multi-option questions

[Iced Dragon]

or something like that.

Ok, currently I have a CC/PGn in my ESP Horizon (alder/maple neck-thru, string-thru body) which I wanted to use for clean/jazz stuff.

Now, I'd like to use this guitar for heavy stuff and shred-practice.

I have a spare Custom and an invader I'd like to try in this one (obviously for bridge position), now I'd like to know which pups go well with these (especially for sweeppicking)?
I have the Custom/jazz combo in my Jackson RR1, and I do like the Jazz but I'd like something more articulate. I played a Dean with a Dimarzio Super Distortion in it (both bridge and neck position) and I have to admit I was impressed!
Is there a duncan that is quite like the SD?
I have a spare SH6, would it be bad putting it in the neck? Could this be a solution? I have to say I didn't like it in bridge-position, too trebly but could it be warmer in neckposition?
Other options (maybe just try the SD?)? But not too bright please (full shred is too bright I think)

Thanks,
Bjorn

 

[Zhangliqun]

Re: multi-option questions

I don't think neck pickups get much more articulate than the Jazz. A Super Distortion certainly won't be. Maybe you mean something other than sweetness and clarity when you say "articulate"?

If you want clarity and smoothness from your neck pickup, DO NOT put a pickup in the neck position that is designed for the bridge position, especially not a high output bridge pu. It will be muddy and far too loud.

Maybe try an Alnico 2 Pro or a Seth Lover.

 

[Iced Dragon]

Re: multi-option questions

some more ideas? Anybody?

 

[Benjy_26]

Re: multi-option questions

I think the combo you have now can handle the styles you described. If anything, I would just put the Custom at the bridge and call it a day.

 

[Zhangliqun]

Re: multi-option questions

What kind of sound do you want out of your neck pickup?