BBQ high mid spike like JB?

[dr.barlo]

Re: BBQ high mid spike like JB?

They are different for sure. Them uppermids are different, at least they sound different because of the present highs in JB's tone. BBQ on the other hand is really quite dark, doesn't have that much highs. (I think the reason is that the wires are different - BBQ's bobin's are full with what looks like formwar ensulated wires. And I'd say its copper wire gauge is thicker than that of JB, that is thicker than #44. Another thing is that the 2 BBQs that I have owned were both very heavily wax-potted, so that the magnet and everything was almost like in a "wax-bar".)

If JB sounds too uppermid heavy, and thin (which I think is due to the guitar not particularly the pickup), why don't you try swapping its a5 to an a2? Might do it for you!

B

 

[motorhead]

Re: BBQ high mid spike like JB?

If JB sounds too uppermid heavy, and thin (which I think is due to the guitar not particularly the pickup), why don't you try swapping its a5 to an a2? Might do it for you!

B

I did the swap and I had my hopes up but this didn't work. I swapped the Alnico 5 for a Alnico 2 and it was a dud to my ears.

Results:

1)The harmonics were still there but no sparkle and the lead tone had no character.

2) Dirty: Just plain Jane.

3) about 25% lower output

4) A bit warmer but no real style.

I like the JB because it screams the lead tone out. The bass note could be rounder but I would not compromise the harmonics for it.

Less mids then a JB with the same lead quality sound is the Bear Knuckle NailBomb. The NB is a little more abrasive sounding though and costs twice the price.

 

[papersoul]

Re: BBQ high mid spike like JB?

Not sure why somany find the BBQ too dark. I find it rather articulate and yet thick - nice pickup for sure. I also think it has just the right amount of highs for most situations depending on how you tweak the p'up height.

 

[ranalli]

Re: BBQ high mid spike like JB?

Don't know about the BBQ but Dimarzio makes MANY pickups without that high mid spike but that are thick warm and meaty. If you want alot of mids but not harsh the Super3 is a great choice..I've put that in guitars where the JB was too bright with much success.

 

[KLINKDETROIT]

Re: BBQ high mid spike like JB?

Does the BBQ have 4 conductor or only 2?

 

[rspst14]

Re: BBQ high mid spike like JB?

Does the BBQ have 4 conductor or only 2?

It comes standard with two, but you can order a 4 conductor version at no extra charge.

Ryan