PBJ Posted September 13, 2017 Share Posted September 13, 2017 I am looking for personal options describing the difference between 57's and 490's. I like to play rythm for 70's and 80's country rock, Eagles etc. I want a mellow tone with good bass. Any advice will be greatly appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gearhead Posted December 8, 2017 Share Posted December 8, 2017 The '57 Classic is supposed to be the same specs as the original PAF. Uses Alnico II magnets.7.5k ohm. (Neck) The '57 Classic Plus has some extra windings, so it's a LITTLE higher output. Alnico II and 8.3k ohm. (Bridge) Both of the '57's have 2 conductor wiring, so no extra options like in/out of phase or series parallel. The 490T is an Alnico II, says more upper mid-range, major difference to the '57 is wax potting and 4 conductor wiring. I would think tone-wise that they are very close sounding. They all should be warm sounding pickups. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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