, the PRE-A-II.
MARINE POCKET: The under-saddle transducer is powered by an external, 9volt-powered preamp with volume control, the STAT-PRE-POK.
ONBOARD: The preamp is mounted on the side of the guitar, powered by a 9V battery supply.
ACTIVE EQ: Includes all features of the Standard plus active bass and treble controls mounted inside the guitar’s soundhole.
DUAL: Combines the BLUESTiCK Standard with a SCHERTLER C-DYN internally-mounted electrodynamic moving coil microphone.(see 1.2.3). Controls include gain and mixer, both mounted inside the soundhole.
RETROFIT: Designed for guitars that already have a piezo and built-in preamplifier, RetroFit replaces the under-saddle piezo with a BLUESTiCK while retaining full functionality of the existing controls.
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1.2.3 The C-DYN is a dynamic moving coil contact microphone mounted inside the instruments for OEM applications. For detailed info see 3.2.6.
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1.2.4. Drill a hole of 2 mm (3/32”) in the center of the slot under the saddle of the guitar and drill a standard hole for the jack. For the ONBOARD it is necessary to drill holes in the side of your guitar; a template is included with the Onboard system. If you don’t have experience with this type of installation, it is recommended to contact an experienced luthier for installation of all BLUESTiCK systems.
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1.2.5. Yes! BLUESTiCK transducers work perfectly on nylon string guitars. In addition, BLUESTiCK Classic (microphone offset 8mm from center) is available for fan-braced guitars to avoid drilling the center brace.
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1.2.6. BLUESTiCK has 8 dB more feedback resistance than a common piezo pick-up.
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1.2.7. The use of a high-quality microphone, natural materials and Class-A pre-amp circuit technology produce a very natural sound.
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1.2.8. The BLUESTiCK is an electrostatic microphone and its sound is much more natural and dynamic. BLUESTiCK has far more dynamic range than a typical piezo pickup and this will not clip or “quack” when played hard.
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1.3.0. ADDITIONAL TIPS

1.3.1. Yes! The Retrofit is designed to replace the undersaddle transducer with BLUESTiCK technology while retaining full functionality of existing onboard controls.
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1.3.2. The BLUESTiCK lithium batteries are standard batteries that you can find in electronics, camera and computer shops.
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1.3.3. Measure the width and the length of the saddle. BLUESTiCK sizes are measured in millimeters and can be converted to inches as follows: 2.5 mm = 3/32”; 3.0mm = 1/8”, 70mm = 2-3/4”, 74mm = 2-7/8”.
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1.3.4. All the details are in the “General Catalogue” catalogue.
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