The difference between Duncan and Dimarzio
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Re: The difference between Duncan and Dimarzio
Dude, Gilmour used Dimarzio FS-1's before making the SSL-5 with Duncan.
The thing is SD and Dimarzio both have different design philosophies, and both have achieved fantastic results. I never could tell where the idea came from that DiMarzios are all overwound monsters that only single-note players use. They have great vintage output offerings too
I really don't like classifying them because their product lines are both very diverse. I wonder if people could tell between the two brands in a blind test.
Dude, Gilmour used Dimarzio FS-1's before making the SSL-5 with Duncan.
The thing is SD and Dimarzio both have different design philosophies, and both have achieved fantastic results. I never could tell where the idea came from that DiMarzios are all overwound monsters that only single-note players use. They have great vintage output offerings too
I really don't like classifying them because their product lines are both very diverse. I wonder if people could tell between the two brands in a blind test.
80's_Metal
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Re: The difference between Duncan and Dimarzio
Duncan's Rule and Dimarzio's drool..... That's right, I just said that.... eat it.
Duncan's Rule and Dimarzio's drool..... That's right, I just said that.... eat it.
Inder_Cine_Mann
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It's unfortunate that you feel that way. I would love to hear your opinions with detail on exactly what you have played.
It's unfortunate that you feel that way. I would love to hear your opinions with detail on exactly what you have played.
Inder_Cine_Mann
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Re: The difference between Duncan and Dimarzio
Both PU makers ****ing rule.
Bottom ****ing line. There has been some stupid **** that some of you hooligans have said, whatever.
Both make fantastic pickups and suit different styles very well.
Just because it doesn't suit your style, does not make it bad.
Both PU makers ****ing rule.
Bottom ****ing line. There has been some stupid **** that some of you hooligans have said, whatever.
Both make fantastic pickups and suit different styles very well.
Just because it doesn't suit your style, does not make it bad.
Mr. B
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Saying "Duncans are this and Dimarzio's are that" makes as much sense as saying all ice cream is chocolate and all girls are redheads. Duncan and Dimarzio definitely have their own takes on things, but the different models WITHIN both individual lines are as different as night and day. If you think "Duncans are mid heavy and Dimarzios are scooped", you haven't played enough Duncans and Dimarzios.
Saying "Duncans are this and Dimarzio's are that" makes as much sense as saying all ice cream is chocolate and all girls are redheads. Duncan and Dimarzio definitely have their own takes on things, but the different models WITHIN both individual lines are as different as night and day. If you think "Duncans are mid heavy and Dimarzios are scooped", you haven't played enough Duncans and Dimarzios.
Re: The difference between Duncan and Dimarzio
IMHO the difference is mostly .... in support. Whenever i emailed Dimarzio, their answer (albeit a little cold) was ultra precise and helpfull. With EMG's the replies were longer to receive and not always so helpful. With Seymour Duncan my experience was even worse. IMHO Dimarzio is more professional and cold, Seymour Duncan relies mostly on its huge fan base and really helpful forum. Dimarzio does not even run or even endorse an official forum. That implies a difference in philosophy, that might be reflected back to their products themselves.
IMHO the difference is mostly .... in support. Whenever i emailed Dimarzio, their answer (albeit a little cold) was ultra precise and helpfull. With EMG's the replies were longer to receive and not always so helpful. With Seymour Duncan my experience was even worse. IMHO Dimarzio is more professional and cold, Seymour Duncan relies mostly on its huge fan base and really helpful forum. Dimarzio does not even run or even endorse an official forum. That implies a difference in philosophy, that might be reflected back to their products themselves.
El Supremo
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I've had that same experience. Always had a really quick and helpfull reply from Dimarzio.
I've had that same experience. Always had a really quick and helpfull reply from Dimarzio.
uOpt
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And dumped them. And even if you say he liked the bridge pickup that Seymour made for him so much, you'll notice he changed middle and neck to Duncans, too.
And dumped them. And even if you say he liked the bridge pickup that Seymour made for him so much, you'll notice he changed middle and neck to Duncans, too.
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GuitarStv
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Re: The difference between Duncan and Dimarzio
Sure, but he recorded Animals and The Wall with them. It's not like they sounded like crap . . .
Sure, but he recorded Animals and The Wall with them. It's not like they sounded like crap . . .
MkIII Renegade
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In the end, it comes down to splitting hairs. I have Duncans, Dimarzios and EMGs and love them all to death. I couldn't imagine having a bunch of the same in my arsenal. What a boring world that would be....
In the end, it comes down to splitting hairs. I have Duncans, Dimarzios and EMGs and love them all to death. I couldn't imagine having a bunch of the same in my arsenal. What a boring world that would be....
p4vl
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Re: The difference between Duncan and Dimarzio
Compare Jemsite or Dimarzio's forum to this forum (not the people, I mean what gear they use and what they listen to and play). Dimarzio tends to make pickups for people that play lighter-weight superstrats with locking trems and 7 & 8 string guitars, Duncan pickups tend to sound better in guitars made of more dense wood with fixed bridges (usually; there are exceptions).
Also check out the people that are endorsed by both companies. That will tell you a lot.
Compare Jemsite or Dimarzio's forum to this forum (not the people, I mean what gear they use and what they listen to and play). Dimarzio tends to make pickups for people that play lighter-weight superstrats with locking trems and 7 & 8 string guitars, Duncan pickups tend to sound better in guitars made of more dense wood with fixed bridges (usually; there are exceptions).
Also check out the people that are endorsed by both companies. That will tell you a lot.
Re: The difference between Duncan and Dimarzio
the difference is quite significant for me. my first aftermarket pickup was a dimarzio PAF pro. i thought it was the best pickup ever until i tried some duncans.
the difference to me boils down to two things:
-compression
-sensitivity
the duncans just have more of the natural guitar sound. more organic. the dimarzio seems to compress too much for my likes. it stifles the natural sound of the guitar. i've also come to appreciate the sensitivity of the duncans. they have more harmonics too. i can turn down the guitar volume on the guitar with duncans and still have a great wide range of sound going to my non master volume marshalls. with the dimarzio it's like it's completely full out or nothing. that's not cool.
dimarzios compression allows for more mistakes on the fretboard to pass as acceptable. with the duncans they are not as forgiving. with the duncans it seems they just pick up and transfer more tone more sharply, accurately.
i'd never buy another dimarzio. they are just colder and single dimensional.
the difference is quite significant for me. my first aftermarket pickup was a dimarzio PAF pro. i thought it was the best pickup ever until i tried some duncans.
the difference to me boils down to two things:
-compression
-sensitivity
the duncans just have more of the natural guitar sound. more organic. the dimarzio seems to compress too much for my likes. it stifles the natural sound of the guitar. i've also come to appreciate the sensitivity of the duncans. they have more harmonics too. i can turn down the guitar volume on the guitar with duncans and still have a great wide range of sound going to my non master volume marshalls. with the dimarzio it's like it's completely full out or nothing. that's not cool.
dimarzios compression allows for more mistakes on the fretboard to pass as acceptable. with the duncans they are not as forgiving. with the duncans it seems they just pick up and transfer more tone more sharply, accurately.
i'd never buy another dimarzio. they are just colder and single dimensional.
Bodeanicus
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Re: The difference between Duncan and Dimarzio
Duncan uses unicorn tears. DiMarzio uses mithril wire. They're both magically delicious. Trust your ears.
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Duncan uses unicorn tears. DiMarzio uses mithril wire. They're both magically delicious. Trust your ears.
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toneseeker74
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Although I have more experience with Duncans than DiMarzios, I agree with the above generalization. The one DiMarzio I tried that felt open and juicy was the Virtual PAF, which really is no surprise given that it's a PAF style pickup.
Although I have more experience with Duncans than DiMarzios, I agree with the above generalization. The one DiMarzio I tried that felt open and juicy was the Virtual PAF, which really is no surprise given that it's a PAF style pickup.
toneseeker74
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Seriously awesome quote! Both companies make great pickups at great prices with great service. We are lucky to have so many choices!
Seriously awesome quote! Both companies make great pickups at great prices with great service. We are lucky to have so many choices!
Darth Nihilus
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Re: The difference between Duncan and Dimarzio
I love the Super Distortion and the Humbucker From Hell
I love the Super Distortion and the Humbucker From Hell
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