That is interesting about the strings! I'm using DR Veritas 9-42. I had the same symptoms with a previous set of strings that were (I'm pretty sure) D'Addario 9-42. How do I conclusively check the output jack? I'm trying hard not to desolder anything unless I absolutely have to. I'm having problems ...

Have you checked/adjusted the small trim pot on the Fishman preamp board? This should increase the level of the piezo output. I have. The results I've posted so far are with the trim pot fully CW (maximum). I did some testing to see what difference it makes in the signal. I was able to measure abou...

Update after testing with just a good cable and an amp. With Mono Cable in Mono Mode: Magnetic pickups are heard in all three mag/piezo switch combinations. Loudest when the switch is in Mag-only mode, and quietest when in Piezo-only mode, but always present. The mag pickup output is attenuated. Pie...

I replaced the battery with a new Duracell (9.55 VDC), and tested the voltage in the control cavity and it measured the same - ruling out some possible battery connection issues. My cables are of good quality and all have been tested via multimeter. The flex PCB looks new to my eyes. The piezo balan...

Hello! I bought a 1999 Fly Deluxe that is in great physical condition, but the electronics are not what I expect. 1. With the stereo/mono switch in mono , and using a mono cable, I get no sounds at all. 2. With the stereo/mono switch in stereo and using a mono cable, I get great magnetic sounds, but...