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Ibanez "The Bug" piezo pickup 1976 - $25 (Averill Park)
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Untested. removed from one of my guitars from the 1970s. has an RCA plug, you will likely need a RCA to guitar plug adaptor. the metal holder holding the RCA jack can be attached with the end pin of a guitar
The Ibanez "The Bug" (Model 2000) is a rare, vintage flat-response piezo-ceramic contact pickup. Introduced in the early 1970s, it was designed to be attached directly to the body or soundboard of acoustic stringed instruments. It typically features an output jack and requires no active battery power.
Overview
This pickup functions as a simple transducer. Instead of capturing string vibrations via traditional magnetic coils, it picks up the physical resonance of the instrument's wood.
Vintage Context:
Originally intended for classical guitarists and folk musicians in the early 1970s before under-saddle piezo systems became the industry standard.
Usage:
It is attached to the outside of an instrument (usually near the bridge) using temporary, non-damaging adhesive or putty.
Value:
Because of its scarcity, collectors and vintage gear enthusiasts often seek out "The Bug." Mint examples in their original packaging can command higher premiums, while loose, functioning units generally trade around $50 to $100 depending on condition.