JB vs. Distortion?

[chcjunior]

I'm considering pulling the JB out of my Schecter (if for no other reason than trying to hold off GAS). I'm considering the Distortion as I like the higher output pups, and want something a little punchier and meaner. Anyone have experience with the Distortion? Note that I tried the Custom and didn't like it one bit compared to the JB.

[primo]

Re: JB vs. Distortion?

The DD is a great sounding pup!! Similar to the JB, but fuller with more bottom-end. Its a little more harsh, but with more growl...not as warm as the JB. Has some really nice C H U G, C H U G to it.Cleans up pretty good too! I put this in my LP in place of a JB.

Cheers Primo.

[Xeromus]

Re: JB vs. Distortion?

It's my favorite bridge pickup. I was a big JB fan til I started using this, I like it so much better.

[Stevo]

Re: JB vs. Distortion?

The DD sounds more compressed and grainy. The magnet is strong and the pole adjustments are pretty significant for tweaking the tone. I really like it for hard rock.

[Dirtyking]

Re: JB vs. Distortion?

Which of the 2 would say has better pitch harmonics. ala Zakk Wylde!!!

[chcjunior]

Re: JB vs. Distortion?

Thanks for the feedback. I'm going to pick one up this weekend and drop it in the Schecter.

[primo]

Re: JB vs. Distortion?

Which of the 2 would say has better pitch harmonics. ala Zakk Wylde!!!

Having both, which are both great, I would definately give the edge to the DD.

Cheers Primo.

[Nightburst]

Re: JB vs. Distortion?

And would putting in an Alnico 5 magnet warm it up a bit and smoothen out some of the grainyness?
Sorry to bardge in but I have been thinking of replacing my JB with a DD too lately. The extra bottom end is very welcome but I wonder, exactly how close are the JB and DD together in tone? Harmonics? Crunch?

[primo]

Re: JB vs. Distortion?

I'm sure an A5 would smooth it out, but I think you would have essentially a JB. Theres people here that have tried it, maybe do a search and see what you can dig up.

Cheers Primo.

[Nightburst]

Re: JB vs. Distortion?

I'm sure an A5 would smooth it out, but I think you would have essentially a JB. Theres people here that have tried it, maybe do a search and see what you can dig up.

Cheers Primo.

Yeah I did a search, but to no avail.
I've read before that a DD with an A5 magnet is very close to a JB but I have a hard time thinking that putting a ceramic magnet into it would turn up the bass that much. A DD does have a lot more bass than the JB right?
I changed out the A5 in my '59 and the extra growl and tightness is perfect but it didn't get much bassier (on the contriary actually). I know, I should just try it, but I'd like some more opinions first before I go at it.

[primo]

Re: JB vs. Distortion?

I changed the JB to a DD in my LP because I wanted more bottom-end. A DD definately has more bass. I think you might lose some bottom-end by changing from a ceramic to a A5 or A2. Maybe compare the Custom series specs?

Cheers Primo.

[korinastratkyle]

Re: JB vs. Distortion?

The Distortion is awesome in a C-1; I tried the Jerry Horton model which came stock with it.

[chcjunior]

Re: JB vs. Distortion?

In the interest of science I'll cut some clips with both pups and all other factors equal.

[Nightburst]

Re: JB vs. Distortion?

In the interest of science I'll cut some clips with both pups and all other factors equal.

That would be awesome! Already looking forward to it.

[shreder75]

Re: JB vs. Distortion?

I'm considering pulling the JB out of my Schecter (if for no other reason than trying to hold off GAS). I'm considering the Distortion as I like the higher output pups, and want something a little punchier and meaner. Anyone have experience with the Distortion? Note that I tried the Custom and didn't like it one bit compared to the JB.

I pulled the DD outta my ESP to put a JB in...never looked back either...I love the jb...not overly fond of the DD..was kinda harsh and compressed sounding