Burstbucker 1 & 2's in a '05 Classic?

[TheBarnet]

As I'm about to buy a new house in the next couple of months, I've reluctantly gave up in my quest of purchasing the 50th Anniversary 1960 Les Paul (version 2) which I have been drooling over in the local shop since the new year. Therefore, I've decided to (hopefully) get a similar sound from my Classic by getting the same pick ups as the 1960, which I believe to be Burstbucker 1 & 2's.
What do you all think? Think it'll sound good? Know anyone who has done the same?
I've been happy enough playing in heavy rock/metal bands with those hot pups in my Classic since I got it, but I really desire that vintage, Bluesbreakers sound these days without having to rob a bank!
Cheers.

 

[drugprowlingwolf]

I just gigged a set of Burstbucker 1/2 in an LP into a Plexi.

It sounded good. A lot of people came up and started talking shop, asking me about the guitar/amp. I think they sound good for low-gain classic rock and blues.

I am coincidentally selling this very set; if the pickups I ordered ever show. I'm really starting to wonder...

 

[furtom]

I'm sure if you do it, you'll be happy. I was.

 

[TheBarnet]

I just gigged a set of Burstbucker 1/2 in an LP into a Plexi.

It sounded good. A lot of people came up and started talking shop, asking me about the guitar/amp. I think they sound good for low-gain classic rock and blues.

I am coincidentally selling this very set; if the pickups I ordered ever show. I'm really starting to wonder...

Let me know how much man

 

[TheBarnet]

I'm sure if you do it, you'll be happy. I was.

Cheers!

 

[JMB1984]

Have you tried the 50th anniv? Otherwise, look for a 2012 reissue to try out the BB1/BB2 combination.

 

[bdubbs]

My traditional came with BB1/BB2 combo. I really like them. They are great for everything. I also like low output pickups for heavy music because they retain character and my JVM doesn't need help in the gain department.

 

[musicmaniac]

I like them in my R7. Depending on the price though you might be better off getting another aftermarket brand.

 

[TheBarnet]

Have you tried the 50th anniv? Otherwise, look for a 2012 reissue to try out the BB1/BB2 combination.

I did try it...can't believe how good it is, that's why I'm now desperate for that sound!

 

[JMB1984]

Swap them pups in then! It seems like you will prefer them and the change is reversible otherwise.

 

[christophervolume]

i love my burstbuckers.

 

[lily_taeko74]

burstbuckers are sweet, i also really recommend the BB3 as well