S.OB Kontakt WSH1 / Simple Contact Microphone, Passive Mono Piezo Pickup

Kontakt WSH1 / Wooden Piezo Contact Microphone

A handcrafted passive piezoelectric contact microphone with a unique wooden shell and rubber pad, created for sound experiments, sound research, live performances, and sound recording.

The microphone combines a recycled hardwood shell with a protective rubber pad, creating a compact and distinctive sound object.

The wooden shell is made from recycled hardwood and impregnated with acrylic varnish for increased durability. Each microphone has a unique wood grain and pattern, so no two pieces are exactly alike. The wood pattern is naturally different on every product and cannot be selected when ordering.

The rubber pad affects the high frequencies, giving the microphone a more natural sound while also helping to protect the piezo element.

Explore the hidden sonic world inside objects and discover the unique vibrations of different materials and surfaces.

Amplification

For better amplification and a fuller sound, it is recommended to use a preamp or Hi-Z (JFET) input.

Mounting

The recommended way to attach the microphone to a surface is with double-sided tape.

You can also experiment with different mounting methods to find what works best for your particular sound source and application.

Do not press the microphone too hard against the surface, as excessive pressure can affect the sound and potentially damage the piezo element.

Specifications

• Dimensions: Ø 40 mm / 1.57" × height 27 mm / 1.063"
• Output: Mono 6.3 mm / 1/4" jack
• Weight: 28 g / 0.0617 lb
• Type: Passive piezoelectric contact microphone
• Shell: Recycled hardwood, impregnated with acrylic varnish
• Pad: Rubber

Production time

Each microphone is handmade to order and takes approximately 5 business days to produce.

Video demonstrations:

https://www.instagram.com/p/C2XGAj9Nkph/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TefC887gHMk

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/eexahM9Chjs

If you have any questions about this sound object, feel free to send me a message.

Every order supports the ongoing development of my sound art practice and the creation of new sound objects.

You can also check out and follow my work on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/simonasnekrosius/