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Forum Ringside => Pickups => Topic started by: NIVEK on January 27, 2010, 04:05:38 AM

Title: Advice on BKP for PRS Singlecut trem
Post by: NIVEK on January 27, 2010, 04:05:38 AM
Been hearing a lot of good things about BKP trying to decide which set would best fit my needs. We play mainly covers, 80 Rock to some newer stuff, G&R, Bon Jovi, Poison, Metallica, Buckcherry, Theory of a Deadman Etc. I use a Diezel Einstein amp/Diezel 412 so I am looking for an mean, aggressive  sound would appreciate some input.
Title: Re: Advice on BKP for PRS Singlecut trem
Post by: ericsabbath on January 27, 2010, 06:36:25 AM
cold sweat?
Title: Re: Advice on BKP for PRS Singlecut trem
Post by: Twinfan on January 27, 2010, 08:55:54 AM
Yep, I'd go Cold Sweats.  There was a guy here on the forum who had a set in the same guitar and played in a Queen tribute band(!) - they sounded superb!
Title: Re: Advice on BKP for PRS Singlecut trem
Post by: NIVEK on January 27, 2010, 12:58:06 PM
What about the Nailbombs?
Title: Re: Advice on BKP for PRS Singlecut trem
Post by: Chris Rowberry on January 27, 2010, 01:11:14 PM
The Nailbomb represents the 80s metal scene though jazz players have be known to use them as well.

They are a powerful, organic sounding pickup with plenty of mids. They're also rich in tone and very versatile making them a great choice if you need an all round rock/ hardrock pickup.

Title: Re: Advice on BKP for PRS Singlecut trem
Post by: NIVEK on January 27, 2010, 01:22:36 PM
Sounds good, what are the main differences between the Nailbomb and Coldsweats? Those were actually the main two I am looking at.
Title: Re: Advice on BKP for PRS Singlecut trem
Post by: ericsabbath on January 27, 2010, 02:18:59 PM
Sounds good, what are the main differences between the Nailbomb and Coldsweats? Those were actually the main two I am looking at.


they are somewhat similar
cold sweat is brighter, crunchier, more 80's sounding
nailbomb is thicker, has a bit less upper mids and a more modern tone
the holy diver or rebel yell might work too

I love this holy diver clip through a VH4
http://netmusicians.org/?section=id&value=895
Title: Re: Advice on BKP for PRS Singlecut trem
Post by: NIVEK on January 27, 2010, 10:38:51 PM
OMG that sounds awesome and not bad playing either wish I sounded that good. Thanks for the link Eric and for the info from you and others. Great forum
Title: Re: Advice on BKP for PRS Singlecut trem
Post by: HairyChris on January 28, 2010, 01:47:13 AM
Cold Sweat is the kinda replacement for the HFS/VB set. Very versatile set, actually, although ceramic bridge whereas the NB is A5. Lots of definition, and they work well with a guitar that has a lot of body to it.
Title: Re: Advice on BKP for PRS Singlecut trem
Post by: Zaned on January 28, 2010, 06:28:43 AM
Cold Sweat set.

-Zaned