1 Topic by Logo33 (edited by Logo33 2011-01-18 00:42:51)

  • From: Ohio
  • Registered: 2007-09-10
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Topic: Flying V Pickups

Hey everybody,

I have a Korina Flying V with Seymour Duncan '59's in both positions. I'm looking for something that still has a vintage voicing, but has a little bit more output.... The 59's just don't seem to do it for me. I wanna look into some boutique builders but there are so many out there! I have done a bit of research, but I just cant decide on my own. I (obviously, and why I bought the guitar) really dig Joe's screaming tones in Just Got Paid. I like Bare Knuckle Pickup's stuff quite a bit, but I am open to any and all suggestions. I'll be using the guitar on heavier songs... Let the fun begin!

Thanks,
Logan

Block inlay Gibson ES-335, 50th anniversary American Strat, '61 RI White SG, '62 RI Relic Strat, Replica Korina Flying V, Gold Tone Paul Beard Resonator,  '58 Les Paul RI, American Highway 1 Fender Strat, Breedlove Acoustic, Stonetree Joe Bonamassa Custom, HIWATT Lead 100R, Reeves Custom 30.
  • From: Edwardsville, IL
  • Registered: 2010-05-17
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Re: Flying V Pickups

I have a Duncan Custom in the bridge of my LP and it's described as a PAF on steroids. I dig the tone I get from it. Just a little more punch than a 59.

my guitar playing. http://www.youtube.com/user/09ncowan?feature=mhee
  • From: Ohio
  • Registered: 2007-09-10
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Re: Flying V Pickups

cool, I'll look into it! Are the more articulate than a stock '59? Although, it may just be my sloppy playing.

Block inlay Gibson ES-335, 50th anniversary American Strat, '61 RI White SG, '62 RI Relic Strat, Replica Korina Flying V, Gold Tone Paul Beard Resonator,  '58 Les Paul RI, American Highway 1 Fender Strat, Breedlove Acoustic, Stonetree Joe Bonamassa Custom, HIWATT Lead 100R, Reeves Custom 30.
  • From: Edwardsville, IL
  • Registered: 2010-05-17
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Re: Flying V Pickups

Logo33 wrote:

cool, I'll look into it! Are the more articulate than a stock '59? Although, it may just be my sloppy playing.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwRDCNf8u_4 Here's a short clip of me playing, I think they're pretty articulate. I think a lot of that comes from your hands though.

my guitar playing. http://www.youtube.com/user/09ncowan?feature=mhee
  • From: Ohio
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Re: Flying V Pickups

awesome! Nice gear, and nice playing!

Block inlay Gibson ES-335, 50th anniversary American Strat, '61 RI White SG, '62 RI Relic Strat, Replica Korina Flying V, Gold Tone Paul Beard Resonator,  '58 Les Paul RI, American Highway 1 Fender Strat, Breedlove Acoustic, Stonetree Joe Bonamassa Custom, HIWATT Lead 100R, Reeves Custom 30.
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Re: Flying V Pickups

I am a firm believer in the magical sound of sheptones!

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Guitars:62 LP SG , 02 FB VII, JB FB I, 76 Electra Omega, 64 Firebird V, 73 LPC, 61 Custom Tele, 59 and 60 Melody Maker
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Re: Flying V Pickups

I am also a fan of Sheptones! At least from what I've heard on their website

Block inlay Gibson ES-335, 50th anniversary American Strat, '61 RI White SG, '62 RI Relic Strat, Replica Korina Flying V, Gold Tone Paul Beard Resonator,  '58 Les Paul RI, American Highway 1 Fender Strat, Breedlove Acoustic, Stonetree Joe Bonamassa Custom, HIWATT Lead 100R, Reeves Custom 30.
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Re: Flying V Pickups

I have owned Shep's pickups.  Loved them.  why don't i have them now?  well I sold the guitar that had them.

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Guitars:62 LP SG , 02 FB VII, JB FB I, 76 Electra Omega, 64 Firebird V, 73 LPC, 61 Custom Tele, 59 and 60 Melody Maker
Effects: Mythos Chupacabra, Strymon Deco/Flint
  • Registered: 2010-05-06
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Re: Flying V Pickups

Sheptones are the best.  I have tributes in my new Gibson LP with 50's wiring and real pio sprague caps.  Huge difference. Very articulate.  Sheptone makes a great higher output PAF called AB Custom which both neck and bridge are higher output and the BK customs have a higher output bridge and a tribute neck.  You may be in store fo the AB customs.  They should run you around $259 for a set with covers and $229 without.  Shep makes a really nice thin cover that won't effect your tone. 
Also just for fun- I had Shep flip one magnet backwards so that when the switch is in the middle position it produces a funky out of phase sound.  The treble and rhythm positions will function normal sounding.  I think this mod is called the Peter Green mod.  It s a great way to get a natural out of phase sound without using a pedal.
Sorry if this sound like a commercial or a am a sales rep or something... I am not!  I just really dig the tone and unbeatable customer service.