Members Faldoe Posted March 1, 2008 Members Share Posted March 1, 2008 So I have a Gibson 79 LP custom. I replaced the stock pups with GFS FAT PAFs, they sound good but almost kind of muddled when using distortion. What are some good humbuckers you could suggest to me? I have Bill Lawrence L-500L pups in my SG and other LP, pretty nice but I'd like to see what else is out there... I play shoegaze, post-rock, rock, doomy, post metal, indie stuff, just to give you an idea of what sounds I like. Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Dudleyjackson Posted March 1, 2008 Members Share Posted March 1, 2008 I very much like the Tonerider AC4 in the bridge of my Gibson. i play rock,classic rock and blues, mainly. I also love the Gibson 490r in the neck pos. There are sound files linked off in my signature, not the best playing, but the top file is fair. Check out their website soundclips, for their pickups linked off this page http://www.tonerider.com/hb_main.shtml . Excellent value. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members The Riffer Posted March 1, 2008 Members Share Posted March 1, 2008 DUDE. I know they get alot of love around here, but seriously, a gfs in a vintage LP? A LP CUSTOM no less. BB pro,s sound great in an LP, or secondly, a DImarzio Super Distortion also sounds good in an LP. Both have the ability to completely breakup, but roll them back a bit and they're majick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jhall Posted March 1, 2008 Members Share Posted March 1, 2008 DUDE. I know they get alot of love around here, but seriously, a gfs in a vintage LP? A LP CUSTOM no less. BB pro,s sound great in an LP, or secondly, a DImarzio Super Distortion also sounds good in an LP. Both have the ability to completely breakup, but roll them back a bit and they're majick. Contrary to what is said on this forum. The 490r-498t set on the older customs is very good. They are hot though and as most hot pickups do, They'll muddy up a bit with high gain settings. Turn the vol down a lot on them and then crank the gain a bit. They'll be sure to please.As soon as I hear the word "fat" ot "hot" in a pickup name, I steer clear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members 6StringSling Posted March 1, 2008 Members Share Posted March 1, 2008 Instead of trying new pickups you could try wiring them in parallel if they are currently wired in series. This will brighten the tone but reduce the volume. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members book_of_lies777 Posted March 1, 2008 Members Share Posted March 1, 2008 2 words: SEYMOUR DUNCAN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Ancient Mariner Posted March 1, 2008 Members Share Posted March 1, 2008 2 words:SEYMOUR DUNCAN 3 words: Don't do it. Ask Norcal_gtr what he'd have that is suitable. Never yet heard a Duncan that I liked when I play through it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members guitarcapo Posted March 1, 2008 Members Share Posted March 1, 2008 3 words:Don't do it.Ask Norcal_gtr what he'd have that is suitable. Never yet heard a Duncan that I liked when I play through it. Really? I love Seth Lovers. I guess they don't work well for extremely high gain stuff because they aren't wax potted...but I love them for everything else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Axe_34 Posted March 1, 2008 Members Share Posted March 1, 2008 I'm about to pick up (ha ha) a set of Bare Knuckle Mules for my LP. I currently have a set of SD's -- 59 and JB -- and the JB is way too hot in the bridge for what I play -- classic rock and some alternative. They're pricey but every clip I've heard and every review I've read have impressed the hell out of me. http://www.bareknucklepickups.co.uk/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members gschmittling Posted March 1, 2008 Members Share Posted March 1, 2008 motorcity pickups.they're about the same price as BB but handmade. the guys willing to work with you and make em sound how you want. there's a two week settle in perios. it's worth giving the guy a call and seeing what he can do for you. www.motorcitypickups.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Norcal_GIT_r Posted March 1, 2008 Members Share Posted March 1, 2008 Take listen to my BG Buckers and PUF sets. They maybe just what you are looking for. You can get info and listen to clips at www.bg-pups.com If I can answer any questions please let me know. Thanks, Bryan Gunsher BG Pups Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Ancient Mariner Posted March 1, 2008 Members Share Posted March 1, 2008 Really? I love Seth Lovers. I guess they don't work well for extremely high gain stuff because they aren't wax potted...but I love them for everything else. Never tried Seth Lovers, so I'll give them the benefit of the doubt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Faldoe Posted March 1, 2008 Author Members Share Posted March 1, 2008 DUDE. I know they get alot of love around here, but seriously, a gfs in a vintage LP? A LP CUSTOM no less. BB pro,s sound great in an LP, or secondly, a DImarzio Super Distortion also sounds good in an LP. Both have the ability to completely breakup, but roll them back a bit and they're majick. So you're saying thats no good? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Faldoe Posted March 2, 2008 Author Members Share Posted March 2, 2008 Bump. Just to make my search more specific. I pretty much only use my bridge pickup. I want something that is good clean and does overdrive/ high gain well. Also my LP is downtuned to B f# b f# a# d# Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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