pi
ckup
Plural
pickups
1
a light truck with an open body and low sides and a tailboard
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a transducer device used to capture the vibrations of a musical instrument's strings and convert them into an electrical signal
A pickup is a device on electric stringed instruments, such as guitars, that captures the vibrations of the strings and converts them into an electrical signal. This signal is then sent to an amplifier to produce sound. Pickups are usually located under the strings and can come in various types, including magnetic and pressure-sensitive. The design and placement of the pickup affect the instrument’s tone and overall sound. Additionally, pickups can be used on acoustic instruments to amplify their sound. They are typically installed in or near the sound hole or on the body of the acoustic instrument, allowing it to be heard more clearly in live performances or recordings.
- The electric guitar's pickups pick up the vibrations of the strings and send them to the amplifier.
- He installed new pickups on his bass guitar to enhance its tone.
- The quality of the pickups can greatly affect the sound of an electric guitar.
- Some pickups allow players to switch between different sound profiles.
- The guitarist adjusted the height of the pickups to achieve the desired tone.
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anything with restorative powers
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a warrant to take someone into custody
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the act or process of picking up or collecting from various places
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the act of taking aboard passengers or freight
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mechanical device consisting of a light balanced arm that carries the cartridge
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the attribute of being capable of rapid acceleration
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a casual acquaintance; often made in hope of sexual relationships