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ELEMENT VTC Volume Tone and CompressionMulti-band compression has long been a secret of mastering rooms worldwide to unlock the warmth and natural dynamics of recorded instruments. The Element VTCs all-discrete Class A preamp leverages this studio elixir with a proprietary analog compressor that operates below 400Hz. The compressor is tuned to reflect the actual dynamics of the acoustic guitar creating in live performance the superior warmth and natural balance of tone achieved in professional studio mastered sound. Includes soundhole mounted volume and treble tone controls.FEATURES All-discrete endpin preamp Pre-attached Element pickup Fits both 3/32 and 1/8 saddle slots Built-in LF compressor Soundhole mounted volume and tone control Battery type: Single 9V Battery life: 1000 hrs Common undersaddle pickups depend on string attack to directly compress the sensors for their sound. This direct pressure is a root cause of the infamous quack. In contrast our patented Element derives output from the movement of the soundboard and rejects string attack to minimize quack. Its flexible film sensor thin as a human hair mirrors the soundboards movement as you play to capture the guitars actual voice and its most delicate nuances. In addition the pickups minimalist construction removes most of its influence on the acoustic properties creates an intimate coupling between the sensor and guitar for the highest fidelity possible and makes the Element amazingly reliable. Every pickup is made here at our California factory and is pre-tested in a guitar for output and balance.Professional installation is strongly recommended. Improper installation may result in damage to the product and/or instrument.