Detail 01
Violin-specific fit
Sized for a violin. It will not transfer to viola, cello, or bass without fit problems.
Product detailSKU #1273888004912
FishmanV-100 Classic Series Violin Pickup
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A pickup for acoustic violin, made to amplify the instrument onstage. For players who need volume in a band or venue setting.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Fiddle players cutting through a band mix onstage
- Amplifying an acoustic violin without a microphone in front of it
- Players who move around and cannot stay on a mic
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Studio players wanting the natural mic'd violin sound
- Solo classical players in a quiet acoustic hall
- Anyone expecting a full onboard preamp and controls
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Pickup, not a microphone
Picks up vibration from the instrument, not the room. That means much less feedback at volume.
Detail 03
Classic Series
Fishman's entry tier for orchestral strings. Basic, focused on getting a usable amplified signal.
Detail 04
Passive output
Output is lower than a line signal. A preamp or DI helps it drive an amp or board properly.
Detail 05
Onboard mounting
It attaches to the instrument itself, so setup and string height can shift the sound.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No cable, preamp, or DI included. Budget for what gets it to the board.
- 02A luthier should handle fitting if you own a valuable instrument.
- 03Amplified violin sounds different from a mic'd one. Expect a tighter, direct tone.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does this need a preamp?
It works better with one. A preamp or DI raises the level and matches impedance so the signal is stronger and keeps its high end.
02Will it fit my viola?
No. It is made for violin. A viola needs a pickup sized for that instrument.
03Will it feed back on a loud stage?
Far less than a microphone. A pickup senses the instrument directly instead of the room, so it handles stage volume much better.
04Is installation permanent?
It mounts to the instrument rather than being built in. Have a luthier handle fitting on a valuable violin.
