BlackWhiskeyBlaze Posted April 6, 2008 Share Posted April 6, 2008 Hi, new here, as I am proud to say that after all of these years, I have searched and searched for the perfect guitar, and have finally found myself in the grip of a Les Paul... Thing is, I'm a bit torn between what to look for in a Les Paul Pickup. Was wondering if you guys might let me in on a little of your knowledge. I'm searching for that nice vintage tone, with yet a nice ability for scream, and though appearance is yet another aspect, I'd kind of like to go with the vitage or traditional gold covering. I'm seeing several brands out there, and wondering what I should know to look for, and what to stay away from. Several brands that I'm seeing are: Artec Alnico, or Belcat Alnico, Wilkinson, Eden, Hagstrom, and several others. Anyone have any input on this subject? Thanks, Whiskey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvar Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 Depends on what you want the guitar to do/sound like- more info needed. Whats wrong with the stock pickups? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackWhiskeyBlaze Posted April 10, 2008 Author Share Posted April 10, 2008 That's the thing... she was gutted when I got her. I'd like to find something with a warm vintage tone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cudamax2343 Posted April 12, 2008 Share Posted April 12, 2008 For that warm vintage tone, go with the dimarzio dp151 or a burstbucker III. I think the burstbucker III is the best vintage sound out-there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ibis Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 For vinatge sounds I'd suggest the BB 1 & 2 or a set of Bareknuckle Mules. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FennRx Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 From big companies: Seymour Duncan 59s, Seth Lovers , Antiquities Gibson 57s Classics, BB 1/2 or BB Pros ( I like the Pros!) Boutique: WB Vintage Tuned PAFs (or Hot VTPAFs) WCR Crossroads, Fillmores or Darkbursts Florance Voodoos I have also heard very good things about Wolftone Dr Vintage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sancho Posted April 14, 2008 Share Posted April 14, 2008 BB Pros, Duncan 59s or Alnico Pro IIs. I'm not crazy about Dimarzios for a Les Paul, personally. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackWhiskeyBlaze Posted April 14, 2008 Author Share Posted April 14, 2008 Hey, Thanks for all of the help... Yeah, I'd like to find something that would be very versitile, as far as my options would allow... I'd like to find something with that deep, Black Sabbath sound for all of the low stuff, and still have a nice Santana like tone for all of my single note tunes. I guess it's not all that easy to find everything that you're looking for. I've ran across that Bareknuckle site, and was curious as to how they sounded? I'll have to check out some of the others you all have recommended, as well. I'll let you guys know what I come up with. Then maybe you could let me know if I'm making a mistake or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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