Pickups for my LP classic...

les_lover · 06-01-2009, 10:54 PM

Hi,
I'm looking to replace the 496 and 500 Gibson pu's out of my Classic Plus. I dig the fat bell like tones harmonics I squeeze out of the neck but the 500t bridge is just ok. Great if all I want to do is full force hard rock. Not to mention I'd like pickup set with nickel covers to match the rest of my hardware.

I play classic rock so I don't want any overly harsh or scooped metal sounds. Don't suggest SD 59's cuz i done tried them and they did have enough power. I particularly would like suggestions from the SEymour Duncan line cause I don't have 400.00 to spend on pickups.

thanks for any suggestions

alligatorbling · 06-01-2009, 11:00 PM

if you want to go with a boutique pup id say check out what manlius has to offer... he will wind you a set for a fair price, if you dont like them you can send them back and tell him what you want done differently, you cant beat that for the price!

Manlius Guitar Pickups - Premium Handwound Electric Guitar Pickups

EEF13 · 06-01-2009, 11:06 PM

try the Alternative 8/Pearly Gates

alligatorbling · 06-01-2009, 11:09 PM

i forgot to ask, how much are you looking to spend?

les_lover · 06-01-2009, 11:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alligatorbling

i forgot to ask, how much are you looking to spend?

I know this isnt much but around $200+/- for both

alligatorbling · 06-01-2009, 11:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by les_lover

I know this isnt much but around $200+/- for both

oh man... you have a LOT of options lol....

les_lover · 06-01-2009, 11:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EEF13

try the Alternative 8/Pearly Gates

I've considered the Pearly Gates, but do you mean Alt. 8 in the bridge and p. gates in the neck?

Thunder Dump · 06-01-2009, 11:18 PM

'57/'57+

Awesome combo. I love them in my Classic Antique.

les_lover · 06-01-2009, 11:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alligatorbling

if you want to go with a boutique pup id say check out what manlius has to offer... he will wind you a set for a fair price, if you dont like them you can send them back and tell him what you want done differently, you cant beat that for the price!

Manlius Guitar Pickups - Premium Handwound Electric Guitar Pickups

wow, his prices are very good... have you ever tried any of his pickups or can vouch for quality?

alligatorbling · 06-01-2009, 11:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by les_lover

wow, his prices are very good... have you ever tried any of his pickups or can vouch for quality?

i have a set of his fat dianes in my classic, they are top notch imho

EEF13 · 06-01-2009, 11:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by les_lover

I've considered the Pearly Gates, but do you mean Alt. 8 in the bridge and p. gates in the neck?

yes

les_lover · 06-01-2009, 11:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alligatorbling

i have a set of his fat dianes in my classic, they are top notch imho

what kind of music do you play mainly? and how much shipping on top of the $150?

PINKBITS · 06-01-2009, 11:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alligatorbling

if you want to go with a boutique pup id say check out what manlius has to offer... he will wind you a set for a fair price, if you dont like them you can send them back and tell him what you want done differently, you cant beat that for the price!

Manlius Guitar Pickups - Premium Handwound Electric Guitar Pickups

Great, another friggin boutique winder.

Bloody cheap pickups that's for sure.

I'd personally love to try a set of Wolfetone Marshallheads and a set of his Caretakers.

They look great and Wolfe seems to be very highly regarded that's for sure.

PINKBITS · 06-01-2009, 11:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alligatorbling

i have a set of his fat dianes in my classic, they are top notch imho

The Hot Rod 59's and the Modern Vintage look very interesting especially at those prices.

alligatorbling · 06-02-2009, 12:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by les_lover

what kind of music do you play mainly? and how much shipping on top of the $150?

mostly blues, rock, some hardrock/metal.... you might want something a bit hotter if your in to metal.... its been a while since i bought them and cant remember exactly what shipping was... not much i dont think though....

oilpit · 06-02-2009, 12:25 AM

WB Habaneros or Firewaters...

alligatorbling · 06-02-2009, 04:38 AM

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Originally Posted by oilpit

WB Habaneros or Firewaters...

will makes killer pickups no doubt... but if you buy a set dont expect to get them quick.... not trying to be a jack ass (that comes naturally) his orders/past orders are taking up a lot of his time...

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