Without firm pressure of this unit against the battery, it will not work. Does anyone know a source to get a preamp that can replace this one? It doesn’t have to be Takamine brand. Please see pictures.
Hard to source — a few years ago I used Addicted to Tone to source some odd takamine parts. He’s very responsive and can usually source what you’re looking for (defunct as these preamps are).
I’ve also found if you slice some hard foam with double stick and put it on the butt of a 9V (if it’s the 9V version and not the AA) can help add that additional pressure you need.
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Mr. Talkamine USA has stores on eBay, Reverb, and Facebook page. He’s a wealth of information and has been responsive to my inquiry’s. (I just realized he’s the same guy mentioned above.) I have spoken to Reps at Talkamine and they are supportive of William Sutherlands addiction to all things Talkamine Preamp related…
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