Advice Needed - Which pickup for middle possition Ibanez S5470

[fifula]

Hi Guys,

I need your help with choosing replacement for my Dimarzio Cruiser sitting in the middle position of my Ibanez S5470.
Since I put in Dimarzio Transitions (both bridge and neck), it feels like Cruiser is lost in the mix a bit. Transitions are great set, loving them so I guess its time to do something about the middle position.
Don't get me wrong, Cruiser is a great one but somehow with transitions something is missing here...lost of volume between 1st and 2nd position, same between 4th and 5th....lost its charm.
So what I am trying to achieve and here where your wisdom will be crucial

- need a middle one mixing well with both of the humbackers
- I usually play instrumental rock / hard rock stuff (Satch, Marco Sfogli Toto etc)
- using Atomic Amplifire (mainly Friendman BE or HBE on it)
- Do not care if you recommend Seymour Duncans or Dimarzios..both brands are great... just want to get middle position alive with transitions but not over the top
- its this one http://ibanez.wikia.com/wiki/S5470

Thanks so much and feel free to ask more questions if needed.

Mike

 

[gregory]

Re: Advice Needed - Which pickup for middle possition Ibanez S5470

I would think a Fast Track 1 from DiMarzio if you still want something still somewhat Stratty. Satch Track or Chopper for more power. Contact DiMarzio technical support either by phone or email. They're very responsive.

From Duncan I'd recommend the Screamin' Demon Bridge.

 

[fifula]

Re: Advice Needed - Which pickup for middle possition Ibanez S5470

Thanks Gregory.
Think now I am shortlisting Fast Track 1 and Demon Bridge...but kind of leaning towards Demon
Any other suggestions guys?