New Schertler Pickups: Stat

MichaelHorowitz

The Schertler STAT-Series electrostatic system was designed and
patented in 1988 and is used by thousands of musicians worldwide.
STAT-Series transducers are well known for their high feedback
resistance and for providing an impressive “bridge sound” without the
harshness or distortion of a piezo pickup. STATs provide a full and
realistic string instrument sound, never harsh or shrill with full bass
tones and clear, bright trebles.




STAT-Series transducers are ideal for rock, fusion and jazz,
where loud amplified levels can otherwise create feedback problems.
Furthermore, STATs work very effectively with signal processors and
effects.




Available for four specific string instrument applications,
STAT-V (violin and viola), STAT-C (cello) and STAT-B (double bass),
each variant takes into consideration the individual characteristics of
each instrument and works well for all playing styles.




Installation is simple: the pickup capsule is placed in one of
the bridge wing cutouts. Constructed with soft cork on one end of the
capsule, the cork is easily carved to the curvature of the cutout. Once
mounted, a STAT transducer can remain on the instrument indefinitely.
Likewise, the STAT can be easily removed and reinstalled as necessary.




Schertler STAT-Series transducers require 9-volt power and a
Schertler preamplifier. Each STAT-Set includes a battery-driven
STAT-PRE preamp, while the STAT-SELECT Set includes the more
sophisticated PRE-AII. The PRE-AII is driven by a regulated AC power
supply which in turn powers the STAT transducer.




Both Sets include a high-quality Schertler cable and specially
designed clips to attach the connectors to the tailpiece of the
instrument.







Schertler
STAT-B-Set Electrostatic Transducer for Double Bass





Stat-B
Manual







Schertler
STAT-C-Set Electrostatic Transducer for Cello





Stat-C
Manual







Schertler
STAT-V-Set Electrostatic Transducer for Violin/Viola






Stat-V
Manual