Dimarzio 36th anniversary PAF(Bridge) vs. Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates
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Re: Dimarzio 36th anniversary PAF(Bridge) vs. Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates
I owned the VHpaf which is supposed to be the same as the 36th and still own 2 PGb's.
from what i remember of the VHpaf it was a touch hotter than a PGb and has more scoop in the mids. i would rather hear from a owner of a actual 36th bridge pup and let them compare the PG to it. i can only tell you the differences between the VHpaf and PG.
both are aggressive and hotter than a 59b and have more mids as well.
the PG to me sounds more "van halenized" than the VHpaf did.:naughty:
I always wondered just how much a tone difference there was between a PGb and a 78? cant be too much they are very similar in build.
I owned the VHpaf which is supposed to be the same as the 36th and still own 2 PGb's.
from what i remember of the VHpaf it was a touch hotter than a PGb and has more scoop in the mids. i would rather hear from a owner of a actual 36th bridge pup and let them compare the PG to it. i can only tell you the differences between the VHpaf and PG.
both are aggressive and hotter than a 59b and have more mids as well.
the PG to me sounds more "van halenized" than the VHpaf did.:naughty:
I always wondered just how much a tone difference there was between a PGb and a 78? cant be too much they are very similar in build.
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Re: Dimarzio 36th anniversary PAF(Bridge) vs. Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates
hey pittbull, you might really like a bach to rock hybrid pup?
I made one after he told me what i could expect from it and the guy was not lying! it is a great in between pup, it has elements of the 59b and the custom.
you choose the magnet,i went with a A2 which makes it a CC/59 hybrid and it covers all era's of VH with ease.
and besides the VH thing it is just a friggin great pup for someone that wants the best of both worlds (pardon the pun!) of a higher output custom and the PAF 59. i can assure you this model is not hype.:cool2:
hey pittbull, you might really like a bach to rock hybrid pup?
I made one after he told me what i could expect from it and the guy was not lying! it is a great in between pup, it has elements of the 59b and the custom.
you choose the magnet,i went with a A2 which makes it a CC/59 hybrid and it covers all era's of VH with ease.
and besides the VH thing it is just a friggin great pup for someone that wants the best of both worlds (pardon the pun!) of a higher output custom and the PAF 59. i can assure you this model is not hype.:cool2:
UberMetalDood
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Re: Dimarzio 36th anniversary PAF(Bridge) vs. Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates
The PAF36th is different from the Virtual Hot PAF. The 36th are incredibly good pickups. They have that trademark expanded Dimarzio midrange with the vowel quality they describe. It has a nice low end that holds together really well, fairly tight, and extended highs that are smooth. They're arguably the best pickups Dimarzio makes right now. I have them in a Jackson Soloist and before had them in a Les Paul and a strat. I think it doesn't matter what kind of wood they're in because they will sound good in any guitar.
The PAF36th is different from the Virtual Hot PAF. The 36th are incredibly good pickups. They have that trademark expanded Dimarzio midrange with the vowel quality they describe. It has a nice low end that holds together really well, fairly tight, and extended highs that are smooth. They're arguably the best pickups Dimarzio makes right now. I have them in a Jackson Soloist and before had them in a Les Paul and a strat. I think it doesn't matter what kind of wood they're in because they will sound good in any guitar.
Re: Dimarzio 36th anniversary PAF(Bridge) vs. Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates
cool but like pittbull asked how does it compare to the PG?
cool but like pittbull asked how does it compare to the PG?
UberMetalDood
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Re: Dimarzio 36th anniversary PAF(Bridge) vs. Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates
Ah yes, well I have a strat with a PG that I love. The PG is pretty bright and I might characterize the PAF 36th as being kind of bright as well. The 36th is thicker than the PG because it has more across the midrange spectrum. The 36th is more 3d than the PG, it's tighter, and the highs are slightly harsher than the PG. The PG is very bright but has smooth highs. The 36th is not as bright but the highs aren't as smooth. The 36th isn't harsh by any means, but for the sake of comparison, that's the only way I can think of comparing the two right now. They both have about the same output. I think the 36th is more versatile and overall a more dimensional pickup, but the PG has a lot of attitude and makes it a lot of fun to play.
Ah yes, well I have a strat with a PG that I love. The PG is pretty bright and I might characterize the PAF 36th as being kind of bright as well. The 36th is thicker than the PG because it has more across the midrange spectrum. The 36th is more 3d than the PG, it's tighter, and the highs are slightly harsher than the PG. The PG is very bright but has smooth highs. The 36th is not as bright but the highs aren't as smooth. The 36th isn't harsh by any means, but for the sake of comparison, that's the only way I can think of comparing the two right now. They both have about the same output. I think the 36th is more versatile and overall a more dimensional pickup, but the PG has a lot of attitude and makes it a lot of fun to play.
Re: Dimarzio 36th anniversary PAF(Bridge) vs. Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates
excellent summary of the two thanks! I have a 78 and a EVH frankenstein on the way to compare to the PG. I cant believe i finally found a 78 for under $100.it is about time! LOL!
excellent summary of the two thanks! I have a 78 and a EVH frankenstein on the way to compare to the PG. I cant believe i finally found a 78 for under $100.it is about time! LOL!
UberMetalDood
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Re: Dimarzio 36th anniversary PAF(Bridge) vs. Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates
Oh man great pickups. I have played them both and they are awesome. I particularly like the Frankenstein.
Oh man great pickups. I have played them both and they are awesome. I particularly like the Frankenstein.
Re: Dimarzio 36th anniversary PAF(Bridge) vs. Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates
UBER is this frankenstein like the CC? so many owners of it say they can tell them apart?
UBER is this frankenstein like the CC? so many owners of it say they can tell them apart?
Gplayerzzz
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Re: Dimarzio 36th anniversary PAF(Bridge) vs. Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates
I've also heard the CC and Frank sounded the same. I would like to know the diff myself.
I've also heard the CC and Frank sounded the same. I would like to know the diff myself.
Re: Dimarzio 36th anniversary PAF(Bridge) vs. Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates
I will let you know in a few days, i will have mine by then
I will let you know in a few days, i will have mine by then
Gplayerzzz
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Re: Dimarzio 36th anniversary PAF(Bridge) vs. Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates
I look forward to it.
I look forward to it.
TattooedCarrot
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Re: Dimarzio 36th anniversary PAF(Bridge) vs. Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates
I agree with this. I call the 36th broad, thick, and tight, but a bit toppy in the highs. The PG is narrower overall, but with slightly less bitey highs and a little looser (but not bigger) lows.
I agree with this. I call the 36th broad, thick, and tight, but a bit toppy in the highs. The PG is narrower overall, but with slightly less bitey highs and a little looser (but not bigger) lows.
Re: Dimarzio 36th anniversary PAF(Bridge) vs. Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates
I may have to check one of those out:cool2:
I may have to check one of those out:cool2:
Aceman
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Re: Dimarzio 36th anniversary PAF(Bridge) vs. Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates
My #1 PAF style pup = Pearly GAtes
#2 = DiMarzio PAF (36th, original late 90's whenever)
#3 = Gibson BB2
#4 = Duncan 59
#5 = Maybe a Gibson 57 classic
But all of those are really variations on a theme. I wouldn't be running out to swap any of them in a hurry with a few small context specific exceptions.
My #1 PAF style pup = Pearly GAtes
#2 = DiMarzio PAF (36th, original late 90's whenever)
#3 = Gibson BB2
#4 = Duncan 59
#5 = Maybe a Gibson 57 classic
But all of those are really variations on a theme. I wouldn't be running out to swap any of them in a hurry with a few small context specific exceptions.
Gplayerzzz
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Re: Dimarzio 36th anniversary PAF(Bridge) vs. Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates
Ever get that Frankie Ed?
Ever get that Frankie Ed?
