More than APH1, less than custom

[chadd]

Looking for suggestions on a humbucker for one of my Les Pauls. The Burstbucker 3 that I'm using is sounding a bit brittle/harsh on the top end and I'd like to replace it. I have a custom in my Explorer that sounds good but the ideal pickup would have a similar tone with just a little less output. The APH1 seems to be short on output, so I'm not sure that the slash would be enough. I'm not a fan of the C5 or 59, so I'm not inclined to go that route.

I was wondering if the Perpetual Burn might be an option, or if I need to look at other manufacturers.

 

[Rex_Rocker]

Re: More than APH1, less than custom

The Slash has around the same output as the '59B, perhaps just a hair more. I have both. I guess you want more output than that, then?

 

[chadd]

Re: More than APH1, less than custom

I think so, I don't think the Slash is all that far off from what I use now.

 

[JimmyO]

Re: More than APH1, less than custom

I had the same experience with the Burstbucker 3 in the bridge of my Epiphone Boneyard Joe Perry Les Paul. I put in a nickel covered Pearly Gates set and am much happier. Not more output than the Burstbucker 3 but more balanced and less of a harsh tone and more of a classic Paf tone with some sizzle.

 

[elelpe]

Re: More than APH1, less than custom

'59/Custom with A2, Tonerider Rocksong, Air Zone...

 

[Demanic]

Re: More than APH1, less than custom

UOA5 Custom.

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[Mincer]

Re: More than APH1, less than custom

'59/Custom with A2

Interesting. I haven't tried this, but I am curious. I would have said a regular 59/Custom Hybrid, which adds the good stuff from both pickups and none of the stuff I don't like.

 

[chadd]

Re: More than APH1, less than custom

I actually like the BB3 for a lot of things, just not this project. I'm leaning towards an air zone at this point.

 

[darthphineas]

Re: More than APH1, less than custom

I think so, I don't think the Slash is all that far off from what I use now.

Slash is a little hotter. Also a little beefier/thicker. Not quite the same as an APH1 that's a bit louder. Then again, output for some people can be that knob on the amp marked "volume".

The Burn is drier and has a flatter EQ than the APH1 and the Custom, if that's a factor.

Air Zone might be an option. Or if you can wait about 5-6 weeks, the new DiMarzio vintage PAF should be out. What do you think about the Norton?

 

[chadd]

Re: More than APH1, less than custom

Slash is a little hotter. Also a little beefier/thicker. Not quite the same as an APH1 that's a bit louder. Then again, output for some people can be that knob on the amp marked "volume".

The Burn is drier and has a flatter EQ than the APH1 and the Custom, if that's a factor.

Air Zone might be an option. Or if you can wait about 5-6 weeks, the new DiMarzio vintage PAF should be out. What do you think about the Norton?

Amp volume won't fix a problem with EQ and how hard the guitar is driving the front end. Addressing the signal into the amp is my goal and I have no desire to add a handful of pedals into the signal path to fix the sound. I just need to get in the ballpark, I'm sure a few different options will do that. I appreciate the info on the Burn.

 

[Dahla]

Re: More than APH1, less than custom

Slash is a little hotter. Also a little beefier/thicker.

You mean compared to the 59b?


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[Clint 55]

Re: More than APH1, less than custom

The Perpetual Burn sounds pretty good and it's in the output range that you want.

 

[darthphineas]

Re: More than APH1, less than custom

You mean compared to the 59b?


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Compared to the regular APH1

Sorry about the confusion

 

[LtKojak]

Re: More than APH1, less than custom

The Burstbucker 3 that I'm using is sounding a bit brittle/harsh on the top end and I'd like to replace it.

You simply change the magnet to an A6 and you'll get what you're asking for.

HTH,