Gibson

Description

Since inventing the original Patent Applied For humbucking pickup in 1955, Gibson has continued to refine the voice of the humbucker through new materials, winding techniques and evolving designs. The Gibson Elev8 Plus humbucker bridge pickup marks the next chapter in that legacy as the first Gibson humbucker to feature a powerful Alnico 8 magnet. Combined with custom-gauge wire, this innovative design delivers exceptional output, tight low-end response and remarkable clarity, while its overwound design produces the added punch, sustain and harmonic richness demanded by today's high-gain players.

Overwound Alnico 8 Design for Maximum Output

Designed to complement the standard Elev8 neck pickup, the Elev8 Plus features an overwound 15k design that pushes the Alnico 8 magnet and custom-gauge wire platform even further for increased output and a thicker, more authoritative voice. Wax potting helps minimize unwanted microphonic feedback at higher gain levels, while 4-conductor wiring supports a variety of switching options, including coil splitting, for expanded tonal flexibility. With its powerful voicing, tight bass response and exceptional note definition, the Gibson Elev8 Plus delivers the aggressive attack, sustain and clarity modern players need for crushing rhythm tones and soaring lead work.

Gibson Elev8 Plus Humbucker Bridge Pickup - Nickel
Gibson Elev8 Plus Humbucker Bridge Pickup - Nickel

Features

  • Overwound humbucker delivers aggressive output, tight low-end punch and exceptional clarity for high-gain performance
  • Alnico 8 magnet and custom-gauge wire provide powerful attack, focused mids and dynamic response
  • 15k DC resistance produces commanding output that's perfectly voiced to pair with the standard Elev8 neck pickup
  • Wax-potted construction helps minimize unwanted microphonic feedback under high-gain conditions
  • 4-conductor wiring supports coil splitting and other advanced switching configurations
  • Designed for bridge-position installation with traditional Gibson spacing for a precise fit in compatible instruments

Specs

General
  • Product type: Humbucker pickup
  • Model: EPUE8+DB4
Electronics
  • Position: Bridge
  • Active or passive: Passive
  • Magnet material: Alnico 8
  • DC resistance: 15 kohm
Construction
  • Wiring: Four-conductor
  • Wax potted: Yes
  • Bobbin colors: Double Black or Zebra
  • Covered option available: Yes
  • Cover color: Nickel
Compatibility
  • Number of strings: 6

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