Members TU BE Posted March 14, 2008 Members Share Posted March 14, 2008 So I bought this prewired dual humbucker pickguard for my strat on ebay.http://cgi.ebay.com/Prewired-Strat-P...QQcmdZViewItem I wasn't expecting much out of these pups for such a low price, but I took my strat to practice yesterday and was blown away by how good these sounded. VERY punchy pickups. Nice and clear. Pinch harmonics just SANG. Killer sustain!!! I honestly thought I would be changing these things out but there is absolutely no need to. The strat will now be my main axe and these pickups are staying in it. Dude, you can buy a SET of these things for $29.95!!!http://www.guitarpartsonline.com/ind...ath=27&&page=1 On that site, they only have the chrome screamers. I'm assuming the ones in this pickguard are just chrome screamers without the covers on them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members sheepeH Posted March 14, 2008 Members Share Posted March 14, 2008 man, 30$ for a set of chromed HB's, thats a no brainer if they really sound that good. I wonder if I should get them and put them in my SG. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members TU BE Posted March 14, 2008 Author Members Share Posted March 14, 2008 Originally Posted by sheepeH man, 30$ for a set of chromed HB's, thats a no brainer if they really sound that good. I wonder if I should get them and put them in my SG. Man, for $30, what do you have to lose? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members JoshuaLogan Posted March 14, 2008 Members Share Posted March 14, 2008 Originally Posted by TU BE Man, for $30, what do you have to lose? $30 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members TU BE Posted March 14, 2008 Author Members Share Posted March 14, 2008 Originally Posted by JoshuaLogan $30 After I hit "submit reply" I thought the same thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members JonathanD Posted March 14, 2008 Members Share Posted March 14, 2008 Back when they sold guitars (I don't see on the site that they do anymore), I bought a knockoff tele for $99. It was better than any Mexican Fender I've ever played. And that's no lie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jaytee123 Posted March 14, 2008 Members Share Posted March 14, 2008 They used to sell guitars, too. I bought a beautiful Ibanez style with vine of life inlay for $299 new. Great guitar. I was planning to swap out the pickups, but the ones in there are just fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members TU BE Posted March 14, 2008 Author Members Share Posted March 14, 2008 They still sell all the stuff to do a DIY guitar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members rockapede Posted March 14, 2008 Members Share Posted March 14, 2008 Originally Posted by TU BE They still sell all the stuff to do a DIY guitar. I think it's awesome you're playing a koa Strat in a metal band. You'll probably get a lot of looks before shows, but then you'll show 'em what a real guitar sounds like . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members killshot Posted March 14, 2008 Members Share Posted March 14, 2008 That P-Bass kit looks like fun.. Is there stuff decent? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members TU BE Posted March 14, 2008 Author Members Share Posted March 14, 2008 Originally Posted by rockapede I think it's awesome you're playing a koa Strat in a metal band. You'll probably get a lot of looks before shows, but then you'll show 'em what a real guitar sounds like . Yeah, it's definitely not your typical metal guitar. That's what I like about it. It has a unique sound, especially going through the Triple Recto. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members colejustesen Posted March 14, 2008 Members Share Posted March 14, 2008 I came across those dragonfire pickups the other day on eBay. I have heard good things about them, but ultimately I went with Toneriders instead. They are not as cheap for a set but cheaper. $30 is a great deal if they sound great, I am curious of their EMG knockoff. TU BE, if you can would you post some clips of the screamers? Cole Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members peavey_impact Posted March 14, 2008 Members Share Posted March 14, 2008 I've heard good things about their actives....thanks for the heads up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members TU BE Posted March 14, 2008 Author Members Share Posted March 14, 2008 Originally Posted by colejustesen I came across those dragonfire pickups the other day on eBay. I have heard good things about them, but ultimately I went with Toneriders instead. They are not as cheap for a set but cheaper. $30 is a great deal if they sound great, I am curious of their EMG knockoff.TU BE, if you can would you post some clips of the screamers?Cole Unfortunately, the only loaded cab I have at the moment is at our practice room. That's why I haven't been able to participate in any jams or post clips for the past couple of months. I have an unloaded 412 I plan to put speakers in soon though. ASAP, I'll get some clips up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members colejustesen Posted March 14, 2008 Members Share Posted March 14, 2008 Originally Posted by TU BE Unfortunately, the only loaded cab I have at the moment is at our practice room. That's why I haven't been able to participate in any jams or post clips for the past couple of months. I have an unloaded 412 I plan to put speakers in soon though. ASAP, I'll get some clips up. When you do, you should look at those WGS speakers to put in it. The one I have sounds great (Veteran 30) and has a great price.Cole Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members cobrahead1030 Posted March 14, 2008 Members Share Posted March 14, 2008 i'm tempted to try that tele black rails Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members adrianb23 Posted March 14, 2008 Members Share Posted March 14, 2008 I wonder how their Strat rails sound. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members JonathanD Posted March 14, 2008 Members Share Posted March 14, 2008 Originally Posted by cobrahead1030 i'm tempted to try that tele black rails me too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jaytee123 Posted March 14, 2008 Members Share Posted March 14, 2008 Originally Posted by adrianb23 I wonder how their Strat rails sound. Ill find out soon, I have two ready for the neck and middle position of my strat style project guitar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members adrianb23 Posted March 14, 2008 Members Share Posted March 14, 2008 Originally Posted by jaytee123 Ill find out soon, I have two ready for the neck and middle position of my strat style project guitar. A review would be great. I want to compare those to my Dimarzios. I love Dimarzios but i want to try something new for a change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members dreamspace Posted March 14, 2008 Members Share Posted March 14, 2008 Care to make any clips? with comparison of other guitars, if you have any Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members DracoAran Posted March 14, 2008 Members Share Posted March 14, 2008 Originally Posted by adrianb23 I wonder how their Strat rails sound. I had the zebra strat rails. Sounded great.Not anywhere as hot as a Hot Rails or Fast Track 2. So keep that in mind. It reminded me the most of a Duncan Lil' Screaming Demon. Just enough bass to be considered modern, the mids are balanced, not really scooped or enhanced. The high end is smooth. I didn't find it shrill, although that particular Fernandes was ballsy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jaytee123 Posted March 14, 2008 Members Share Posted March 14, 2008 Originally Posted by adrianb23 A review would be great. I want to compare those to my Dimarzios. I love Dimarzios but i want to try something new for a change. I'll keep you posted. It now just a matter of getting my lazy ass to put the guitar together... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members adrianb23 Posted March 14, 2008 Members Share Posted March 14, 2008 Originally Posted by DracoAran I had the zebra strat rails. Sounded great.Not anywhere as hot as a Hot Rails or Fast Track 2. So keep that in mind. Heeeey. How do they compare tonally to the Fast Track 2? I have the "calibrated set" set in my Strat (Fast Track 1 & 2, Chopper). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jaytee123 Posted March 14, 2008 Members Share Posted March 14, 2008 Originally Posted by DracoAran Not anywhere as hot as a Hot Rails or Fast Track 2. Glad to hear that, seeing I will be using them in the neck and middle position only. Using a breed bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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