Thanks for the idea - it certainly sounds promising.
I'm waaaay over my head when it comes to electronics. If I can impose on a bit more of your time, would something like a guitar pickup wiring kit with prewired amplifier be a good starting point?
Thanks!
I got this one from amazon that sounds decent. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07KZKLYGB/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1