Abstract: The present disclosure provides for a magnetic pickup configured for use in a stringed instrument, for example, an electric guitar. The magnetic pickup creates a signal indicative of the vibration in a number of metallic strings. When the strings are strummed or otherwise agitated, the resonating strings modify the magnetic field, which is captured in an electric signal that is sent to an amplifier for reproduction of the sound resonating from the strings. The magnetic pickup has a number of different strength magnetic fragments such that different strings are proximate to the different magnetic fragments. The different strengths of the magnetic fragments result in a static magnetic field that is different for the different strings.

Abstract: A circuit and method for decoupling the perceived tone and volume of an amplified musical signal, such as a guitar amplifier, and allowing for the operator to achieve the desired sonic tone, texture and dynamic feel while separately controlling the overall perceived volume level of the amplifier device.

Abstract: A circuit and method for decoupling the perceived tone and volume of an amplified musical signal, such as a guitar amplifier, and allowing for the operator to achieve the desired sonic tone, texture and dynamic feel while separately controlling the overall perceived volume level of the amplifier device.