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The Pickup Place / Re: Neck Humbucker trick for removing mud/boom

« on: February 26, 2018, 06:01:09 PM »

You may also wanna try the extra small allen/hex screws.  The ones that are practically the same size of the wrench socket. 

Theres also a demud mod you can do w/ a resistor or cap... I never tried it because never had the need but seem it would work just fine

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The Pickup Place / Re: Trying to Decide Which Pickups To Pick for my Flying V.

« on: February 26, 2018, 04:11:43 PM »

Wow beautiful axe!  I like the Zebra/nickel combo too. 

I just wanted to echo the previous suggestions of the Super 2 or PAF Pro. 

But honestly my most fave "bright" neck pickup (from Dimarzio at least) that I've tried is the EJ Custom w/ polished A5 magnet (ceramic had too much bass and highs)... unfortunately, it would be too quiet for the SD.  But just an FYI if you ever wanted to try on a diff guitar, preferably Alder (which I tried with).

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The Pickup Place / Re: Mahogany body: EVO 2 vs Evolution

« on: February 26, 2018, 03:03:24 PM »

There is how the Evo and the Evo2 look on paper, but a wood like mahogany can be a different story. Mighty help to know more about what you have going on?

You mentioned the JB and DD. Have you used both those in this guitar?  If so, are your descriptions of them based on how they sounded in this mahogany?

What type of amp and cabs and speakers are you using?

Is this strictly a matter to be heard in a dense mix?  How much have all the guitarists in the band worked together on what range of the space their guitar will occupy?  Also, check out the Rig Rundown on the Alice Cooper band from a few years ago, as that very thing is touched on...as well as getting an idea of what rigs they use to compliment each other.

Hey thanks for the response! 

I am but a mesely bedroom guitarist.  I do all the recording on my own in my room including bass, keys, etc.  There's usually only 2 guitars, rhythm and lead, if not only 1 guitar at a time, but the keys / atmospheric stuff, can make the mix rather dense.

With that said, I cannot get a decent recording tone from my budget-friendly amp and SM57... plus probably has a lot to do with the room itself (not treated, etc).  So I use  LePou and S.Gear digital amps.  I also have Recabinet but don't use it at all anymore.  Was thinking of snatching BIAS too.

The music is progressive metal / metal-rock / idk... just whatever is fun at the moment lol.

Yes, strictly a matter of being heard in a dense mix.  I have 4 guitars to pick from.  1st in C-standard, my main rhythm guitar.  2nd in E-standard, my Strat which I usually use for cleans and overdriven leads.  3rd guitar I don't use for recording much since it's a PAF classic rock machine / a bit honky sounding (I'm a big Stones fan - even though its not a Tele that I'm talking about...).  And the 4th guitar, the guitar in question, that seems a bit unnecessary.  But due to personal significance value, I don't want to sell it.

I noticed my Strat doesn't have the aggressiveness for high gain leads that I want.. and my C-standard guitar sounds OK for lead but honestly, the main reason, I hate playing lead on its massive 13 gauge strings.  I prefer leads of any kind w/ 10 gauge strings in E-standard. 

So I figured I can gear my 4th guitar to something specific: high-gain lead.  But at the same time, I want it to excel in overdriven tones too, if possible.  I do more emotive play than speed since I'm not as technically talented.  Gilmore, Claudio Sanchez, and Andy Timmons are some of my fave when it comes to lead play.

Anyway, I will definitely check that Rig Rundown of Alice Cooper band!  I love Alice Cooper. Plus their new guitarist, Nita Strauss I think, is pretty cool too!

Thanks!

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The Pickup Place / Mahogany body: EVO 2 vs Evolution

« on: February 23, 2018, 07:35:56 PM »

Hey guys.  Do you think the EVO 2 is too warm / does not have enough treble for a mahogany body / wenge & ebony neck (kinda similar to mahogany + maple & rosewood)? 

I like the cut to be pretty high in the EQ spectrum considering all the layers that I record.  A JB's cut is too low - its more upper-mids with smooth highs.  Sounds great for 1-2 guitar situations but not enough cut for 2-3 guitars + keys + strings/etc.

A good example of high end cut would be the Duncan Distortion but I do not like its general scratchy tone.  Plus, I prefer Dimarzio's vocal half-cocked wah tone for leads.

So I was thinking either EVO 2 or Evolution.  What are your guys thoughts?  Any experiences?  Is the EVO 2 bright enough in the highs or is it rather chopped / rolled off / smooth?

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The Pickup Place / Re: Dominion in E-standard?

« on: July 23, 2016, 08:48:17 PM »

. Anyway, I know it sounds awesome in C-standard in Mahogany but how about E-standard in a Strat?

Too bright for E-standard in a Strat?

Ive ended up liking the Dominion more than I expected, based on how I initially interpreted the pickup. Review here: http://darthphineas.com/2016/05/dimarzio-dominion-humbucker-set/

I have only used mine in E standard and in super Strats and have no issues with it being "too bright".  I have found it to be really versatile and a pickup that should not be pigeonholed.

Awesome! Just what I wanted to hear - actual experience.  Glad that it works out.  Thanks!

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The Pickup Place / Dominion in E-standard?

« on: July 22, 2016, 04:52:29 PM »

Love the Dominion pickup.  It has nice cut, bite, yet its slightly fat & muscular (without being tubular fluid flutey mess; I like my tone relatively dry).  Not mushy or nasally like the JB either. 

I regret selling the one that I had but such is the life of a guitarist. Anyway, I know it sounds awesome in C-standard in Mahogany but how about E-standard in a Strat?

Too bright for E-standard in a Strat?

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The Pickup Place / Re: Neck HB for leads + harmonics: D Activator vs PAF Joe vs Full Shred, or?

« on: July 08, 2015, 11:50:30 PM »

Thanks for the responses guys!

So no on the PP or Joe. 

HFH was a consideration but output is too low especially w/ Dominion in bridge.

I love the Breed! But I think it'd be too smooth IMO.  I remember it absorbs my picking dynamics too much in the neck position.  Bridge is amazing though!

I can tame shrill. Flab or murkyness is my fear!  I fear the D-Activators may sound murky but I'll see soon enough...

I got caught up in life and forgot to check up on this thread. Already have a D-Activator on the way.  I just read about the Super 2 and heard some clips...  Kinda wish I ordered that first.  Oh well, I'll try the Super 2 after if needed.

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The Pickup Place / Re: Neck HB for leads + harmonics: D Activator vs PAF Joe vs Full Shred, or?

« on: July 06, 2015, 04:57:46 PM »

Thanks guy!

I've tried the FRED in the neck of a different guitar and it's very cool but too bassy even in E Standard.

I'll look into the PAF Pro.  Some reason, Dimarzio's pickup picker mentioned PAF Joe instead of the Pro for harmonics.  What's your experience w/ the PAF Pro?

Any other suggestions? Or am I on the right track w/ the D Activator or Full Shred?  Other brands is cool too

It's hard to find demos or clips of neck pickups :/  Experiences & descriptions appreciated!

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The Pickup Place / Neck HB for leads + harmonics: D Activator vs PAF Joe vs Full Shred, or?

« on: July 05, 2015, 09:16:55 PM »

Hello, long time reader and seldom poster.

I have an Ibanez RG in C standard. What do you guys recommend for a neck pickup for leads? It'll be for metal music though a massive variety.

I like a fluid tone but it doesn't necessarily have to be warm, round, or smooth.  In fact, I prefer aggression and cut.  Dynamic to picking technique is a plus. At least decent at harmonics but "great at harmonics" is preferred. Tight bass is a must, + subdued bass even better, since I play in C Standard.

I have a Dominion in the bridge which is great for rhythm and decent for leads, but I'd like something more fluid, maybe a little less bright (hence neck position), and if possible, great at harmonics. I have not tried the neck version. 

Any suggestions?