But with more output... I actually kinda dig the 498T but could use something hotter... Just curious if SD makes something similar?
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Re: What SD pickup is similar to the Gibson 498T?
498T's, and acouple other Gibsons HB's, have an unusual 'grainy' sound, that I've never heard in any other brand of PU. I put an A8 magnet in one of my 498T's, which gives it more output and more mids. Hits a lot harder."Completely Conceded Glowing Expert."
"And Blueman, I am pretty sure you've pissed off a lot of people."
"Wait, I know! Blueman and Lew can arm wrestle, and the winner gets to decide if 250K pots sound good or not."
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Re: What SD pickup is similar to the Gibson 498T?
Originally posted by blueman335 View Post498T's, and acouple other Gibsons HB's, have an unusual 'grainy' sound, that I've never heard in any other brand of PU. I put an A8 magnet in one of my 498T's, which gives it more output and more mids. Hits a lot harder.
that would certainly be a cheaper alternative..."It is far better to grasp the universe as it really is than to persist in delusion, however satisfying and reassuring." - Carl Sagan
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Re: What SD pickup is similar to the Gibson 498T?
I would say at least try the Alnico 8. I put an A2 in my 498t and I love the way it's reacted (mellowing it out a bit). If you're going in the other direction, give it a try. I think a pickup with a winding as hot as the 498 will react marvelously to magnet with a hotter character.
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Re: What SD pickup is similar to the Gibson 498T?
Hell, I just like the 498T. It might be a little weaker than the JB but it's also tighter in the low end and doesn't turn to mush, sometimes. Even that gritty quality Blueman talked about is part of it's charm.
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Re: What SD pickup is similar to the Gibson 498T?
Originally posted by formula73 View PostEven that gritty quality Blueman talked about is part of it's charm."Completely Conceded Glowing Expert."
"And Blueman, I am pretty sure you've pissed off a lot of people."
"Wait, I know! Blueman and Lew can arm wrestle, and the winner gets to decide if 250K pots sound good or not."
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