Nailbomb Ceramic vs. Painkiller? Which is the one I need?

[DoomBuggi]

"Based on what you folks recommended, and the recommendations of both Tim & Nolly, I am going to go with the Nailbomb Ceramic set.  I'll probably end up getting the Painkiller for another guitar I have, since it was recommended due to the fact that the guitar sounds dark, and it will help punch through.  Thank you folks, and have a great time."

  -DoomBuggi


Ok folks; Cermanic Nailbomb vs. Painkiller

Currently using Duncan Custom at the bridge.

C# tuning
Mahogany body & neck, Maple top, Ebony fretboard
 Marshall JCM 800 2203
Maxxon OD808

Metal based music; Thrash, Death, Prog, Doom, with a little Punk
 
  Which pickup would you folks suggest out of the two?

Its been frustrating trying decide. 
 Wich one is more raw sounding?

 Looking for definition, tightness, crunch.

Was initially going to go with the C-Bomb, but the PK has grown on me.  I like both of them.

Thanks

[OddFutureWolfGang]

My initial reaction from your guitar and what you're looking for would be the PK but because you play some prog and doom stuff I'd suggest the c-bomb because I think it'd adapt better to those styles in particular.

[DoomBuggi]

Thank you for that, I would definitely like to read what others thoughts are on it.  As soon as I can decide, I can place the order.

[DoomBuggi]

Normally,  I go for something that has reminiscence of a vintage voice.  That is why I initially was after the Holydiver. I was going to get that to replace a Duncan JB, with I like the voice of, but it gets fizzy in high gain situations, and can be a bit loose on the bass response.  It was then that I was suggested the Ceramic Nailbomb.  I switch the JB out for a Duncan Custom, in which I actually like a bit more now compared to the JB.  After playing  the Duncan Custom in the same guitar, the JB sound a bit thin to my ears. 

 After narrowing down on pickups, when I was listening to all the samples of the modern metal tracks on the BK site, the Cermaic Nailbomb and the Painkiller were the last two standing.  And at first, I like the C-bomb more than the PK.  I was waiting for the funds to clear so I could ordered a set of pickups, and I kept listening to the samples.  I supposed my ears opened up a bit more to the sounds I was listing to, and well, now I'm on the fence about which one between the two.

Trying to weigh the pros and cons of one to the other.   One question that may help;  Will the C-bomb be able to retain a tight bottom end in C#?  I definitely like tightness. 

All the pickups sound awesome. Its hard to believe, but I like almost everything I have heard on this site, as far as samples.  Its seems the either the PK or the NB-C are the closest to my needs.  Just got to make the decision and set the ball into motion.

[Telerocker]

The C-Bomb is reckoned to be tight enough for lower tunings. Both will work, it's a matter of taste. According to the tonecharts the C-Bomb is slighty scooped compared to the PK.

[DoomBuggi]

I noticed the mids were lower in comparison.  Forgive me if this topic is worn out.  However, I sincerely appreciate anyone who can help me get closer to making a decision.

[henriquepaiva]

My setup is like yours:
-Marshall 2203 (jmp master volume)
-Maxon od808
-les paul mahogany+maple top
-drop c#

But, it's a holy diver bridge.

I'm completely happy, and i wouldn't change it for nothing. Painkiller is more aggressive and higher mids, hd is more smooth, and cleans up very well.
I had pk, but in a SG, never tried in my les paul.

[DoomBuggi]

My setup is like yours:
-Marshall 2203 (jmp master volume)
-Maxon od808
-les paul mahogany+maple top
-drop c#

But, it's a holy diver bridge.

I'm completely happy, and i wouldn't change it for nothing. Painkiller is more aggressive and higher mids, hd is more smooth, and cleans up very well.
I had pk, but in a SG, never tried in my les paul.

I appareciate that, but I'm aiming for either the NB-C or PK.

How did the PK fair in the SG?

[shred-o-holic]

I just put a C-bomb in a heavy mahogany fixed bridge Ibanez and am very satisfied with the results. Which is the first time after 4 different pickups over the last couple of years. Granted I've only tried the PK and this C-bomb in mahogany but I can tell you that this is the first experience that I am happy. I'm still trying to get an basswood RG to sound good and have a C-pig on order to hopefully solve that.  The C-bomb was meh in basswood but in mahogany it is a winner........full, ballsy, tight, clear and very musical......

[DoomBuggi]

Thanks for that description.  I really am looking forward to the experience.

[henriquepaiva]

I appareciate that, but I'm aiming for either the NB-C or PK.

How did the PK fair in the SG?

SG+PK was a very good match. It just completes tonally the all mahogany body of sg, adding extra upper mids. All the qualities of the pk were kept.

Before it, i tried a-pig and mm in the same guitar. Pk was the best.

[DoomBuggi]

Awesome man,
 In addition to the Nailbomb-C, I plan on getting the Painkiller.

[DoomBuggi]

My Pickups where shipped today.

I ordered the Nailbomb Set (Ceramic Bridge)
 
 50mm Spacing
 4 conductor
 1/4 short leg
 Black Bobbin
 Nickel Screws
 
 (4) Long Shaft CTS BK 550k pots
 (1) BKP Jensen PIO .022ufd Cap
 (1) BKP Jensen PIO .015ufd Cap

Completely replacing everything in my LP. 
 Everything in it is already CTS, Sprague, and Switch craft,
   but it is recommended that these other thing go into it for optimum effect.

Thanks for helping me on a new old topic every one.