Fishman Rare Earth Magnetic Single-Coil Soundhole Pickup

Fishman Rare Earth Magnetic Single-Coil Soundhole Pickup | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls

The Fishman Rare Earth Single Coil is a re-voiced, fine-tuned evolution of the category-defining magnetic soundhole pickup that established Fishman's reputation in this space — now equipped with cutting-edge neodymium magnets for a warmer, more natural acoustic tone with exceptional accuracy and increased musicality. An even smoother treble response distinguishes this version from its already popular predecessor, while active electronics and the neodymium magnet structure deliver exceptional string balance and sparkling acoustic clarity. Easy plug-and-play installation requires no alteration to the guitar — fits soundholes as small as 3-5/8" in diameter, with a pre-wired output jack that can be endpin-mounted, and miniature batteries that conveniently mount on the underside of the pickup for a clean, unobtrusive installation.

Product Overview

Magnetic soundhole pickups occupy a specific and valued niche in acoustic guitar amplification — unlike under-saddle piezo pickups that can produce a somewhat compressed, quacky tonal character, magnetic soundhole pickups capture string vibration directly, producing a warmer, more electric-guitar-like tonal response that many players find more natural and musically satisfying, particularly for fingerstyle and singer-songwriter applications where tonal warmth and dynamic sensitivity matter. The Rare Earth's neodymium magnet structure is the technical foundation of this tonal character — neodymium magnets are significantly stronger than traditional ceramic or alnico magnets relative to their size, allowing Fishman to achieve excellent string-to-string balance and output consistency in a compact pickup format.

This particular version represents a deliberate refinement of the original Rare Earth design — re-voiced and fine-tuned specifically to smooth out the treble response compared to its predecessor, addressing the slight harshness or brittleness that can sometimes characterize magnetic pickup high-frequency reproduction. The result is a pickup that retains the sparkling acoustic clarity and exceptional string balance that made the original Rare Earth a category leader, while delivering a more refined, musical treble character that translates more naturally through a PA system or recording chain.

Active electronics power the pickup's preamp circuit, and Fishman's low-current design philosophy extends battery life to an impressive 240 hours between changes — meaningful runtime for regular gigging and practice use without frequent battery replacement concerns. The pickup runs on either two 1.5-volt silver oxide batteries or a single 3-volt lithium battery, both included, with the batteries mounting conveniently on the underside of the pickup itself rather than requiring a separate battery compartment or external box. A newly designed mounting system and ergonomic body shape improve both the installation experience and the pickup's physical fit within the soundhole.

Installation is genuinely plug-and-play with no permanent alteration to the instrument required — the pickup fits soundholes as small as 3-5/8" in diameter, accommodating a wide range of acoustic guitar body sizes and soundhole dimensions. The pre-wired output jack offers flexible mounting options, including endpin mounting for players who prefer that connection point configuration. A volume control wheel provides simple, direct output level adjustment without additional tone-shaping controls to navigate.

Ideal For

• Acoustic guitarists who want a magnetic soundhole pickup's warm, natural, electric-guitar-like amplified tone rather than the more compressed character of piezo pickups
• Fingerstyle and singer-songwriter performers who value tonal warmth and dynamic sensitivity in their amplified acoustic sound
• Players who want easy, non-permanent installation that requires no modification to their acoustic guitar
• Musicians who want extended 240-hour battery life for reliable performance across many gigs and practice sessions without frequent battery changes
• Guitarists in Idaho Falls looking for a refined version of one of the most respected magnetic soundhole pickups available, now with smoother treble response

Key Features

Neodymium Magnet Structure
Cutting-edge neodymium magnets deliver exceptional string balance and sparkling acoustic clarity, providing stronger, more consistent magnetic performance than traditional ceramic or alnico magnet pickups in a compact format.

Re-Voiced for Smoother Treble Response
Fine-tuned specifically to smooth out the treble character compared to the original Rare Earth, delivering a warmer, more natural, and more musically refined high-frequency response.

Active Electronics
An active preamp circuit ensures consistent output level and exceptional string balance, working in tandem with the neodymium magnet structure for accurate, sparkling acoustic tone.

240-Hour Battery Life
A low-current preamp design extends battery life to 240 hours between changes — significant runtime for regular performance and practice use, with batteries mounting conveniently on the underside of the pickup.

No-Alteration Plug-and-Play Installation
Installs without any permanent modification to the guitar — fits soundholes as small as 3-5/8" in diameter, with a pre-wired output jack that can also be endpin-mounted for flexible installation configurations.

Newly Designed Mounting System
An ergonomic body shape and refined mounting system improve both the physical fit within the soundhole and the overall installation experience.

What's Included

• Fishman Rare Earth Magnetic Single-Coil Soundhole Pickup
• Two 1.5-Volt Silver Oxide Batteries (or compatible 3-Volt Lithium battery)
• Free standard shipping

Technical Specifications

Get Your Hands on This Soundhole Pickup Today

The Fishman Rare Earth Magnetic Single-Coil Soundhole Pickup is available now at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls. Stop in to hear the warm, refined tone for yourself, or reach out online to order yours — easy installation, no alteration, and amplified acoustic tone that sounds genuinely natural.