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My Pickup Sounds Too Dark, What Do I Do?

If you’re a guitarist, you know that your tone is a big part of your musical identity. But what happens when your pickup sounds too

September 23, 2023 No Comments

Initial Thoughts

DiMarzio Mirage – Initial Thoughts

Jake Bowen of Periphery has finally released his second signature pickup set after 10 years. Let’s see how they compare to the pickup’s they’re based on.

June 5, 2023 1 Comment

Initial Thoughts

Seymour Duncan Lari Basilio Pickups – Initial Thoughts

The Seymour Duncan Lari Basilio signature pickups have finally been released. Here’s what we know so far about her unique configuration.

March 15, 2023 No Comments

Comparison

Seymour Duncan Jazz vs. Full Shred Neck Pickup Comparison

Did you know the Seymour Duncan Jazz and Full Shred are entirely identical except for one thing? Let’s see how that affects the tone.

October 9, 2022 2 Comments

Knowledge

The Effect of Guitar Pickup Pole Pieces

Pole pieces aren’t just for aesthetics, they play a fundamental role in the tonality of the pickup. Here, we analyze the differences between the most common options.

October 7, 2022 2 Comments

Knowledge

Understanding DC Resistance

DC resistance is the most common measurement used to describe a pickup’s sound, but there’s more to it then a number. There’s other factors that are important to know.

August 11, 2022 No Comments