Last decision! Bridge PUP to pair with APH-1N?

[TheBozz]

OK, I'm almost done with the moneysaving, so I'm gonna order my new set soon... but I'm feeling a bit unsure about my selection, so I'd like some more advice.

I want to use an Alnico II Pro on the neck (that's deffinitive), and thought about a JB for the bridge. Some doubts have come to my mind, tho... Listening to GN'R for a while, I regained my love for the APH bridge sound. But I'm afraid that it couldn't do it for heavier stuff (Metallica & friends).

So... what's the best choice to pair with an APH-1N and get an ax capable of covering lots of ground (from Pop to Thrash)? The JB? Another APH-1? Some other pickup? Please help me choose!

 

[Jeff5]

Re: Last decision! Bridge PUP to pair with APH-1N?

I don't think you can go wrong with a JB. Very versitile, seems to be what your looking for. Custom is another option as well, but I'd recommend the JB.

 

[bloodswords]

Re: Last decision! Bridge PUP to pair with APH-1N?

i paired mine with a Custom Custom bridge- it's capable of metal definitely, & then some... one of the surprises was that immaculate cleans, a very convincing jazz comping tone with the tone-knob turned down.

 

[Lewguitar]

Re: Last decision! Bridge PUP to pair with APH-1N?

I'd go with a bridge APH-1 and a Boss DS-1 overdrive pedal. Or a Custom Custom. Personally, I'd go for another alnico 2 pickup for the bridge pickup. Lew

 

[BachToRock]

Re: Last decision! Bridge PUP to pair with APH-1N?

Custom Custom... it will cover the most ground... or possibly a Custom 5

 

[Benjy_26]

Re: Last decision! Bridge PUP to pair with APH-1N?

I firmly beleive that the APHn and CC should be sold as a set. They work great together, both outputwise and in their EQ.

 

[Archer_of_Fish]

Re: Last decision! Bridge PUP to pair with APH-1N?

OK, I'm almost done with the moneysaving, so I'm gonna order my new set soon... but I'm feeling a bit unsure about my selection, so I'd like some more advice.

I want to use an Alnico II Pro on the neck (that's deffinitive), and thought about a JB for the bridge. Some doubts have come to my mind, tho... Listening to GN'R for a while, I regained my love for the APH bridge sound. But I'm afraid that it couldn't do it for heavier stuff (Metallica & friends).

So... what's the best choice to pair with an APH-1N and get an ax capable of covering lots of ground (from Pop to Thrash)? The JB? Another APH-1? Some other pickup? Please help me choose!

I like the C5 and CC with the Alnico II Pro. My Brian Moore came with a JB.Alnico II Pro combo that sounded pretty nice.....I think the CUstoms were a nicer fit.

I then discovered Fralin but that is another matter....

 

[Gearjoneser]

Re: Last decision! Bridge PUP to pair with APH-1N?

Another vote for CC or C-5. CC has warmth, power, and good tone.
C-5 has tight low end, neutral mids, and vintage highs.
Great clarity in clean, midgain, and highgain.

I think I'd try the CC first.

 

[Jeff_H]

Re: Last decision! Bridge PUP to pair with APH-1N?

The APH bridge can certainly do metal, with the right amp. If you want a little more punch I'd also suggest the CC. I've had it in a guitar for quite a while now paired with an APH neck and it is wonderful.

I've never gotten along with the JB, but plenty of folks like it.

 

[theodie]

Re: Last decision! Bridge PUP to pair with APH-1N?

The CC. The CC and the APH are like peas and carrots!!

 

[sweet_lou]

Re: Last decision! Bridge PUP to pair with APH-1N?

Yep CC all the way.

 

[TheBozz]

Re: Last decision! Bridge PUP to pair with APH-1N?

By now, things are going this way:

APH-1B: 2 votes
JB: 1 vote
Custom Custom: 9 votes!
Custom 5: 2 votes

So... we've got a winner?