LR Baggs - Micro Anthem

The L.R. Baggs Anthem is not just a microphone. It's an intelligent duo that combines the realism of a real pickup with the precision of an active piezo. With this hybrid system, your acoustic guitar retains its personality, even when amplified.

At the heart of the system, the patented TRU-MIC picks up all the mid- and high-frequencies, where the music expresses itself. For bass, an Element piezo takes over under the saddle. The result is a full, uncompromised signal. You can adjust the balance between the two from the rosette, in one discreet movement.

The design has been thought out with the fastidious musician in mind. There's no need to drill holes: everything attaches neatly and efficiently with double-sided adhesive tape. Powered by a 9V battery for long autonomy, with a built-in indicator light. So you can keep an eye on the essentials, even when you're playing live.

The preamp housed in the rosette gives access to volume, balance and phase switch. An internal trim control lets you fine-tune your mix without having to get out the toolbox. Every detail has been thought through to avoid feedback and preserve the clarity of the sound - without digital simulation, without artifice.

With the Anthem, whether you're in the studio, on stage or in rehearsal, you'll capture the natural timbre of your instrument, without a box effect. This pickup is for acoustic guitarists who want to amplify their tone without betraying it. It's a professional tool that's easy to live with.

And if you're still not sure, it weighs just 80 grams. So lightness can make all the difference.