The Fishman Jerry Douglas Signature Series Aura Imaging Pedal (model PRO-AIP-JD1) is an acoustic imaging pedal built for resophonic, or squareneck, guitar. Fishman says it comes pre-loaded with 16 custom Aura Images created by Jerry Douglas himself, specifically for resophonic guitars, and that the pedal delivers "PLUG IN WITH REALISTIC STUDIO MIC SOUND": the idea is to get a studio-mic tone from a pickup, removing the need to mic the instrument on stage and eliminating spurious stage noise and intrusive microphone setups1.
Fishman's product page listed the pedal as out of stock as of 26 October 20261.
Jerry Douglas and the 16 custom Aura Images
Aura Images are Fishman's captured profiles of a studio microphone placed in front of an instrument, blended with the pickup signal so a plugged-in guitar or resophonic can sound mic'd without a mic on stage. On this signature model, the 16 Images were created and used by Jerry Douglas specifically for resophonic guitars, which is what sets the pedal apart from the general Aura range1. Fishman frames the endorsement plainly: "The 'JD' Signature pedal comes pre-loaded with 16 custom Aura Images created by Jerry Douglas himself, specifically for" resophonic guitars1.
Controls and connections
The front panel carries three main controls plus a phase switch, and a single footswitch handles bypass and muting1.
| Control | What it does |
|---|---|
| Volume | Overall output level1 |
| Blend | Mixes the pickup signal with the Aura Image1 |
| Image Select | Steps through the 16 custom Aura Images1 |
| Input Trim | Sets input level, with a Clip/Low battery indicator1 |
| Phase switch | Feedback-fighting phase reversal1 |
| Bypass/Mute foot switch | Switches the pedal in and out, or mutes for changes1 |
The input and amplifier output are 1/4-inch mono, and the balanced XLR D.I. output has pre/post routing, so the signal reaching the PA can be taken before or after the pedal's processing1.
Power, size and weight
The pedal runs on a 9-volt battery, with a battery life Fishman specifies at 27 hours, or on an optional 9-volt power supply: the ACC-BLE-POW 910-R AC Adapter for Pedals & Outboard Preamps1. The Input Trim control's Clip/Low battery indicator gives warning when the battery is fading1.
Fishman's product page gives the enclosure as durable all-metal construction, measuring 9.5" L x 5.36" W x 2.1" H (142mm x 101mm x 53mm) and weighing 1.25 lbs (.56 kg)1.
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Questions
Does the Fishman Jerry Douglas Aura Imaging Pedal run on a battery?
Yes. Fishman lists the pedal as running on a 9-volt battery, with an optional power supply available separately: the ACC-BLE-POW 910-R AC Adapter for Pedals & Outboard Preamps. The Input Trim control doubles as a Clip/Low battery indicator, so you get a warning on the pedal itself when the battery is running down.
How long does the battery last in the Jerry Douglas Aura pedal?
Fishman specifies a battery life of 27 hours. For regular players, an optional 9-volt AC adapter is available, the Fishman ACC-BLE-POW 910-R, which takes the pedal off battery power entirely.
Does it have an XLR output for the PA?
Yes. Alongside a 1/4-inch mono instrument input and a 1/4-inch amplifier output, the pedal has a balanced XLR D.I. output with pre/post routing, so it can feed the PA directly as well as an acoustic amp.
Can it be used with a regular acoustic guitar?
Fishman designed this signature pedal specifically for resophonic guitars: its 16 Aura Images were created and used by Jerry Douglas for resophonic instruments. Fishman describes the Aura concept generally as delivering realistic studio mic sound from a plugged-in instrument, but the Images on this particular pedal are resophonic-specific.
Is the Jerry Douglas Aura Imaging Pedal still in stock?
As of 26 October 2026, Fishman's own product page lists the pedal as out of stock.
Sources (1)
- Jerry Douglas Signature Series Aura Imaging Pedal, Fishman Transducers Inc
