Warpig user ?s

[Steinmetzify]

How many of you guys are running Warpigs into 5150s and 6505s?

Too much output for one of the most brutal amps on the planet or are they good?

 

[DoomBuggi]

I don't run mine through a Peavey, but I use the WP A5 through a Fortin Modded amp, and it sounds pretty fucking killer.

 

[ericsabbath]

the a-pig isn't much hotter than holy diver
just bassier and grainier, as expected
I recently installed an alnico pig in my friends gibson flying v (old faded with ebony scale and moon inlays)
just as output reference, I also installed a 70's dimarzio k10, which was the original version of the super 2 in the neck position
it's a 9k ceramic pickup and it overpowered the pig even when set very far from strings

didn't have the chance to play it in his 6505, but the pig sounded pretty good with my modded jmp
still requires some boosting for the aggressive stuff, in my opinion, just like the diver
also sounds great with a fuzz, as expected

are you the goldtop/black binding short les paul guy?

 

[satannica]

I didn't like mine! I sold it on. The Nailbombs were a much nicer pickup especially in my Gibson V.

I used peavey 6505, Marshall jvm410h and a Mesa triaxis.

I found that they were too hot to really get anything nice out of them, too bassy and didn't allow my amps to just drive naturally. IMO. The Nailbombs really excelled in all counts.

I still tend towards EMG though. I think I've just spent so long using them, they're like second nature now.

 

[moltenmetalburn]

I've used two similars, motor cities nuke and smits db signature. Both are great for those who like huge bottom and don't play much cleans.

 

[Steinmetzify]

I don't run mine through a Peavey, but I use the WP A5 through a Fortin Modded amp, and it sounds pretty fucking killer.

1 vote for yes! Thanks dude...you have some great clips, so I'll heed your advice.

I didn't like mine! I sold it on. The Nailbombs were a much nicer pickup especially in my Gibson V.

I used peavey 6505, Marshall jvm410h and a Mesa triaxis.

I found that they were too hot to really get anything nice out of them, too bassy and didn't allow my amps to just drive naturally. IMO. The Nailbombs really excelled in all counts.

I still tend towards EMG though. I think I've just spent so long using them, they're like second nature now.

1 vote for no! This is a bummer, here.....the 6505 IS a bassy amp, and I really don't want anything to add to it on the low end....I'm running it with an Orange 2x12 for home use, and it's pretty woofy with certain pups unless I really play with the presence and resonance controls. Thanks for the input man!

the a-pig isn't much hotter than holy diver
just bassier and grainier, as expected
I recently installed an alnico pig in my friends gibson flying v (old faded with ebony scale and moon inlays)
just as output reference, I also installed a 70's dimarzio k10, which was the original version of the super 2 in the neck position
it's a 9k ceramic pickup and it overpowered the pig even when set very far from strings

didn't have the chance to play it in his 6505, but the pig sounded pretty good with my modded jmp
still requires some boosting for the aggressive stuff, in my opinion, just like the diver
also sounds great with a fuzz, as expected

are you the goldtop/black binding short les paul guy?

Not loving the fact that you said 'it's bassier'....don't need anymore bass on this rig, man. I sent an email to Tim and Ben, and this is what they recommended for my rig, but I'm now starting to wonder now. Usually they're pretty spot on, but maybe I wasn't clear enough on what I'd like. They DID recommend the C-Pig though, as I asked for super tight metal rhythms , and outlined what I was playing thru.

Yeah, I'm the Short LP guy, with the GT/black binding.....this is for a new build from Short. Had a sick idea and I couldn't think of anyone better to run with it.....the quality/luthier interest is there, and he's interested in my idea. Pretty sure the RT Nation is gonna be pretty divided on this one....some guys will dig it, and the rest of you will fucking HATE it.

I've used two similars, motor cities nuke and smits db signature. Both are great for those who like huge bottom and don't play much cleans.

See, this is the thing.....not looking for a huge bottom end.....the amp itself has more than enough to my ears with pretty much everything I put into it...they recommended the ceramic version, and hopefully that's enough to clean up the bottom end and keep it tight. Don't really like to use pedals, even a gate. Thanks for the input dude.

 

[killertone]

I use a Warpig A5 in a Les Paul Custom and have no issue with too much bass or tightness. I agree that a Ceramic version would be best for a 5150 though. Makes total sense. Was going to suggest it but someone already did.

 

[ridner]

Nailbomb?

 

[Steinmetzify]

I use a Warpig A5 in a Les Paul Custom and have no issue with too much bass or tightness. I agree that a Ceramic version would be best for a 5150 though. Makes total sense. Was going to suggest it but someone already did.

Appreciated, Jason. Glad to hear that the C-Pig would be better, and that Tim/Ben are still on the money.

Nailbomb?

No sir....YOU are the Nailbomb user in this family.

 

[killertone]

Also, with as much gain as the 5150/6505 has, and your comment about not needing more bass content, you might look into the Emerald.

 

[ridner]

No sir....YOU are the Nailbomb user in this family.

we ALL float down here, Scott!

 

[moltenmetalburn]

My nukes and db signature were all alnico, I bet they are tighter with ceramics.

 

[mniel8195]

im putting a ceramic warpig and a alnico neck in my swamp ash super strat im having built. should be awesome.

 

[Steinmetzify]

im putting a ceramic warpig and a alnico neck in my swamp ash super strat im having built. should be awesome.

DUDE....this is exactly what I need to know about....it's going in a swamp ash body that's WAY thin, and Ben at BKP recommended the C-Pig. Let me know what you think, please?

Thanks!

 

[Jofipe]

I like warpigs... allot. However in a LP I think Nailbombs are balanced better. I have two LPCs with a-warpigs. One Cutsom V with a Ceramic Warpig and a Gibson LP R0 VOS with a a-Nailbomb.

The R0 is more defined and open with a more woody sound and nice hair. The LPCs are darker and smoother with more grind... doesnt cut quite so well as the Nailbomb in the rehearsals.

Both PUs pushes allot, but the Warpig is more compressed.

 

[Steinmetzify]

I like warpigs... allot. However in a LP I think Nailbombs are balanced better. I have two LPCs with a-warpigs. One Cutsom V with a Ceramic Warpig and a Gibson LP R0 VOS with a a-Nailbomb.

The R0 is more defined and open with a more woody sound and nice hair. The LPCs are darker and smoother with more grind... doesnt cut quite so well as the Nailbomb in the rehearsals.

Appreciate the input bro....not going in a LP, though....MUCH thinner body, made out of swamp ash for this one, with an ebony veneer for a top.

 

[mniel8195]

I can't think of a better pickup suited for a thin swamp ash body. Especially if you are using a maple neck. i think either the alnico or the cermaic would be fine. I chose the cermaic because the guitar will be tuning to drop C. I would go for it. the other reason i wanted to go for a super hot bridge pickup is because im sick of using a overdrive to hit the front of the amp.

 

[Steinmetzify]

I can't think of a better pickup suited for a thin swamp ash body. Especially if you are using a maple neck. i think either the alnico or the cermaic would be fine. I chose the cermaic because the guitar will be tuning to drop C. I would go for it. the other reason i wanted to go for a super hot bridge pickup is because im sick of using a overdrive to hit the front of the amp.

Nice dude.....not a malpe neck, but rosewood....close enough tonally, I think. Was just concerned about it being too bassy with this rig....I don't think I'd put a Warpig set in a LP to use with this rig, but with this guitar being as thin as it is, I think it'll be fine.

Thanks, and good luck with yours!

 

[mightywarlock]

I have an Alnico pig in my LPC, and a ceramic pig in my ESP M-1, and a Ceramic pig in my Mahogany Strat.

Alnico sounds big and thicker and a little more grind in Les Paul.
M-1 is really aggressive and tight. (I'm playing it in the video in my sig. through a Krankenstein+)
Strat needed more bass, holy diver was too bright, Alnico didn't sound right to me, so popped in a Cpig, now it's quite the monster.

Warpigs are fantastic pickups for playing live. Very clear and articulate, and aggressive. Very tight in the right amp too.

Think about the guitar you are putting it in, and then go from there.

 

[ericsabbath]

well...
I remember people loved the oversaturared and bass heavy stock gibson 500t in that gibson voodoo series (swamp ash bodies/necks + ebony boards)
the c-pig is in a close voicing ballpark, but with the bkp clarity and lack of harshness
I wouldn't be worried about the low end amount
you can turn it down by lowering the pickup just a bit

there's some guy at bkp forum that loves the alnico nailbomb in a gibson voodoo