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lespaulkid

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« on: June 17, 2008, 07:33:51 PM »
Hello,
   I'm new to bare knuckle pickups and I want to find the perfect pickups to suit my tone.  Currently I'm using a les paul custom and was wondering if anyone could give me any good recommendations  for some great pickups.  I want a real vintage sound but something that sings while playing melodies and solo.  I tend to lean on a more bright tone than a dark one and want a bridge pickup that's real articulate, that catches pick technique smoothly.  I talked to Tim and he suggested either a pair mules or the rebel yell.  I was looking into the Emeralds but am still indecisive.  What's your guys input?  Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
   Thanks.

il˙ti

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« Reply #1 on: June 17, 2008, 09:18:44 PM »
I think one thread is enough.  :wink:
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+1 for the Mules...
« Reply #2 on: June 18, 2008, 10:16:51 AM »
You sound like  a perfect candidate for the Mules...The Rebel Yells would be better if you want something a little more gain on tap...I love the Rebel Yells.  THey are like the best thing to come along since the original PAF (which a mule basically is)...Some need go no further than the original tried and true but if want the enhanced version try the Rebel Yells...

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« Reply #3 on: June 18, 2008, 10:51:40 AM »
I was thinking the same as Jason - except I've not tried Rebel Yells  :roll:

And ilyti, I think lespaulkid wants two sets really, so two threads ain't that bad  :lol:

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« Reply #4 on: June 18, 2008, 12:38:22 PM »
Welcome L.P.K.  :)

I own the Mules - but have only heard the rebel yells. For what you describe - I am thinking Rebel Yells. The Mules sound lovely in my own Led Paul Standard - and sing sweetly. Pure 'P.A.F.' tone with rich yet clear mids.

However, if I was wanting a more stacatto attack on the bridge pickup - and more brightness on tap, Iwould invest in the ' Rebel Yells'.  They just seem more in character with what you describe.

lespaulkid

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« Reply #5 on: June 18, 2008, 07:59:05 PM »
thanks for the welcome and input guys.  I think I'm gonna go with the rebel yell and maybe put a pair of mules in another les paul, depending if I have enough money.  I appreciate all of the input and will definitely consult you guys again when I decide to get another bare kunckle pickup.

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« Reply #6 on: June 19, 2008, 04:22:34 PM »
Welcome.

I have no recommendation. Your outside my area of expertise (not heavy enough!)

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« Reply #7 on: June 20, 2008, 02:23:11 PM »
What amp do you have?
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