I'm not sure whether this is overkill but it is one solution. I've run my mandolin equipped with K & K pickup through my Platinum Pro preamp and used the boost switch on that for solos. This preamp likely has more 'bells and whistles' than you need so a simple boost pedal might be a better fit. I'll defer to the AGF members with more knowledge of this than me and know they'll be helpful for you.
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