I have observed a similar effect using a Seymour Duncan MagMic in two different Seagull guitars. The MagMic is very similar to the Fishman Rare Earth Blend. Neither guitar is very expensive, both mid-range (few steps up from S6) but purchased used at the ~$500 mark. In both cases, I was much happier with unplugged acoustic tone after taking the MagMic out. I kind of liked the plugged-in sound on the MagMic but playing unplugged was no fun. I now have an unused MagMic, will have to figure out how to move it on to a better home.
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