Custom vs DD vs Emg 85 (For Metal!!)

[SepultuRick]

Anyone used any of these? please give your thoughts on their strengths and weaknesses in metal playing. thanx

[JB_From_Hell]

Re: Custom vs DD vs Emg 85 (For Metal!!)

I didn't vote, as I've never used the Custom or EMG 85, but I can vouch for the Distortion... it's cool. I'm hoping the Custom lives up to it's SD Forum hype, too, as I'm about to get one

[SepultuRick]

Re: Custom vs DD vs Emg 85 (For Metal!!)

cool, i am stuck between buying a distortion or a custom

[Rainmaker]

Re: Custom vs DD vs Emg 85 (For Metal!!)

Haven't played a Custom or an 85... but I have played the Distortion - so disregard my vote as anything but prejudice


I've heard it mentioned on this board before that a Distortion was like a Custom on steroids.

Bee

[Travis]

Re: Custom vs DD vs Emg 85 (For Metal!!)

I've played the Distortion, Custom and an EMG 89. If you've read any of my posts, you know that the Distortion is my absolute favorite.

[Davey]

Re: Custom vs DD vs Emg 85 (For Metal!!)

umm... JB


LOL..
only one i have and can wouch for it's awesome tone =P

[Duke of Metal]

Re: Custom vs DD vs Emg 85 (For Metal!!)

I think the Custom (i have one) sounds good for Metal. It has a tight clear crunchy sound, but to be honest, sometimes I wish it had a touch more chunk/chug and possibly a touch more thickness to it.

I am looking to try the distortion my self to see how it compares to the Custom.. and if the Distortion is actully a Custom on steroids, I'd say go for that first and if you like it, stick with it.


Good luck,
Duke

[Travis]

Re: Custom vs DD vs Emg 85 (For Metal!!)

I wish it had a touch more chunk/chug and possibly a touch more thickness to it.

The Distortion is definitely your ticket, then.

[SABOTAGE]

Re: Custom vs DD vs Emg 85 (For Metal!!)

EMG 81 all the way!
FWIW, the JB does metal very well also

[Schecter006Elite]

Re: Custom vs DD vs Emg 85 (For Metal!!)

I just installed a DD and I must say, it is sweet as hell. Works better than an 85 IMO. The 85 does do Pinch harmonics a bit better, but you can hear its lack of fullness.

[guitarshredder]

Re: Custom vs DD vs Emg 85 (For Metal!!)

The Distortion is definitely your ticket, then.

Travis, what is your sermon this week?

[castiron]

Re: Custom vs DD vs Emg 85 (For Metal!!)

which one is better tone-wise. like all the gain, harmonics and palm muting aside... what one just sounds better? (clean)

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Re: Custom vs DD vs Emg 85 (For Metal!!)

DD

it kicks ass in my les paul

[man-in-moon]

Re: Custom vs DD vs Emg 85 (For Metal!!)

DD very cool in my sg. but the dimebag pickup rocks in my jackson.

[pac112]

Re: Custom vs DD vs Emg 85 (For Metal!!)

JB and invader belong in the poll too....

my votes for JB