Cheers! Was hoping to avoid that. The pole screws were adjusted to taste.RS Guitarworks electronics in my guitar. Those Boss pedals are easy to use once you dialed in your desired effect. Today, there are a plethora of options for both pickups and more. I had them in my 535 when I got it and they sounded okay. The 59 Model takes a beloved sound from a great old model and manages to make it even better! It's a matter of taste, for which there can be no argument because it is subjective. This is a single coil '51 P bass shootout between the Lollar Original and the Seymour Duncan Quarter Pounder. Lollar Imperials are amazing, and the Low Wind set has the most presence and sparkle. Not very SRV. I actually embrace my highs now because the high end that is there is really a pleasure to play with. You must log in or register to reply here. Some of the add-ons on this site are powered by. I've not compared the two, though I do have a set of '59s in my McCarty and they perform really well in that guitar. Thanks SOLR - Thanks for sharing that link, I'll definitely check that out. They are softer in the whole eq range and not as punchy. So now with the Lollars, I am not running away from treble as I would before. But if you're working with a nice axe to begin with, I think it makes sense. someone to say that is pure cork-sniffery. Guitar "feel". Sorry I haven't had the chance to compare the pickups you are asking about but I've always found Lollars to be characteristically bright and articulate (in a good way) so I'm surprised you are looking for more clarity (at least in terms of a PAF style). PV59 are nice pickups, note definition and vintage flavoured all day long. I have taken out Duncans from several guitars-----59s as well as JBs, Replaced them with Lollar Imperials, a couple different versions of WCRs and also Dr Vintage by Wolfetone. Whether you go completely clean or prefer a saturated sound, these pickups will do the job well. the shop set ups on these guitars is IME invariably terrible Got a dynarette guitar cushion. So, check out the above picture. I had a set in a McInturff Taurus I had and loved them in that guitar. Hi OMphalopsychos, that was a very interesting post and study, thanks for that ! All great warmer, slightly more bass and mids strat sound. If I could get a set tomorrow for that I'd go to the bank machine right now. However, I'm wondering how much of a tone difference you are getting from a set of these higher priced competitors? The Pearly Gates is easily one of the best available humbuckers for blues. Guitar, to some extent, feels your desirable sound and provides that with efficiency. I agree with some other sentiments in this threadthe guitar and rig matter a great deal. yeah, that might have been because of a massive typo. Guitar Strings Comparison || https://youtu.be/8vDg6wxw1-c Bare Knuckle Stormy Monday Lollar Imperial Gibson Burstbucker Seymour Duncan Seth LoverClean || Two-Rock Studio 50/15 headOverdrive 1 || Matchless Clubman '35 head | JHS Morning GloryOverdrive 2 || Marshall JMP 2204 50w headCab || 13 2x12 w/Celestion V30 | Shure SM57Feel free to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE! i actually find the style A sexier somehow, maybe the color or the burst.. i seeeee ! I still don't understand it. To the price point: My new set of Lollars weren't even $250 with shipping included. the shop set ups on these guitars is IME invariably terrible Got a dynarette guitar cushion. 246. Put a Seymour Duncan up for $60 including shipping and you'll get offers all day long for $45 and $50. Seth Lover vs Duncan59s on a Heritage 575 Rich Severson 66K views 4 years ago BATTLE of the PAFS! the Seymour Duncan Seth Lovers (Sh-55) vs. AntiquityI'm using my 2011 les Paul R8. Both are nice and clear, no mud, I'd describe them as "juicy". It comes with a 10-year warranty on manufacturing defects. guitarcat46April 22, 2011 in Electric Guitars. Most Successful Signature Guitar Of All Time? DC: Neck 7.6K, Bridge 8.4K Low Wind Imperial Humbucker Most Successful Signature Guitar Of All Time? I have Lollar Blackfaces in my strat. Guitar "feel". Hey, saw the same post at the LPF, so I paste what I replied there (if that's OK): 59 Duncan's were dark for my taste. It comes with unique tonal variations that provide more midrange than typical humbuckers from a Les Paul guitar from that era, as well as a warm and spongy low end. I'm using Vintage T in my esquire. You are using an out of date browser. I can't think of many guitars that I could pull better humbucker tone from than that one. 20 weeks to a higher level of proficiency: Howard Roberts Super Chops one more time. Seths are unpotted, Imperials are about 10 second potted (according to my memory of some Jason Lollar interview). I included the JB's because I liked their sound the best from the SD clips on their website. You should be able to lower the action by adjusting the bridge thumbwheels provided your neck is properly adjusted. Some of the add-ons on this site are powered by. i'm glad the WCR, Fralins, and what not work for you guys but there is no way in hell i'd drop $300 on pickups that's just me however, if i were in the market for noiseless soap bars i would find a way to get the Kinman's:D. See with Chris Kinman it's more about the tech itself. Just some thoughts before you start buying more pickups. I was thinking about it today, how can this be? I find that BG, Rose, and TTS are filling that niche at a very reasonable price. By Two different postures (confirmed by many other pictures, not just that one); I'm wondering if I'm more of a Kessel type as opposed to Pass. but is hardly "boutique" is the Seymour Duncan SPB-1. i actually find the style A sexier somehow, maybe the color or the burst.. i seeeee ! Guitar "feel". I've never owned either brand, but every single guitar I've played with Lollars has sounded REALLY good. So many factors to which pup is best in a particular axe. EQcable cables being used. The Thornbuckers had clarity but also had more character to the sound, maybe it was warmth but they weren't sterile like the Lollars. That guitar just blows me away every time I play it. We sell roughly 50% more Lollar standard Imperials than Low Wind and High Wind Imperials combined. Its worth it to remember that whats important is making music, regardless of the style, how you play, what guitar you play, and all the other limitless variables. Blindfold Test - Match the guitar to the audio! If I had to choose between the two, I would choose the Thornbuckers. Seymour Duncan Little 59 Strat Set Electric Guitar Electronics LOLLAR PICKUPS/Imperial Gold Cover Set Fender USA Pre-Wired Strat Pickguard Texas Special SSS Tortoise Shell 0992342506 Humbucker Shootout: Seymour Duncan Antiquity vs. Lollar Imperial Visual Guy 2.56K subscribers Subscribe 111 13K views 4 years ago Leave a comment on which you prefer and SUBSCRIBE if you. Also try d allen rock and blues and bare knuckle Irish tours. Had a regular Duncan in a lapsteel, as it was all that would fit, really liked it and thought the antiquities have done right by me. I have a '59 neck and a Custom 5 (basically a hot '59) bridge in another Taurus that I still have, and I love them in that guitar too. Nickel Humbucker, Gibson Accessories '57 Classic Plus Pickup, The Gibson 57 Classic Plus is a slightly overwound version, Seymour Duncan Alnico II Pro does many things well, Gibson style guitars with humbuckers that sound like single coils. You must log in or register to reply here. This really is the best of the P-90 sound with the best of a humbucker at an unbeatable price. The tech I used to install the Lollar had to solder the ground wire to a pot (can't remember if it was volume or tone pot) and soldered a guitar string to the ground wire for some reason. Probably better for playing more modern music and more versatile for me now anyways. Today, there are endless choices for humbuckers. Lollar Imperial vs. Bare Knuckle Pickups Stormy Monday in the Eastman SB59! Thanks Ekam Sat Tags: None Rex_Rocker Ultimate Tone Slacker Join Date: Feb 2015 Posts: 2834 #2 before you can post: click the register link above to proceed. It's just twangy enough, dry, stripped down and has a decidedly Duncan tone. It still has the same I bought them as a set, so Ive just kept them together. It was built with the original Gibson PAF specifications that provide low volume but with modern clarity. Limited Edition Commissioned Builds by Bob Benedetto, I don't care if a dude is purple with green breath as long as he can swing., Virtuoso players: not necessarily songwriters. I don't know if we know each other but we should get in touch because i love that stuff (don't hesitate to drop by Nice ones, thanks for sharing ! Not as warm and sweet sounding but more of a bright and fuller sound. Used 59s many, many years ago in an Ibanez LR10 which I liked and used until it got stolen . I know that tone is subjective. They are here to help. The Lollar Imperial humbucker pickups are made with Alnico 2 magnets for the neck position and Alnico 5 magnets for the bridge position. Wow , I was very impressed with the way the 59 sounds in that guitar, definitely its going nowhere . Add to cart. What Are The Best Humbuckers For Jazz & Blues? This is weird, I've never seen so much love for 59s here, especially when compared to Imperials. There aren't any magic parts that make any PU better than another, not a '59 PAF, not a '51 Broadcaster . IMO: clarity and bite is amazing in Antiquities. Prefer the smaller manufacturers-Fralin, WCR, Sheptone. I have SD Antiquity Texas Hots in a strat and love them they are chimey when playing clean and mid-growly when playing overdriven. Posted March 19, 2009. guitarcapo. DA building custom made instruments, the guy who ordered it could also have said "no please don't do the black overlay thing", Hi Mark, I ended up liking the feel and response of the Lollar a bit more although the low wind. Awesome, yes please do. But these guitars ended up sounding quite different to the Appetite guitar. These pickups are a fantastic choice for blues, traditional rock, and even some overdriven jazz in the vein of Kurt Rosenwinkel or John Scofield. The Lollars sounded and felt a lot more musical, more dynamic. Anyway, back to the Thornbuckers. Planning to make a Bud inspired combo what speaker? Have you written them about your disappointment? Not every instrument is available there to make the perfect tone by cooperating with your musical sense. I definitely don't need anything custom wound. Leads will also benefit from the balanced mid-range. The Gibson 57 Classic Plus is a slightly overwound version that provides a bit more bite for the bridge position without losing the smoothness that made the original so popular among blues and jazz players. Very nice and perfect for Clapton, SRV, Mayer sounds the neck pickup in particular is excellent. I read something online recently when searching, and someone described the Lollar, and Fralin pickups as being in a different league over the Seymour Duncan, DiMarzio pickups, etc. link above. Never tried Lollars but they make a great pickup. I actually recently got a set of Imperials, the regular version, for a Warmoth Soloist project. JavaScript is disabled. Capture the airy top end, balanced mid-range, tight low end, and beautiful overtones of the classic PAF pickups with the Lollar Imperial humbucker. JavaScript is disabled. It's very vanilla in a good way - we use vanilla in a lot of recipes, right? 1998 HERITAGE H-575 archtop guitar w/Spruce top - EUR 2.593,12. no. Half of the trip is reached in . The sound of humbuckers has historically been associated with Gibson guitars, while the single coil tone originates from Fender. Talk with your fellow tone freaks on the web's liveliest (and friendliest!) In the neck position, this pickup produces a darker clean sound with a vintage touch and is also fantastic for buttery distortion. You are using an out of date browser. My only experience with Lollar was buying a couple Special T pickups for a Mexican tele I had. I use a GT8 model, but the basics are all the same. Wanting something that will sound sparkly and clean w/ no gain, but then will have a nice squish to it with some OD/Fuzz. Those guys will be the first to admit they owe a lot to Duncan and DiMarzio. It is built with Alnico 5 bar magnet and vacuum wax potting to make it compatible with lighter gauge guitar strings. Kelowna BC. The boutique pickups lifted both budget and premium guitars to another level, especially in the vintage arena that I'm attracted to. I tend to buy small winders, because they wind each PU to fit my needs and guarantee it or they';ll rewind until it's perfect. In your case I would go with the Suhr Thornbuckers. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. I think they sound great, and for 1/2 the price of some of the boo-teek brands, they are a tremendous value as well. Seymour Duncan SH-1N 59 Model Humbucker for Neck - Single Conductor (Black) SEY-1200217. I'm not saying the Fralins or Lollars are worse or even, I'm saying it all depends on what the person wants. There aren't any magic parts that make any PU better than another, not a '59 PAF, not a '51 Broadcaster PU, not a any. Most Successful Signature Guitar Of All Time? They are supposed to be more or less PAF replicas. Or are you a bebop player like Wes Montgomery? Add to cart. I have Surfers and love them. To start viewing messages, I asked a few people what Seymour Duncan pickup is the most similar to a Lollar Imperial, and some said Pearly Gates, some said Pearly Gates is actually quite different and a Alnico II Pro is closer. I have a partscaster that I put together with a set of the normal Lollar Imperials. This increases the output, making it ideal to use in the bridge position. mind spending the money on a set of Lollar pickups or Fralins eventually. 36ths are really good, so are pearly gates. TheBluesbucker is a great option for players on a tight budget that are also looking to add some spark to their playing. - Lollar Imperial Low Wind - DiMarzio 36th Anniversary - Seymour Duncan JB The guitar plays great, but the stock pickups are a little plasticky/waxy sounding. It felt more refined (good adjective from above poster) in a cutting sort of way (a bit much for my taste). JavaScript is disabled. Im one of those guys that runs position 2 for rhythm and bridge for solos. Since their introduction in the 1950s, the 57 Classic has been the ultimate humbucker PAF known for its smooth and velvety tone. High quality is high quality. I put a Fralin up that was an 'extra' (I had Fralins in multiple other guitars at the time)bidding war ensues and it sells for the same price that most of the Seymour Duncans sell for new. 476. Great chime, quack, and can bring forth the Hendrix and SRV when given the love. never heard a bad thing about the 36s. I actually found the Imperials to be a little bright and sterile. Using Lollar Imperials in a Sadowsky semi now and I really like them a lot . DiMarzio doesn't make vintage-style PU's, some are vintage voiced, but not really vintage-spec. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Now there seem to be a ton of choices. I'm happy with them. I put a 36th PAF in the neck and a Norton in the bridge. i imagine that on some later cutaway examples, but don't know if i've seen it much on pre 50s examples. They are worth the money no doubt. Train via Marburg Hauptbahnhof 5h 13m. I chose DI because many pickup demos are . Stumbled across this topic while trying to decide on some new pickups for my American Original 60's Strat. then you take into account price, looks, options, etc. Humbucker pickups have long been associated with the sound of jazz & blues guitars. I play in a classic rock/jam band and want to upgrade my CS Strat 60's pickups. Thanks SOLR - Thanks for sharing that link, I'll definitely check that out. Pearly Gates pickups are hand-built in Santa Barbara, California and youll find them in both standard humbucker and trembucker spacing. Product Details. By putting two single coil pickups in series and inverting the poles, the noise was canceled, the humbucker was born, and guitar players rejoiced. They are lower output and Alnico 2 and work great with overdrive and for SRV and Clapton. The 50s lollar set was even worse than the standard Duncan p90 set, IMO. Fralins pickups are used by legends like Jeff Beck, Bill Frisell, Neil Young, David Gilmour, and Carlos Santana, just to name a few. Same guitar, same modeler, same patch, same settings. Apparently SD Texas Hots neck and middle with custom wound SD in the bridge . The Gear Page is the leading online community and marketplace for guitars, amps, pedals, effects and associated gear. Lets get started! Is this Mark Whitfield's new D'Angelico??? I love the Duncan 59's in my 96' Hamer Artist. Wound using an ex-Gibson Leesona winding machine, the Amos set offers a unique alternative for those seeking a powerful PAF-style sound. Seymour Duncan SSM 1 N 2 C CHR Firebird Vintage Humbucker 2 Conductor Hookup Cable Neck Position Cover Chrome DiMarzio DP240 Vintage Minibucker Mini Humbucker Neck Pickup Nickel Cover Editor's Rating 5/5 4.5/5 4/5 Price $169.00 $119.00 Price not available Buy Now Check Latest Price Check Latest Price Check Latest Price Or Seths are thin, as others say. These pickups are one of the best options available for humbuckers as they offer great sound, are versatile, and will let your true sound shine through when you play. Seymour Duncans are my personal favorite. Very low output style. The bridge pickup provides a fuller tone with a cleaner and brighter middle position. Could this affect the tone in some way? I like them but don't love them, if that makes sense. It is quite versatile and bluesy indeed! The Dimarzio Bluesbucker looks like a standard humbucker but provides a P-90 type sound while still canceling the 60-cycle hum effectively. Lollar Imperial vs Seth Lover - YouTube 0:00 / 2:35 Lollar Imperial vs Seth Lover Westwood Music 941 subscribers Subscribe 49K views 3 years ago David compares the Lollar Imperial. do the 36ers. I've had multiple sets of both, the seths are definitely hotter sounding than the antiquities, even though the sets I had were almost identical in output. interesting, what is the rear overlay? The stock fralin are my favorite. Guitarists will have the perfect combination of creamy and smooth sound with some bite from the bridge position with this pickup. Planning to make a Bud inspired combo what speaker? Copyright 2022 - Jazz Guitar Online - All rights reserved - Privacy Policy. If I want/need customwound stuff, I still shop for the best bang for the buck. for that guitar they are a good fit. The height of the bridge pickup is kept a low 5/32" from the strings on the bass side (to clean up the low-end response) and 3/32" on the treble side. Got another hour with them last night. Even though the mids are more accentuated, this neck pickup still provides that open air and treble attack of an Alnico 2 bar magnet. Flight route: 237.72 mi (382.58 km) (0h 57min) The flight distance between the nearest airports Lollar and Berlin is 237.72 mi (382.58 km). They were originally developed to solve the hum issue that single coil pickups often present. Klein Epic 59; Flying-Mojo The Duck Pre-CBS; Copyright 2018-2023. Hmm. interesting, what is the rear overlay? Interested to hear your thoughts. . Not to take away from Seymour Duncan, and DiMarzio pickups. It all depends on your personal tonal needs. I have had a few WCR models as well, Darkburst, Ironman, Crossroads. They have degaussed A2 magnets, are unpotted, and have a softer attack than the Lollars, and slightly more complex, softer focus, not as crisp as the Lollars. You should be able to lower the action by adjusting the bridge thumbwheels provided your neck is properly adjusted. Your email address will not be published. The clarity is great in the various wiring available with 4 wire buckers, and the normal series setting is very fat sounding, yet even then retains detail to satisfy my ear that normally prefers single coils. Can't tell you how many engineers I know who hear the tone of a 59 and say "let's go with that, sounds great for this part". Quote. Aug 28, 2020 #1. . As most people know, Slash used the APH-1 Alnico II Pro humbuckers in his Derrig Les Paul for decades, and recorded all of the Guns N Roses albums with that pickup. Yes, using a strap, but I'll have to check next time I play to see if I'm doing all the other stuff (hips, knees, ankles, 90 degrees, etc. My answer is that I have Fralins and Lollars and would not hesitate to spend the money again to get morein fact, just ordered a set of Lollars last week when I came to the conclusion that I was not going to find a set second hand. You make a lot of sense. He has production credits on artists such as Descemer Bueno, and has also composed alongside Grammy and ASCAP award-winners such as Sebastin De Peyrecave and Jos Luis Morn. (Interview W/ Neal of RecordingTheMasters), Counting Down The 15 Best Drummers Of All Time, Spotifys Permanent Wave Music (Definitions & Origins), A Collection Of The Top Music Producer Memes Of All Time, best pickups for Les Paul (for blues & jazz), Dimarzio Bluesbucker looks like a standard humbucker, best of the P-90 sound with the best of a humbucker, Lindy Fralin Pure P.A.F. All times are GMT-7. It may not display this or other websites correctly. In Stock. JB sound too different to compare with the other 2. This pickup uses USA-made Alnico 2 magnets for vintage tonal balance and output as well as Lindy Fralins Sectioning technique for unique, dynamic playing and sound. Both were in the bridge. Both amps sounded great with the '57. But if there was no difference why would Duncan and DiMarzio both have custom pickups that cos as much or exceed the price of Fralin,Suhr or Lollar pickups? The 57 Classic Plus is the perfect companion for the 57 Classic, and provides a beautiful PAF style fat tone with a vintage flavor for playing blues, jazz, and rock in the vein of the legendary Steve Howe of Yes. 1995-2022 Harmony Central, Inc. All rights reserved. Well a bit of an update, I pulled the Lollars out and put a couple Dimarzios that I had sitting around in the guitar. Max Guitar B.V.. The Alnico II Pro works well with both brighter toned instruments and hollow and semi-hollow body guitars. Now I'm more confused than before. Rodrigo is an award-winning songwriter (Best Popular Song Of 2018 for Ibermsicas), and has worked with the prestigious EMI Music Publishing Latin America. Wizz Premium Clone Its a premium pickup set for players looking for something truly special. While I must acknowledge the Lollar Low wind I had, my favorite humbucker so far has been Seymour's Antiquity. Dont know about KA but Lollar Imperials are more 'trad PAF'. I've had both pickups in the same guitar and much preferred the Lollars. I've had some nice e-mail responses to pickup questions I've had from Lollar recently. It may not display this or other websites correctly. No, I've never played a strictly jazz guitar festival. I don't believe for a second that their custom wound products are any less than their higher priced competitors, i.e. The Lollar Imperial humbucker pickups are made with Alnico 2 magnets for the neck position and Alnico 5 magnets for the bridge position. Just replaced the '57 Classic in my '59 Historic 175 with an Imperial Regular Wind and I'm horrified at how it sounds. I wouldn't be looking at either of those if you're after SRV and JM. . My Bare Knuckle Mules were rough cast A4, and sounded spectacular. Had both, never in the same guitar. tone forum. I'm doing exactly the same thing right now with a 335. You are using an out of date browser. I have listened to many lollars and they are stellar stuff also. Pickups loaded into the same guitar, with the same amp on the same exact settings. Lollar low winds to go in tomorrow, replacing a 36th in the bridge. The weaker magnet allows for a longer sustain and for the players dynamic playing to come through more purely. I'm far from a cork sniffer and i have heard some outstanding pickups made by Seymour Duncan,DiMarzio,Lace and other mass manufactures.. The engineers didn't want the covers because the dampening of higher frequencies. I've had guitars with both Imperials and Thornbuckers. More to come!Lollar Imperials played next too Seymour Duncan Antiquity set.Imperial set: Alnico 2 / 7.6k neck and Alnico 5 / 8.4k bridgeAntiquity set: Alnico 2 - 7.7k neck and 8.6 bridgeLick 1 - full guitar volumeLick 2 - guitar volume 4Lick 3 - guitar volume 7lick 4 - full guitar volumePlayed the same licks as close as possible. lollar imperial vs seymour duncan 59 unenroll intelligent hub android April 27, 2022. secret chest pathfinder . Conversely, you can also fit Gibson style guitars with humbuckers that sound like single coils, or even single coils. What matters is what tone do you want? There are 6 ways to get from Lollar to Berlin by train, bus, car or plane. You wouldn't go to Fralin for a Super Distortion, nor would you go to DiMarzio for '56 Strat tone (I hope). They feature unbalanced coils that produce a tight bottom end that complements the pickup's fullness and causes overtones to build up after each note is played. Sorted my back out. The Vocal EQ Chart (Vocal Frequency Ranges + EQ Tips), EQ Before Or After Compression? So, if you want classic tones, Loallr and Fralin are much more to taste. How bright / dark is the guitar unplugged? . The dimarzio 36th PAF will be the most versatile of the ones you listed. Dynamic playing to come through more purely Special T pickups for a second that their custom SD. The JB 's because i liked and used until it got stolen 's strat pickups in the whole EQ and. 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