Gibson's equivalent to the '59 Model?

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Burstbucker Pro?

'57 Classic (Plus)?

All three rate around 8k.

Also, is there any book or resource that has the release dates of pickups from both companies?
 
Re: Gibson's equivalent to the '59 Model?

It certainly isn't '57's, which have A2 magnets and a rounded high-end. Not even close. Ohm's are only part of the story.

The only thing Gibson has like a '59 is a BBP (both have A5's). You can also put an A5 in 490 and it's similar to a '59, but not as bassy.
 
Re: Gibson's equivalent to the '59 Model?

And a BB Pro is wayyyyyyy down my list of classic PAF stylings.
 
Re: Gibson's equivalent to the '59 Model?

+1 to what everyone has said, except that I'm not so down on the BBP as they are. It's not my favorite pup but it isn't so bad either. I prefer a a Demon, or a Custom, or a Pearly (yes, I know it's A2 but it isn't that much different sounding than an A5 PAF), to the BBP.
 
Re: Gibson's equivalent to the '59 Model?

Ok so to butt in, I hated my BB Pro in the neck position. If it is sonically similar to the '59, should I stay away from that model too?

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Re: Gibson's equivalent to the '59 Model?

There is no equivalent in the gibson lineup to the sound of a 59 model.

Is there a particular sound you are hoping to get in your axe with a pickup swap?
 
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