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Wood TruTone™ Electric Violin Pickup Overview
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The Wood TruTone™ Pickup System is the standard configuration across many Viper Classic and SVX models — delivering a clean, balanced signal engineered specifically for modern performance.
In this demo, Mark Wood explores the tonal response and versatility of the TruTone system on the Viper Violin.
What Is the Wood TruTone Pickup?
The Wood TruTone™ Pickup is an integrated electric violin transducer system designed to provide:
Balanced string-to-string response
Clear articulation
Controlled output
Versatile tone shaping
It serves as the core voice of many Viper electric violin builds.
Rather than chasing extreme coloration, the TruTone system emphasizes clarity and flexibility — making it ideal for a wide range of performance styles.
How Does the TruTone Pickup Sound?
The TruTone system delivers:
Clean bow response
Smooth midrange presence
Defined upper clarity
Controlled low-end warmth
It performs exceptionally well in:
Contemporary classical
Rock and pop
Worship and church environments
Studio settings
Light to moderate effects use
The result is a refined, adaptable electric violin tone that works across genres.
Key Takeaways
Wood TruTone™ is the standard pickup system on many 4 and 5 String Electric Violin models.
Designed for clean, balanced electric violin tone.
Versatile across genres and performance environments.
Reliable output for live and studio settings.
Upgrade options are available for specialized needs.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Wood TruTone Pickup
Is the TruTone pickup powerful enough for stage performance?
Yes. It is engineered for amplified environments and delivers stable output across performance settings.
Is TruTone available on all Viper models?
It is featured on our 4 and 5 string Viper Classic and SVX configurations as the standard pickup system.
Can I upgrade from TruTone later?
Pickup configuration options can be discussed at build time. Contact us to explore customization. As with all of our pickup options, they can be changed later on based on player preference.
Wood TruTone™ Electric Violin Pickup Overview
The Wood TruTone™ Pickup System is the standard configuration across many Viper Classic and SVX models — delivering a clean, balanced signal engineered specifically for modern performance.
In this demo, Mark Wood explores the tonal response and versatility of the TruTone system on the Viper Violin.
What Is the Wood TruTone Pickup?
The Wood TruTone™ Pickup is an integrated electric violin transducer system designed to provide:
It serves as the core voice of many Viper electric violin builds.
Rather than chasing extreme coloration, the TruTone system emphasizes clarity and flexibility — making it ideal for a wide range of performance styles.
How Does the TruTone Pickup Sound?
The TruTone system delivers:
It performs exceptionally well in:
The result is a refined, adaptable electric violin tone that works across genres.
Key Takeaways
Frequently Asked Questions About the Wood TruTone Pickup
Is the TruTone pickup powerful enough for stage performance?
Yes. It is engineered for amplified environments and delivers stable output across performance settings.
Is TruTone available on all Viper models?
It is featured on our 4 and 5 string Viper Classic and SVX configurations as the standard pickup system.
Can I upgrade from TruTone later?
Pickup configuration options can be discussed at build time. Contact us to explore customization. As with all of our pickup options, they can be changed later on based on player preference.