--- product_id: 204731917 title: "- Passive Piezo Acoustic Pickup – EP001K Three Balanced German-Made Passive Pickup Elements – Piezo Pickup for Acoustic Guitars (Ceramic)" brand: "journey instruments" price: "395.91 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Journey Instruments" url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/204731917-passive-piezo-acoustic-pickup-ep001k-three-balanced-german-made-passive store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # 3 balanced piezo elements Passive, no battery needed Premium German ceramic build - Passive Piezo Acoustic Pickup – EP001K Three Balanced German-Made Passive Pickup Elements – Piezo Pickup for Acoustic Guitars (Ceramic) **Brand:** journey instruments **Price:** 395.91 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Elevate your acoustic game with pure, passive power! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** - Passive Piezo Acoustic Pickup – EP001K Three Balanced German-Made Passive Pickup Elements – Piezo Pickup for Acoustic Guitars (Ceramic) by journey instruments - **How much does it cost?** 395.91 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/204731917-passive-piezo-acoustic-pickup-ep001k-three-balanced-german-made-passive) ## Best For - journey instruments enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted journey instruments brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Effortless Upgrade:** Quick, no-fuss installation designed for busy pros—no batteries, no complicated wiring, just plug and play. - • **Lifetime Confidence:** Backed by a lifetime warranty, ensuring your investment in superior sound is protected for the long haul. - • **Universal Compatibility:** Seamlessly fits most acoustic guitars, perfect for traveling musicians who demand gig-ready sound anytime, anywhere. - • **Pure Acoustic Amplification:** Amplify your guitar’s natural tone with crystal-clear transparency, preserving every nuance from 22Hz to 18kHz. - • **German Precision Craftsmanship:** Engineered with three 20mm high-output ceramic piezo elements, delivering premium sound quality and durability. ## Overview The Journey Instruments Passive Piezo Acoustic Pickup EP001K features three balanced German-made ceramic piezo elements that deliver transparent, high-fidelity amplification of your acoustic guitar’s natural sound. With a frequency response spanning 22Hz to 18kHz and a passive design requiring no batteries, it offers easy installation and universal compatibility. Engineered for durability and backed by a lifetime warranty, this pickup is the perfect upgrade for professional musicians seeking authentic tone on the go. ## Description Buy Journey Instruments Passive Piezo Acoustic Pickup – EP001K Three Balanced German-Made Passive Pickup Elements – Piezo Pickup for Acoustic Guitars (Ceramic): Combo Amps - desertcart.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases Review: Great performance, totally reasonable price - I bought one of these (3-piezo version) 8 months ago, and I don't know why, other than laziness, I have waited until today to install it. I put it into a dreadnought Ibanez solid top (aw54opn), and it sounds fantastic. Good representation of the guitar, especially from a passive transducer. Much nicer than an under saddle piezo. Feedback is an issue, but that is a function of having the piezo on the sound board of a resonant instrument, not the fault of Journey. EQ, phase reversal, automatic feedback suppression, playing at lower volume all can help here. Use the included blue tack and your ears to find and mark the locations you want to install the pickup, and then use gel super glue to put it in place. I ended up not using a template at all, rather I used a handful of golf tees in the pin holes to get my bearings, and then did it by braille. There is some danger of gluing your fingers, so be careful, or use some thin gloves that's still allow you to feel what's going on. As for the jack, the threaded section could have been a little bit longer. The tail of the Ibanez is ridiculously thick, and I ended up having to not use the interior cover for the output jack so things would fit. The drill bit I used was 31/64, and that fit perfectly. If you have a cable with a very thin quarter inch plug, the easiest way to get the jack installed is to thread that plug into the guitar, and use the cable to pull the jack through the hole. A rean nys series just fits. Review: love this pickup - great pickup for the price. the video for installation was really easy to follow. It lets the true sound of the guitar come through the speakers love this pickup. ## Features - AMPLIFY THE NATURAL SOUND OF YOUR ACOUSTIC GUITAR - Our passive piezo pickup is an elegant solution for transparent tone to amplify the natural sound of your guitar. Frequency response 22Hz-18kHz. EADGBE guitar frequency range is E2 (82 Hz) to F6 (1,397 Hz). - EASY INSTALLATION - Easily upgradeable, minimal effort required installation will allow you to enjoy the acoustic guitar’s natural sounds. A premium, clear and transparent passive piezo pickup requires no batteries and makes installation quick and effortless. - QUALITY GERMAN-MADE MATERIALS - Three balanced high-output, upgradeable German-made ceramic piezo elements are 20mm diameter making it a high-grade, premium quality. - ULTRA COMPATIBLE WITH ACOUSTIC GUITARS - Passive piezo pickup can be installed with acoustic guitars. We love adding it to Journey Instruments collapsible acoustic guitars. To enable traveling musician that can amplify their guitar sound and be ready for any gig. - LIFETIME WARRANTY - Your satisfaction is guaranteed! Enjoy your amplified guitar sounds with our premium quality passive piezo pickup. Upgrade your guitar for complete satisfaction. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B088K6431K | | Best Sellers Rank | #4,089 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #8 in Guitar Pickups & Pickup Covers | | Color Name | 3-Piezo Pickup | | Compatible Devices | Guitar | | Connector Type | 1/4 inch (6.3mm) mono output jack | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (520) | | Date First Available | May 13, 2020 | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Weight | 2.39 ounces | | Item model number | EP001K | | Material Type | Ceramic | | Power Source | Passive (No external power source needed) | | Product Dimensions | 9 x 6 x 1 inches | | Size | Acoustic Guitar Pickup | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Journey Instruments - **Color:** 3-Piezo Pickup - **Compatible Devices:** Guitar - **Material:** Ceramic - **Product Dimensions:** 6"D x 9"W x 1"H ## Images ![- Passive Piezo Acoustic Pickup – EP001K Three Balanced German-Made Passive Pickup Elements – Piezo Pickup for Acoustic Guitars (Ceramic) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/617amzxHKKL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can I use JourneyTek pickups on instruments other than guitars, basses or ukes?** A: Our pickups are designed primarily for use with the instruments for which they’re advertised, and our installation procedures are based on these applications. **Q: What are the Thread Specs for Your Pickups?** A: Strap Button Threads: 3/8-32 standard (if you need to replace the strap button) Inner socket Threads: M12*0.75 metric (If you need to replace a nut for the pickup inner tube threads) **Q: How are the piezos wired on your passive pickups? (EP001K, EP002K, EP003K, EP004K)** A: All piezos are wired in parallel to the 2.5mm mono jack that plugs into the back of the endpin guitar cable connector. (and can also plug into the EPA01 volume control wheel) **Q: Is the HA01 Passport Headphone amp really a useful, or just another headphone amp for electric guitar?** A: This little headphone guitar amp is phenomenal! You can stream-in you favorite tunes with bluetooth to play along. You can create a custom sound and select from 10 custom amps and 10 IR cabinets; then adjust tone, gain and volume. **Q: Will the EP001K fit my guitar?** A: Fits most 12-string guitars as well. You can allow for about 2 mm overhang off of the bridge plate with negligible degradation in acoustic transfer. If you’re using a classical guitar with a center brace, we recommend 4 piezo elements. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great performance, totally reasonable price *by R***. on July 6, 2023* I bought one of these (3-piezo version) 8 months ago, and I don't know why, other than laziness, I have waited until today to install it. I put it into a dreadnought Ibanez solid top (aw54opn), and it sounds fantastic. Good representation of the guitar, especially from a passive transducer. Much nicer than an under saddle piezo. Feedback is an issue, but that is a function of having the piezo on the sound board of a resonant instrument, not the fault of Journey. EQ, phase reversal, automatic feedback suppression, playing at lower volume all can help here. Use the included blue tack and your ears to find and mark the locations you want to install the pickup, and then use gel super glue to put it in place. I ended up not using a template at all, rather I used a handful of golf tees in the pin holes to get my bearings, and then did it by braille. There is some danger of gluing your fingers, so be careful, or use some thin gloves that's still allow you to feel what's going on. As for the jack, the threaded section could have been a little bit longer. The tail of the Ibanez is ridiculously thick, and I ended up having to not use the interior cover for the output jack so things would fit. The drill bit I used was 31/64, and that fit perfectly. If you have a cable with a very thin quarter inch plug, the easiest way to get the jack installed is to thread that plug into the guitar, and use the cable to pull the jack through the hole. A rean nys series just fits. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ love this pickup *by A***L on March 9, 2026* great pickup for the price. the video for installation was really easy to follow. It lets the true sound of the guitar come through the speakers love this pickup. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Installation issues, but they work! *by L***S on March 21, 2023* Won't know what they sound like or if they even work, I have a couple broken bridge pins, new ones coming tomorrow. This review is all about the installation and issues I experienced. Not too hard but not as easy and smooth as the video makes it seem. Was super careful and dry fitted the piezos not once but twice. The first 2 glued in place fine. The 3rd one felt good with the guide sticks and glued up, only to find that it blocked one bridge pin hole so I had to push a drill bit thru the hole to break it off and reposition it. Keep in mind you're doing this totally by braille, even with the hole guide sticks that come in the kit, you have to go by feel and cross your fingers. The other problem is I had to unscrew the inside jack cover almost all the way back for the whole jack to stick out of the back of the guitar far enough per instructions. Only maybe 3 rings of thread left on the inside end of the jack for the cover to grip. The actual problem is that the piezo mini plug is too big to go into the end of the jack cover to connect to the plug. The cover is aluminum so I drilled the end opening larger for the mini plug to fit thru. One other thing to note, the plug is bent a little at an angle making it even more difficult to connect. I didn't want to try to straighten it out and possibly break it. They maybe should state these issues in their instructions, or make these to fit for different models like my Epiphone Hummingbird. Now I just hope they work or back to Amazon they go. 3/27/23 UPDATE, after all that, they work perfectly and sound great! The issues I encountered weren't all that hard to overcome if you're handy and somewhat mechanically inclined. The misplacement of one of the piezos was my fault, I got it right the 2nd time. I'm changing my review to 4 stars, you just need to look out for a few things that I encountered when you go to install them in your guitar. These pickups are a great deal! ## Frequently Bought Together - Journey Instruments Passive Piezo Acoustic Pickup – EP001K Three Balanced German-Made Passive Pickup Elements – Piezo Pickup for Acoustic Guitars (Ceramic) - Journey Instruments Passive Soundhole Volume Wheel - EPA01 Passive Volume Wheel Add-on for Passive Pickups - Passive Soundhole Volume Wheel for Guitar Pickups - Journey Instruments Endpin Jack Strap Button Lock - SL01 Acoustic Guitar Strap Button Lock Secure Attachment, Compatible with Journey Pickups --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/204731917-passive-piezo-acoustic-pickup-ep001k-three-balanced-german-made-passive](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/204731917-passive-piezo-acoustic-pickup-ep001k-three-balanced-german-made-passive) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-04-22*