need 7 string neck pu -what is best?

[kurtster]

I am planning to use an Invader pickup in the bridge (preferably). What if any pu is made by SD for the neck position for a 7 string guitar?

 

[Loserchief]

Re: need 7 string neck pu -what is best?

What guitar is it going in? Without knowing that i can't really help you.
i'd strongly advise you against the invader for a seven. It's way too muddy for most rigs and guitars. the exception would be a maple bodied guitar or you have a really bright and tight amp.

 

[kurtster]

Re: need 7 string neck pu -what is best?

thanks man. It's a Carvin DC727; Alder body w/ Maple neck & maple fretboard.
peace,
kurtster

 

[Loserchief]

Re: need 7 string neck pu -what is best?

The Inavader 7 might work but imo it's still too muddy for the low b. if i were you i'd go with a Custom-7. It's got balls tightness and clarity.
For the neck there aren't as many options as for the bridge, but i think the Jazz-7 should be your best bet if you want to SD exclusively.
If not have a look at the Dimarzio Air Norton which makes one of the most popular and imo best 7-string neck pups

 

[kurtster]

Re: need 7 string neck pu -what is best?

thanks, i overlooked the Jazz 7, i was surfing M.Friend, and they did not show one of those on their website.

 

[kurtster]

Re: need 7 string neck pu -what is best?

hey, i'll check into the custom 7 as well for the bridge, I definitely want the "growl" and the high output, as well as great harmonics....

 

[Loserchief]

Re: need 7 string neck pu -what is best?

The Custom has growl, high output and harmonics, but it's way clearer than the invader, which imo makes it a better pup for a seven

 

[El Dorado]

Re: need 7 string neck pu -what is best?

I have an Ibanez 7621. I don't really feel like a pup change right now, but if I did a Custom/Air Norton combo would probly fit the bill.

 

[kurtster]

Re: need 7 string neck pu -what is best?

I appreciate the helpful input and feedback. I've got a few things to consider now. I am partial to the SD's, having had very good experiences with them in previous guitars.