Boleslaw Gers 666
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Does anyone know the output specs on this baby? I just want to make sure I can match it up in a Les Paul with a JB. Thanks.
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Gibson 496T
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Boleslaw Gers 666
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Yeah, I like it too. I just want to make sure it matches up with a JB in the bridge. Anyone used the 496R/JB combo?
Yeah, I like it too. I just want to make sure it matches up with a JB in the bridge. Anyone used the 496R/JB combo?
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theodie
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I have never played them together but, I have played the 496R. I will take a guess and say that it should be fine with the JB.
I just measured a 496R I have and it reads 8.6K. I will bet the JB is more powerful and the 496 will not over power the JB. Go for it!!
I have never played them together but, I have played the 496R. I will take a guess and say that it should be fine with the JB.
I just measured a 496R I have and it reads 8.6K. I will bet the JB is more powerful and the 496 will not over power the JB. Go for it!!
Tony_H
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EDIT: In my experience, the best bridge-position match for a 496R is the Duncan Custom. But a JB is a good choice as well I think.
+1. I would say that the 496R is one of the best neck pickups I've ever played. Clear and articulate, and yet raw and gutsy.dr.barlo said:
EDIT: In my experience, the best bridge-position match for a 496R is the Duncan Custom. But a JB is a good choice as well I think.
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Breogan
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If the 496R output it's too much you allways can change the magnet for an alnico V.
If the 496R output it's too much you allways can change the magnet for an alnico V.
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Breogan
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Wow! I didn't know that... :smack:
Thanks Dr.
dr.barlo said:
Wow! I didn't know that... :smack:
Thanks Dr.
Tony_H
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I haven't taken my 496R apart to see for myself.
Tony
Is it really the case? I have a copy of an old Gibson product reference manual (for salespeople) and it says that only the 500T comes with 3 magnets, whereas the 496R uses just one magnet and two spacers.dr.barlo said:
I haven't taken my 496R apart to see for myself.
Tony
Boleslaw Gers 666
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I was going to go with a Custom, actually. It is the best match and is has a ceramic magnet to match up with the 469R. It is heavier sounding and I think it is more for me. It also has higher ratings on Musicians Friend and Harmony Central.Tony_H said:
dr.barlo
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That might very well be the case. I have replaced the magnetic spacers of the 500T myself, but did not open up a 496R. Simply assumed they had similar construction. Now I feel that assumption of mine might be wrong. Dunno!
In this case Breogan's suggestion is right on!
Cool!
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Tony_H said:
That might very well be the case. I have replaced the magnetic spacers of the 500T myself, but did not open up a 496R. Simply assumed they had similar construction. Now I feel that assumption of mine might be wrong. Dunno!
In this case Breogan's suggestion is right on!
Cool!
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theodie
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Barlo, what did the 500T sound like (tonal difference) after you took out the two spacer magnets?dr.barlo said:
dr.barlo
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I did not use the ceramic magnet after taking out them two magnetic spacers. It became quite similar to a 498T, with a little less attack, but more body.
Among the high output buckers I liked the 500T. In fact, went back to its original construction after trying it out with an a5.
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I did not use the ceramic magnet after taking out them two magnetic spacers. It became quite similar to a 498T, with a little less attack, but more body.
Among the high output buckers I liked the 500T. In fact, went back to its original construction after trying it out with an a5.
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