Most dynamic articulate humbucker
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eclecticsynergy
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Generally lower output humbuckers offer the best dynamic sensitivity.
Treble character and midrange voicing have a lot to do with how articulate a pickup is in actual use.
For most players, PAF types are an ideal combination of those aspects.
There's a broad range of humbuckers in the PAF category. though.
Lower output examples tend to be more dynamic here as well.
In a more modern style humbucker, the Jazz set is a good recommendation too.
When using low output pickups some players find that using a boost pedal helps in getting the best out of their amp.
It would be helpful to know what guitar these are going into, and what amp they'll be paired with.
Also the type of tone you're seeking, and the primary style of music you play.
The best choice for you will be highly dependent on these factors.
Treble character and midrange voicing have a lot to do with how articulate a pickup is in actual use.
For most players, PAF types are an ideal combination of those aspects.
There's a broad range of humbuckers in the PAF category. though.
Lower output examples tend to be more dynamic here as well.
In a more modern style humbucker, the Jazz set is a good recommendation too.
When using low output pickups some players find that using a boost pedal helps in getting the best out of their amp.
It would be helpful to know what guitar these are going into, and what amp they'll be paired with.
Also the type of tone you're seeking, and the primary style of music you play.
The best choice for you will be highly dependent on these factors.
CarlosG80s
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I need it to my Kramer 84. I like evh tone
For the EvH tone, going for a super-articulated pickup like the Jazz or Fullshred is not the way to go. You'd want a pickup that's a bit more 'fluid' in its feel. I'd say, go for a Pearly Gates, Saturday Night, or Alnico 2 Pro, the Slash version would be even better in my opinion.
Still pickups with a A LOT of definition, pick attack, harmonics, and dynamics, but not as sharp, scalpel-like, as a the really precise pickups like the Jazz or Fullshred, as I mentioned.
Still pickups with a A LOT of definition, pick attack, harmonics, and dynamics, but not as sharp, scalpel-like, as a the really precise pickups like the Jazz or Fullshred, as I mentioned.
Well, I might stay away from the very dynamic unpotted pickups, as they might feed back with volume and gain. I'd get a 78 and call it a day.
Chistopher
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Dynamic is more about not hitting the front of your amp or distortion pedal(s) too hard. Any low output pickup will do. The other constraints however narrow it down quite a bit, but I'll leave that to others seeing as I'm not too much of a pickup nerd anymore.
Yea, i nead most dynamic PAF but wax potted
You can order Antiquities wax potted from any SD dealer.
freefrog
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The question has been covered above when it comes to Duncan products.
Regarding other brands... you might be pleased for instance if you can find some Skatterbranes (2d hand since Rod Kinkade doesn't wind no more AFAIK).
Now, keep in mind that "collective ear" is accustomed to softer humbuckers. The hard fast attack of Skatterbranes makes them recognizeable but is not appreciated by everybody.
Regarding other brands... you might be pleased for instance if you can find some Skatterbranes (2d hand since Rod Kinkade doesn't wind no more AFAIK).
Now, keep in mind that "collective ear" is accustomed to softer humbuckers. The hard fast attack of Skatterbranes makes them recognizeable but is not appreciated by everybody.
CarlosG80s
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I heard dimarzio 59 and sound great too.
78 is expensive, but I will consider it.
What do you think about aph-1 or pearly Gates?
0:24 https://youtu.be/gdO7lyzUTxo
I like how Eddie plays with dynamic. When hit light has muddy quieter tone, when hit stron has bright loud tone on Distortion! I belive its A2.
I has custom obervound PAF 12k with A5, when I switched to A2, it give me better dynamic and this result, light touch muddy, strong touch bright, but its sound too dark for me.
78 is expensive, but I will consider it.
What do you think about aph-1 or pearly Gates?
0:24 https://youtu.be/gdO7lyzUTxo
I like how Eddie plays with dynamic. When hit light has muddy quieter tone, when hit stron has bright loud tone on Distortion! I belive its A2.
I has custom obervound PAF 12k with A5, when I switched to A2, it give me better dynamic and this result, light touch muddy, strong touch bright, but its sound too dark for me.
Dimarzio 59? Doesn't exist. Dimarzio PAF, yes, Seymour Duncan '59. Yes.
Having that overwound PAF, with an alnico2, yes that does sound like a pickup made to sound fatty/muddy.
nienturi
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https://www.dimarzio.com/pickups/vintage-paf-output/paf-59-neck
Nor directly called as "'59" but still 59
Rex_Rocker
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Would you guys consider A2 more dynamic?
I would say A5 is bolder and faster-responding (just speaking in tone lingo and personal opinion, nothing technical).
I would think an A5 PAF is usually more "dynamic" than the equivalent A2 variation. But I've never ever really tried the same PAF-type with both magnets other than the Slash, which I didn't like anyway.
But in any case, I would consider one of those Humbucker-sized Filterton-types would be more articulate and dynamic, no?
I would say A5 is bolder and faster-responding (just speaking in tone lingo and personal opinion, nothing technical).
I would think an A5 PAF is usually more "dynamic" than the equivalent A2 variation. But I've never ever really tried the same PAF-type with both magnets other than the Slash, which I didn't like anyway.
But in any case, I would consider one of those Humbucker-sized Filterton-types would be more articulate and dynamic, no?
I would say it has more to do with the wind than the magnet.
Ascension
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The Pearly Gates to me has way to much sizzle on the top end.
One of the best I have tried for what you are talking about is the Kiesel Greg Howe . The only way to get one is ether used or call them as it is not listed on the website but they are fantastic.
Also the A 4 Saturday Night Specials are very good for what you are talking here.
