ladyscaglyc Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 I just "turned around" the neck HB PU on my EPI Joe Pass to get a little more "sparkle". It's basically in vain as the distance is not enough to change the sound. I intend to replace it soon w/ a HB size P-90. The sticker says: 57CH (G) DOT: NECK.BRIDGE LP: NECK BHK Is there anything special about this PU ? It doesn't sound bad but I really think the P-90 sound is where I want to be. Vin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Nahum Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 My experience with regular non-US Epis (as opposed to Elitists) is confined to trying them in shops but I get the impression from trying them out and reading reviews that they generally respond well to a pickup upgrade. So you can go P90 - but there are a couple of other options. If you are keen on a large bobbin single coil, have you thought about a Charlie Christian? Or you can stay with a bucker but go for one that sounds righter to you. There is any number of different models from any number of winders. What style of music are you playing? RN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladyscaglyc Posted February 28, 2009 Author Share Posted February 28, 2009 Style & play is older blues although I'm currently doing a lot of top end sparkle/accent with a 50,60,70s band. I'm absolutely in love with the crunch of my White Falcon's Dynasonics. I do not want to alter the look of the EPI Joe Pass, only to get the sound a little more SCoil yet vintage. The P-90 from GFS is HB sized & gold cover. My understanding is that the orig.electrics (w/500pots) will work but someday, the harness & pots will be upgraded. and when GAS coincides with the wallet, I'd love another older archtop that's just cryin' for a vintage size/style C.C. Someday...someday... Vin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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