NEW Bridge Pickup Suggestions PLEASE....Thanks.

[angelspade]

Am "rebuilding" my rig and I just purchased four new guitars:

Gibson Midtown Custom
Fender Blacktop Strat
Fender Blacktop Tele
Gibson Explorer 120

I plan on a bridge pickup upgrade for all four, and would typically reach for a Duncan JB, Custom Custom, or Gibson 498T as these have been my "go to" bridge pickups over the years. Before I do, I was hoping to hear some suggestions from the board for these guitars. I have not really kept up on the all the new flavors and options out there as of late. I play rock, hard rock and some metal (aggressive...but not extreme down-tuned stuff). I like brighter pups, with some size in the bottom (not laser tight) and mids that have that "grinding" character. All thoughts and suggestions appreciated....THANKS!

 

[halebox]

Motor City Detroiter
WCR Godwood
Don Mare 0038 for tele

 

[AndyK]

Just put a Duncan 59/Custom Hybrid in the bridge of my Charvel - awesome touch sensitivity and tone! Like a '59, with more punch.

 

[Dimebag11]

Aldrich
Detroiter

 

[Kidkramer71]

My newest favorite dimarzio transition .
Really sweet pickup !!

 

[bonerhed]

Bare Knuckle Cold Sweat or Holy Diver
Dimarzio Transition

 

[sytharnia1560]

Aldrich

this ... great sounding pick up

 

[charvelstrat81]

I like brighter pups, with some size in the bottom (not laser tight) and mids that have that "grinding" character. All thoughts and suggestions appreciated....THANKS!

SUHR SSH+

 

[angelspade]

I think I may give the Aldrich a shot. Can anyone grant me some insight as to how it compares to the Duncan JB in regards to tone and response? ....Thanks for all the input guys.

 

[charvelstrat81]

I think I may give the Aldrich a shot. Can anyone grant me some insight as to how it compares to the Duncan JB in regards to tone and response? ....Thanks for all the input guys.

aldrich is tighter more focused and not as nasal as the JB
the SSH+ is a aldrich that has a little more bite, better clarity and slightly less output
suhr has said the aldrich is a SSH+ with about 5% more winds.
Both Suhr pu's are awesome and you cant lose with either.