The same pickup element as the V-100, the V-200 employs a Carpenter-style, 1/4″ output jack which mounts on the side of the instrument with chinrest-style hardware. When paired with an impedance-matching preamp, such as our Platinum Stage, Platinum Pro EQ or Powerjack, the full potential of the V-200 can be realized. Piezo-ceramic pickup Lightweight to minimize muting An impedance-matching preamp is recommended, but not required. Alternately, an Aura Imaging preamp can be used for the ultimate in depth and realism. Easy installation with no alteration