The Submarine pickup is a guitar pickup, invented by singer/songwriter Pete Roe, that can add extra low-end to both electric and acoustic guitars.
Roe came up the event when he performed as a solo opening act for a band and found that his audience was louder than he was. This led him to experiment to create a pickup that could be used to give the first two strings of the guitar an extra boost. The resulting Submarine pickup can add an extra bass punch without in any way interfering with the guitar's natural sound.
The Submarine pickup truly adds greater depth and range to guitars, and gives guitarists -- particularly those performing as solo acts -- a greater voice.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Submarine Pickup
- The Submarine pickup is a disruptive innovation that adds extra low-end to guitars, giving solo performers a greater voice.
- Dual-sound Guitars
- Dual-sound guitars are a trend that may emerge, as the Submarine pickup can make one guitar sound like two.
- Low-end Enhancing Technology
- Low-end enhancing technology is a trend that may grow, as the Submarine pickup offers an effective solution for adding extra bass punch to guitars.
Sectors Adopting This
- Music Technology
- The music technology industry has an opportunity to incorporate the Submarine pickup's low-end enhancing technology in existing and new products.
- Musical Instruments
- The musical instruments industry may see a trend towards guitar pickups that offer increased depth and range, like the Submarine pickup.
- Live Music and Performances
- The live music and performances industry may benefit from the Submarine pickup's ability to give solo performers a greater voice and fill a larger space with sound.
