--- product_id: 472905904 title: "Journey Instruments Passive Piezo Acoustic Pickup – EP001K Three Balanced German-made Passive Pickup Elements – Piezo Pickup for Acoustic Guitars (Ceramic)" brand: "journey instruments" price: "VT30402" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Journey Instruments" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/472905904-journey-instruments-passive-piezo-acoustic-pickup-ep001k-three-balanced-german store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Passive, no battery needed 3 balanced piezo elements German-made ceramic pickups Journey Instruments Passive Piezo Acoustic Pickup – EP001K Three Balanced German-made Passive Pickup Elements – Piezo Pickup for Acoustic Guitars (Ceramic) **Brand:** journey instruments **Price:** VT30402 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Elevate your acoustic vibe—unplugged clarity, plugged-in power! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Journey Instruments 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?** VT30402 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/472905904-journey-instruments-passive-piezo-acoustic-pickup-ep001k-three-balanced-german) ## 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 - • **Lifetime Confidence:** Backed by a lifetime warranty to keep your sound flawless and your performance worry-free. - • **Effortless Installation:** Quick, battery-free setup designed for seamless upgrades on any acoustic guitar. - • **Gig-Ready Compatibility:** Perfectly pairs with Journey Instruments collapsible guitars and all standard acoustics for on-the-go pros. - • **Pure Acoustic Amplification:** Amplify your guitar’s natural tone with crystal-clear transparency. - • **Premium German Craftsmanship:** Three balanced 20mm ceramic piezo elements engineered for high output and durability. ## Overview The Journey Instruments Passive Piezo Acoustic Pickup EP001K features three balanced German-made ceramic piezo elements that deliver a transparent, natural acoustic tone across 22Hz-18kHz. Designed for easy, battery-free installation, it upgrades any acoustic guitar with premium sound quality and durability. Ideal for traveling musicians, it offers lifetime warranty support and seamless compatibility with Journey’s collapsible guitars and other acoustic models. ## Description Buy Journey Instruments Passive Piezo Acoustic Pickup – EP001K Three Balanced German-made Passive Pickup Elements – Piezo Pickup for Acoustic Guitars (Ceramic). Free delivery and returns on eligible orders. Review: Great tone, great value. - Excellent tone, and powerful enough without a pre-amp. I installed it in a mandolin with a magnetic pickup already fitted, and it's as loud as that at full volume. Of course you may still need a way of adjusting volume and tone for live performance. Comes with everything you need to install it on a classical guitar (which it is designed for), with a QR code to link to PDF instructions online. I had a struggle to get it into my mandolin, but I managed it. The process would have been a little easier with the 3-element version (EP001K) of course, but the price is the same so why not have the 4th contact? Review: Very good and even sound if installed correctly! - Without a doubt the most natural sounding system I tried except for microphones. Build quality is solid except for the Jack socket which is a bit flimsy, but for this price it's reasonable. Wires are too short if you want to connect to an inbuilt EQ like Belcat. I had to solder on an extension, but I had to clip of the socket anyway so no big deal. A warning. If you are not comfortable and proficient with delicate, precise and pretty awkward installation jobs on very expensive equipment, please hire a guy that is! Or install it on a cheap instrument first and if it worked out well and you like it, buy another pickup set. Tip 1. Don't glue them in place immediately. Use very thin double sided tape first and practice placing the pickups until you can do it effortlessly. This also allows you to listen to them and find the best spot. On my guitar I tried several times with tape and because my guitar is quite strong in bass, I decided to place that pickup two mm further away from the sweet spot than the other two. Tip 2. Once you are ready to use superglue, put only a tiny drop of it. I'd rather have them fall off because it's not enough than to not be able to remove them. Tip 3. Experiment with a brand new set of strings! If you do it with very old ones and they sound even, you might not be so happy when you install a new set later on. Tip.4 VERY IMPORTANT When it's time to drill a hole for the socket, (instead of ripping a hole), use a brand new wood drill bit. Don't use an old one and do not ever use a drill bit for metal! And go slow! Oh, and don't push! Let the drill slowly go through. Tip.5 put some cloth or towels under and over your instrument to avoid damaging it. Tip.6 The wires from the pickup to the socket are ridiculously short. If you plan to connect the pickups to a belcat like I did, or similar internal equalizer, be prepared to strip wires and solder on an extension. I already suggested to the owner of Journey Instruments to make the wires 10cm longer. That's it. A 500£ sound for only 50£. Even if you spend another 50£ on a professional luthier, it's still amazing value. Most natural sounding pick-ups on the market today. Good luck. ## 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 | 8,615 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 154 in Acoustic Guitar Parts | | Colour | 3-Piezo Pickup | | Compatible Devices | Guitar | | Connector | 1/4 inch (6.3mm) mono output jack | | Country Produced In | china | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (617) | | Date First Available | 13 May 2020 | | Item Weight | 68 g | | Item model number | EP001K | | Material Type | ceramic | | Power Source | Corded Electric | | Product Dimensions | 22.86 x 15.24 x 2.54 cm; 68 g | | Region of Origin | eastern-asia | | Size | Acoustic Guitar Pickup | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Journey Instruments - **Colour:** 3-Piezo Pickup - **Compatible devices:** Guitar - **Material:** ceramic - **Product dimensions:** 38.7D x 58.1W x 6.5H centimetres ## Images ![Journey Instruments 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 tone, great value. *by J***R on 23 February 2026* Excellent tone, and powerful enough without a pre-amp. I installed it in a mandolin with a magnetic pickup already fitted, and it's as loud as that at full volume. Of course you may still need a way of adjusting volume and tone for live performance. Comes with everything you need to install it on a classical guitar (which it is designed for), with a QR code to link to PDF instructions online. I had a struggle to get it into my mandolin, but I managed it. The process would have been a little easier with the 3-element version (EP001K) of course, but the price is the same so why not have the 4th contact? ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very good and even sound if installed correctly! *by P***T on 5 July 2024* Without a doubt the most natural sounding system I tried except for microphones. Build quality is solid except for the Jack socket which is a bit flimsy, but for this price it's reasonable. Wires are too short if you want to connect to an inbuilt EQ like Belcat. I had to solder on an extension, but I had to clip of the socket anyway so no big deal. A warning. If you are not comfortable and proficient with delicate, precise and pretty awkward installation jobs on very expensive equipment, please hire a guy that is! Or install it on a cheap instrument first and if it worked out well and you like it, buy another pickup set. Tip 1. Don't glue them in place immediately. Use very thin double sided tape first and practice placing the pickups until you can do it effortlessly. This also allows you to listen to them and find the best spot. On my guitar I tried several times with tape and because my guitar is quite strong in bass, I decided to place that pickup two mm further away from the sweet spot than the other two. Tip 2. Once you are ready to use superglue, put only a tiny drop of it. I'd rather have them fall off because it's not enough than to not be able to remove them. Tip 3. Experiment with a brand new set of strings! If you do it with very old ones and they sound even, you might not be so happy when you install a new set later on. Tip.4 VERY IMPORTANT When it's time to drill a hole for the socket, (instead of ripping a hole), use a brand new wood drill bit. Don't use an old one and do not ever use a drill bit for metal! And go slow! Oh, and don't push! Let the drill slowly go through. Tip.5 put some cloth or towels under and over your instrument to avoid damaging it. Tip.6 The wires from the pickup to the socket are ridiculously short. If you plan to connect the pickups to a belcat like I did, or similar internal equalizer, be prepared to strip wires and solder on an extension. I already suggested to the owner of Journey Instruments to make the wires 10cm longer. That's it. A 500£ sound for only 50£. Even if you spend another 50£ on a professional luthier, it's still amazing value. Most natural sounding pick-ups on the market today. Good luck. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy to fit and good sound. *by W***S on 6 March 2026* Very pleased. So much better than my Fishman Presys Blend. ## 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.vu/products/472905904-journey-instruments-passive-piezo-acoustic-pickup-ep001k-three-balanced-german](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/472905904-journey-instruments-passive-piezo-acoustic-pickup-ep001k-three-balanced-german) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-09*