As the subject suggests, I'm looking to swap out the stock APTR-1 and APTL-1 from my Tele. I find that the neck pickup is too dark, and the bridge pickup could use a little mids. Any suggestions? I'm playing mostly P&W, blues, and classic rock. I think vintage output single coils are more along the lines of what I'm looking for. All help appreciated!
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I'd suggest a Jerry Donahue in the bridge, and an Antiquity 55 in the neck. The Jerry has mids, and more power, but still sounds like a Telecaster pickup. The Antiquity 55 is a cleaner/less-dark rhythm pickup. You can also swap the neck pickup (and pickguard) for something like a good Strat pickup (like a Five Two, or Vintage Staggered) for a cleaner/clearer sound.Administrator of the SDUGF
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I have a Broadcaster and Antiquity 55 in my ash tele. Plays almost every kind of music I've needed in cover bands; country, rock, blues, pop, funk, etc.
My other tele has a Fender Twisted Tele set, which is like mix between a Strat and a bright vintage Les Paul sound. Good for more modern music. Less twangy but some twang is still there.
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Originally posted by Mincer View PostWelcome to the forum!
I'd suggest a Jerry Donahue in the bridge, and an Antiquity 55 in the neck. The Jerry has mids, and more power, but still sounds like a Telecaster pickup. The Antiquity 55 is a cleaner/less-dark rhythm pickup. You can also swap the neck pickup (and pickguard) for something like a good Strat pickup (like a Five Two, or Vintage Staggered) for a cleaner/clearer sound.
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Originally posted by beaubrummels View PostI have a Broadcaster and Antiquity 55 in my ash tele. Plays almost every kind of music I've needed in cover bands; country, rock, blues, pop, funk, etc.
My other tele has a Fender Twisted Tele set, which is like mix between a Strat and a bright vintage Les Paul sound. Good for more modern music. Less twangy but some twang is still there.
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Let us know how this project turns out!Administrator of the SDUGF
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Originally posted by beaubrummels View PostI have a Broadcaster and Antiquity 55 in my ash tele. Plays almost every kind of music I've needed in cover bands; country, rock, blues, pop, funk, etc.
My other tele has a Fender Twisted Tele set, which is like mix between a Strat and a bright vintage Les Paul sound. Good for more modern music. Less twangy but some twang is still there.Originally posted by crusty philtrumAnyone who *sings* at me through their teeth deserves to have a bus drive through their face
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Originally posted by Mincer View PostLet us know how this project turns out!
I appreciate the help finding my pickups!
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Wow, very cool! Now we just need to see a pic of this project!Administrator of the SDUGF
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Originally posted by ctbaggett View PostSince I have this thread going already I'll also ask about wiring. What do you think of this?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01H935FBE...v_ov_lig_dp_it
JD pup is really good. Might also consider a tapped Quarter Pound for lots of versatility (my personal fav for a Tele bridge).Originally Posted by IanBallard
Rule of thumb... the more pot you have, the better your tone.
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