Other Sellers on Amazon
100% positive over last 12 months
100% positive over last 12 months
87% positive over last 12 months
L.R. Baggs Lyric Acoustic Guitar Microphone
Return this item for free
Free returns are available for the shipping address you chose. You can return the item for any reason in new and unused condition: no shipping charges
Learn more about free returns.- Go to your orders and start the return
- Select the return method
- Ship it!
Return this item for free
Free returns are available for the shipping address you chose. You can return the item for any reason in new and unused condition: no shipping charges
Learn more about free returns.- Go to your orders and start the return
- Select the return method
- Ship it!
Purchase options and add-ons
Brand | LR Baggs |
Model Name | Lyric |
Connectivity Technology | Auxiliary |
Connector Type | Rechtwinklig bis gerade, 1/4 Zoll |
Special Feature | Volume Control |
Compatible Devices | Amplifier |
Color | Black |
Included Components | amplifier |
Polar Pattern | Unidirectional |
Audio Sensitivity | 58 dB |
About this item
- TRUMIC noise canceling technology
- All discrete mic preamplifier
- Soundhole volume control
- Microphone presence control
- Analog signal conditioning
Frequently bought together
Similar items that may ship from close to you
- L.R. Baggs Anthem Acoustic Guitar Pickup and MicrophoneFREE Shipping by AmazonGet it as soon as Tuesday, Mar 26
- Journey Instruments Passive Piezo Acoustic Pickup – EP001K Three Balanced German-made Passive Pickup Elements – Piezo Pickup for Acoustic Guitars (Ceramic)Amazon's Choicein Combo Guitar AmplifiersFREE Shipping by AmazonGet it as soon as Tuesday, Mar 26
- HOYUJI piezoelectric contact microphone pickup, violin microphone pickup, cello erhu ukulele mandolin guitar microphone pickupFREE Shipping on orders over $35 shipped by AmazonGet it as soon as Tuesday, Mar 26
- Acoustic Guitar Pickup Rechargable Active Soundhole Guitar Pickup Adjustable Pickup for Guitar Magnetic Coil Build-in Volume Control Guitar Microphone Acoustic PickupFREE Shipping by AmazonGet it as soon as Tuesday, Mar 26
- Elixir Strings - Acoustic Phosphor Bronze with NANOWEB Coating - Elixir Acoustic Guitar Strings - Light (.012-.053)Amazon's Choicein Acoustic Guitar StringsFREE Shipping on orders over $35 shipped by AmazonGet it as soon as Tuesday, Mar 26
Product information
Item Weight | 5.3 ounces |
---|---|
Product Dimensions | 6 x 4 x 2 inches |
ASIN | B00BC3OVHM |
Item model number | Lyric |
Batteries | 1 9V batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #36,628 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #65 in Microphone Preamps |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | February 6, 2013 |
Color Name | Black |
Compatible Devices | Amplifier |
Connector Type | Rechtwinklig bis gerade, 1/4 Zoll |
Material Type | Nylon |
Power Source | Corded Electric |
Voltage | 9 Volts |
Warranty & Support
Feedback
What's in the box
Product Description
There's no argument that a mic is the best way to capture the sound of an acoustic guitar, but until now, using a mic for most live performances has been an elusive dream. Lyric, the next step in Tru. Mic technology, is the long overdue realization of this dream. Without a pickup, Lyric's microphone accurately transports your guitar's actual voice to a live audience for the most realistic and inspiring sound you will ever experience. Our featherweight microphone, each high graded for ideal response, mounts to the underside of the bridge plate with simple peel & stick adhesive to preserve the integrity of your instrument. The mic leverages the "pressure zone" principle by positioning the capsule just 3mm from the surface of the top to hear the entire soundboard for even balance and tone. And the mic's proximity to the top allows high gain before feedback. Unlike other attempts to use an internal mic, Lyric employs noise cancelling technology that rejects "boxy" reflections inside of the acoustic chamber. This patent pending minor miracle enables the mic to act as if it were outside of the guitar delivering a clear and open performance. In a studio, you would have to use an entire rack of gear to achieve what we have built into Lyric's tiny circuit board. Our lead engineer, Tommy Linn, created several patent pending "black box" circuit innovations that unlock the potential of the microphone. The first tightens the lower frequencies for a punchier attack with natural dynamics. The second maintains the mic's sweetness no matter how hard you play. The third innovation, not patent pending but useful, is an adjustable "presence" control that dials high frequency response perfectly for your guitar. Wrap all of this in all discrete, high fidelity mic pre and you have a world class microphone system as an integral part of your guitar anywhere you plug in.
Looking for specific info?
Customer reviews
Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them.
To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness.
Learn more how customers reviews work on AmazonCustomers say
Customers like the sound quality, ease of installation, performance, and quality of the microphone. For example, they mention that it picks up literally any sounds inside and outside of the guitar, the tone is good, and that it works well. Opinions are mixed on the feedback.
AI-generated from the text of customer reviews
Customers like the sound quality of the microphone. They say that it picks up literally any sounds inside and outside of the guitar. Customers also say that the tone is good, but not great. They also say it catches the true voice of the guitarist. They mention that the frequencies seem to be well-captured and the amplification is good.
"At the recommendation of a fellow guitarist I tried a Lyric. The sound is so good that I’ve installed several...." Read more
"...What really sets this apart is how it picks up literally any sounds inside and outside of the guitar, since it is a fully functional microphone...." Read more
"...It's a good sound but it falls a little short of being the exact sound of my guitar." Read more
"...I got the most incredible acoustic sound I have ever heard coming out of a "Podunk" little portable amp. This Lyric is simply incredible...." Read more
Customers find the installation of the microphone to be easy. They mention that it is simple to drill into their guitar and that it produces clear sound.
"...What really caught my attention was how easy it was to instal and how no modification was needed to install it into my guitar...." Read more
"...But installation is a piece of cake. This thing is as good a mother and apple pie!!!!!" Read more
"...it was easy to install (The tailpiece had to be redrilled on my guitar, but no big deal.)..." Read more
"Installation was very easy, although I already had an endpin hole that was the proper size due to prior Baggs M1A installation...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the microphone. They mention that it works well, works like a charm, and is amazing in its response.
"...From a jumbo-body baritone to a little 0-sized parlor guitar, it has worked great." Read more
"Works well with my Martin D28" Read more
"This pickup works like a charm. the sound is an accurate reproduction of my Takamine guitar...." Read more
"...The pickup works as advertised. I am still trying to get the sound I want. But no more so than with any other pickup I have...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the microphone. They mention that it is a great product, well worth the money, and has a good pickup. Some say that the price was right.
"...I am so glad I got it and for the money, it was well worth it!..." Read more
"...This pick=up fit the bill. the price was right." Read more
"...Highly recommended and well worth the money." Read more
"Great product, i have installed in a taylor DN3 and sounds great.... I love it.... And the advantage of use in taylor guitar is that You don't need..." Read more
Customers find the microphone very natural and sounds like an acoustic guitar. They also appreciate the volume control and the touch of elegance it adds to the guitar. Customers also say it captures all the small nuances without sacrificing their wallet. They say it's the easiest way to get the most natural reproduction of your guitar through an amp or PA.
"...It captures all the small nuances that my hog top has without sacrificing my wallet or modifying the guitar. Definitely get this!" Read more
"Nice and compact. With good pre amps and better mixing control this is impressing me more and more.I was a bit hard on my initial review...." Read more
"...Tortoise Shell case on the microphone and volume control is a nice touch of elegance, and matches my guitar's binding perfectly." Read more
"...It installs easily and the sound throught my Fishman SA 220 PA is very natural and sounds like an acoustic guitar...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the feedback of the microphone. Some mention that they've had no feedback issues sitting facing their Loudbox Mini, while others say that they can get it to feedback.
"...I am now getting a very good natural acoustic tone with no feedback issues whatsoever .I would highly recommed." Read more
"...No. But was it $550? Nnnnnnope.I'm happy. Yes, you can get it to feedback. Yes it lacks the overblown low end of other pickup designs...." Read more
"...I have had no feedback issues whatsoever with the Lyric and all frequencies seem to be well-captured...." Read more
"...i was hoping to use it live in a loud rock band but it gives me some feedback...." Read more
Reviews with images
-
Top reviews
Top reviews from the United States
There was a problem filtering reviews right now. Please try again later.
I believe the Lyric is light years ahead of what was available even a couple of years ago, but, having tested it against the MagMic and a studio mic, it's still not quite as good as the hype that I've read. I took the time to make the fine adjustment of the 'presence' screw and it really makes a big difference. However, even after finding the setting I believe to be best (about 1/8th of a turn less than maximum), it still sounds best with the mid-range scooped out of the sound (in order to obtain clarity/definition between notes). Looking at the difference between the mic wav files and lyric wav files, the Lyric is highly compressed and where my actual guitar sound gets louder as you go from top strings to bottom, the Lyric gets louder as you play from bottom to top.
I haven't gigged with it yet but have extensively tested in my home studio and, although it ranks up there among the very best pickups/mics for acoustic guitars and the Baggs engineers deserve credit for a great advance, it falls a little short of what I expected, having read so much hype in the music press.
It's a good sound but it falls a little short of being the exact sound of my guitar.
Beyond that, I would only pay about $75 for this system. It's an absolute joke to try to play live with this if there is a speaker anywhere nearby. I have been playing all kinds of guitar mic / pickup systems for over 30 years, and have NEVER encountered a feedback monster as horrible as this. Forget playing anything live with any bass whatsoever. I am talking anything abouve 530 Hz! You have to cut and carve out any frequencies below that, unless you play with a feedback buster (soundhole cover,) which the stupid control panel of the pickup system gets in the way of, so you have to modify the feedback buster (grinding wheel works best) to get it to fit the soundhole.
You cannot get the punchy lows that make a guitar sound like a guitar with this mic. (And let's call a spade a spade here, it's not a pickup. It's a mic)
If you loop live, then forget this and move on. You can hear your vocals coming back through it in all the muffled glory on your loops, even with the feedback buster in place. You will regret installing it if you do any kind of looping.
Lastly the presence control is AWFUL and should not even have been included. It adds top end glass that is really harsh and crispy. An integrated bass cut / HPF, or a sweeping tone control would have been far better.