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Description
In operation since 1935, the Gibson Pickup Shop is paying homage to its past by offering the Original Collection which includes this '57 Classic 2-conductor humbucker. Built to the same specs as the vintage Gibson P.A.F. pickup with Alnico II magnets, nickel-plated pole pieces, maple spacers and braided wiring, the '57 Classic produces a warm and rich tone with a balanced frequency response. The pickup is potted to remove internal air space, diminish microphonics and prevent stress on the pickup wires.
The '57 Classic is crafted in Nashville, Tennessee.



Features
- Vintage vibes with rich, warm tones and balanced coils
- Position: Any
- Magnet: Alnico 2
- Wiring: 2-Conductor
- Cover: None
- Double Black Bobbins
- Wax Potted
- Average DC Resistance: 8K
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Perfect pickups for jazz sound
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submitted3 months ago
byRicardo
fromWichita, KS
Submitted as part of a sweepstakes
This pickup in the bridge will give that sweet warm classic jazz sound. People at Guitar Center Wichita did a great job with the installation #sweepstakes
Awesome clean and jazzy sound.
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submitted3 months ago
byRicardo
fromWichita, KS
Submitted as part of a sweepstakes
I had this pickup installed in the neck of my Epiphone Joe Pass Emperor and sound amazing! People at Guitar Center Wichita were great, big thanks to Tom, the Gear Advisor.
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submitted12 days ago
asked byJustin
fromDenver, CO
Looking to get a 57 for the neck...is uncovered better for punk and metal or is the gold or nickel covered one better?
Uncovered (Zebra): Slightly brighter, more bite, and a touch more output due to less capacitance. This can help with articulation and edge, which suits punk and some metal styles, especially if you're going for raw and punchy. Covered (Nickel/Gold): Slightly warmer and smoother with a tad less high-end presence. This can round out the tone a bit, which might be preferable for more traditional or vintage-flavored tones. For punk and metal, the zebra (uncovered) version is generally better if you're after more cut and clarity in the mix. But if you prefer a smoother, warmer tone, a covered version could work too.submitted6 months ago
asked bySean
fromHouston ms
Is it a set of 2
No, this is just the one.submitted10 months ago
asked byArin
fromChicago,IL
With these fit on my fender Stratocaster?
No, they won't.submitteda year ago
asked byMarshall
fromNashville
Do these come with the Quick connect?
No, it requires solder.submitted2 years ago
asked byLou
fromPembroke Pines, FL
Will this pickup work for both neck & bridge?
Yes.