Graph Tech has introduced the Ghost expandable modular pickup systemfor bass guitar. The pickups plug into a Ghost Acousti-Phonic orHexpander pre-amp. The Hexpander provides MIDI-compatible hexaphonicoutput for use with controllers from Roland and Axon. Both pre-amps canbe used together or independently.

At the heart of the system are Graph Tech’s saddle pick-upswith custom-engineered piezos embedded within patented String SaverSaddles. The manufacturer says the system is simple to install and verylittle soldering is required. For more information visitghostinside.com, or call (604) 940-5353 (http://www.ghostinside.com)