After lusting for an ES almost my entire life, I finally figured I need to get one before it's too late (yeah I'm old). Don't want to break the bank, and even though the Custom 1964 VOS seems to be the one to get, don't think I can justify $5,300+ (especially to the wife!) so I'm currently looking at a new figured limited edition I see at GC for around $3,700. Appears to have everything I want. However, it has what appears to be new MHS II pickups. I can't find any recent comparisons of these new pickups. All I found is that they have alnico 5 magnets vs the 2 and 3 that are in the original MHS sets. I believe both are not potted which I like. Now it would appear to me that the 5s probably offer a little more modern oomph and brightness than the original MHS sets which are supposedly more vintage and warmer sounding. Just wondering if anyone has any experience with these new MHS IIs vs the original MHS, or what advise anyone can offer between these 2 pickups. I can't play it, no 335s (of any kind) are in stock near me, so I'll have to order it and just hope I like it or send it back or eventually swap pickups. Any input is greatly appreciated, Thanks from a forum newby!