Matching Neck and Mid to a JB TB4

[jmalash]

I have a Zion Classic Maple with an ebony fret board, basswood body, and quilted maple top. After some experimentation, I think I've settled on the JB in my bridge. I thought it sounded bottom heavy and round at first, so I tried a lighter gauge string set, 10-46 from 10-52, and had a friend install a Creation Audio Redeemer. Big difference! Now, my question is: What to put in the neck and middle?

I saw a youtube demo I liked of a Lil' 59 in the neck, a Duckbucker in the middle, and a JB Jr in the bridge.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dcMo0JW7wI8

Another option I got from the forum is to put a Custom Stack Plus in the neck and a Vintage Stack Plus in the middle... or 2 Classic Stack Plus pups. Right now, I'm leaning toward the Lil' 59 and Duckbucker.

I anxiously await your input...

Jeff

 

[ErikH]

Re: Matching Neck and Mid to a JB TB4

The Classic Stack Plus is a great pickup if you want that classic single-coil sound without the noise. There is a noticeable output difference between it and the JB but if you don't mind that (I don't), it's a good setup. I run a pair in the neck and middle with a Screamin' Demon in the bridge. Another option is the Custom Stack Plus. Similar to the SH-5 single-coil, but noiseless. Would match up better in the output category with the JB.

 

[idsnowdog]

Re: Matching Neck and Mid to a JB TB4

JB jr in the neck and a duckbucker in the middle or a Little Screamin Demon in the neck.